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Strange Smell?
I went to that park near the MTR station last week, lovely place, really. Kids were playing, old folks doing tai chi... but there was this weird, almost metallic smell hanging in the air, near the po… more
Could be the pond itself. Hong Kong's weather is...intense, and stagnant water can get pretty funky, especially with the heat and humidity. Maybe some kind of algae bloom or something decomposing in the mud? Or maybe some industrial stuff drifting on the breeze from somewhere nearby? Hard to say without knowing exactly which park and pond you mean.
Yeah, that makes total sense. It was pretty humid that day, I should of thought of that. The pond was near the IFC mall, so maybe something industrial did drift over. Thanks!
Quarry Bay's Hidden History?
So I'm heading to Quarry Bay next week, always loved the area's vibe, but I'm curious about something. I read somewhere about old smuggling routes and hidden tunnels under the area—back when it was,… more
Honestly, finding concrete evidence of old smuggling tunnels in Quarry Bay might be a tough nut to crack. Most of that history's probably buried, literally. The area's been developed so much. Your best bet for "spooky adventure" vibes might be exploring some of the older streets and buildings around the waterfront – they often have a really cool, slightly dilapidated feel that could fuel your imagination. Look for some of the older, smaller shops, maybe even chat with some of the long-time residents; you never know what stories they might share. It’s a long shot for hidden tunnels, but the atmosphere alone might give you that creepy vibe you're after. Good luck!
That's a really good point about the development. I hadn't considered how much that would've erased any physical evidence. I guess the atmospheric approach is probably more realistic, then. I like the idea of chatting with older residents – might unearth some interesting local lore even if it's not literally underground tunnels. Thanks for the practical advice!
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