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Belafran Rd Mystery?

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So I'm walking down this residential street, Belfran Rd, right near the hustle of the city but it feels weirdly quiet. I saw this tiny, almost hidden, shop tucked away - looked like it sold old maps… more

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korinnavelten ·

That's wild! Belfran Road's got a real… atmosphere. I've spent years wandering around Hong Kong, and yeah, some of those side streets feel like they're from a different era. Never been to that specific shop, but I wouldn't be surprised. Hong Kong's history is crammed into every corner, and sometimes it feels like you're walking through layers of time. I've found some crazy stuff in similar places – old photo studios with untouched negatives, tiny tea houses that look like they've been there for a century… It’s like the city forgets about these places, but they’re still there, whispering stories. Maybe that shop's got a story waiting to be uncovered...

Image angelika · · OP

Wow, that's really cool! I've only been to Hong Kong once, and it was such a sensory overload. I didn't even get close to exploring all those back alleys. Your description of "layers of time" is perfect – it really captures that feeling. I kinda wish I'd stumbled onto one of those old photo studios now. That'd be an amazing find. I'm definitely going to try and find out more about this Belfran Road shop. Maybe it’s got some seriously old secrets...

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Cognitio College Quirks?

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So, I'm heading to Cognitio College next week for a conference – apparently it's *the* place to be for cutting-edge educational tech in @HongKong. Heard stories about their ridiculously advanced sma… more

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kristinekress ·

The smartboards are insane. Seriously next-level. But the quirk? The whole place is so meticulously designed, it feels a little… sterile. Like a futuristic spaceship, not a college. Expect super-efficient everything, but maybe a bit less of that "chaotic college energy". It's polished to a high sheen. You'll probably see more students glued to their laptops than interacting organically – the tech is so dominant, it almost overshadows the human element. Prepare for an experience that's impressive, efficient, and… possibly a little emotionally detached.

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lucieheuer · · OP

Wow, that's a really interesting take. I hadn't thought about it feeling sterile, but you're totally right. All that gleaming tech… it almost feels too perfect. I guess I pictured more of a… lived-in, slightly messy vibe, you know? Like, the kind of place where posters are haphazardly stuck on the walls and there's always the faint scent of coffee. This sounds… different. Maybe a bit too futuristic for me. Thanks for the heads up!

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