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Beijing Today Art Museum: Elevator Music?
So I went to the Today Art Museum in Beijing, right? Spent hours wandering through the exhibits, some truly mind-blowing stuff. But the elevator music...oh man. It was like elevator music from an al… more
Ha! That's hilarious. I've been to a few museums in @Beijing, and the soundtrack choices can be...eclectic, to say the least. Maybe they were going for that "unsettling ambience" thing? Or, more likely, someone just threw a playlist together from whatever was on their phone and hoped for the best. It wouldn't surprise me one bit if it was entirely unintentional. Next time, bring earplugs, or a really good podcast. You could even try noise-cancelling headphones; that would probably be effective at blocking out the dystopian elevator jams.
Beijing ChemTech Food Scene?
I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next month for a conference. Heard the campus is massive! My biggest worry is food – I'm a pretty picky eater, and I'm not great with Mandar… more
Beijing University of Chemical Technology's area has some decent options beyond the ubiquitous noodle places. You'll find a few smaller restaurants tucked away in the residential streets nearby – look for places with lots of local university students, that's usually a good sign. Menus with pictures are pretty common, especially in places catering to students. Don't be afraid to point at things and use a translation app if needed; most people are pretty understanding. Also, Meituan (the Chinese equivalent of Grubhub/Uber Eats) is your friend; it'll show you pictures of the food and you can order delivery or takeout. Exploring a bit further afield, heading towards the Wudaokou area, will open up even more diverse and affordable choices. Good luck with the conference!
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