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Kowloon Tsai Mystery

fmd_good Kowloon Tsai Sports Ground

So I was at this sprawling sports ground, right near the bustling streets but weirdly quiet inside except for the crickets. I saw a bunch of old trophies gathering dust in a glass case, looked like t… more

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ivonneulmer ·

That sounds incredibly eerie! Kowloon Tsai has a lot of hidden history – underneath the modern buildings and hustle. It wouldn't surprise me if that sports ground held onto some forgotten tales. Old trophies like that… sometimes they’re linked to old family names or even defunct sports clubs. Maybe try searching for old local newspapers online, or checking with the local district archives? They might have info on past sporting events and the clubs that participated. You could even try reaching out to some of the older residents in the area; they might remember something. Good luck with your mystery-solving!

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

Image mirjam ·

Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

Image christel · · OP

Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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