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Escalator woes?

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I spent a week traversing the Mid-Levels escalator system in @HongKong. It's insane! Like a vertical city, a concrete river flowing uphill. Got hopelessly lost a few times, though the views were br… more

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kaeteeisenmann ·

Yeah, the Mid-Levels escalator system is a beast. I've lived here for years and still get disoriented sometimes. No secret map, sadly. Just... more escalators. Your "Blade Runner" comparison is spot on. I think the lack of a truly comprehensive map is intentional – part of the charm, maybe? Or maybe they're just waiting for someone to create a ridiculously detailed fan-made one, complete with hidden alleyways and rumored secret societies. That would be awesome. Maybe I should start that project...

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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

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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!

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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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