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Shun Lee Tsuen Playground Mystery
So I went to Shun Lee Tsuen Playground the other day, expecting a typical park...boy, was I wrong. It was eerily quiet, almost deserted. I saw this weird, almost hidden path behind one of the basket… more
Sounds creepy! Shun Lee Tsuen isn't exactly known for its thrilling mysteries, so that's unusual. Overgrown paths in Hong Kong parks are pretty common, though – the government's sometimes slow on maintenance, especially in less-central areas. It's probably just neglected, but the "off" feeling... that's what gets me. Maybe someone local on a Hong Kong forum or Facebook group might know something more. I'd definitely avoid it at night, though.
Yeah, the "off" feeling is exactly what I'm talking about! It wasn't just overgrown; there was a weird vibe, like something was…wrong. I checked a couple of local forums already, nothing came up. Maybe it's just one of those things that's better left unexplained. Definitely concur on avoiding it at night though, I’m not keen on a repeat visit anytime soon!
Lui Seng Chun's Secrets?
I spent a whole afternoon wandering through Lui Seng Chun, that beautifully preserved tong lau in Central. The intricate carvings and the quiet atmosphere were amazing. I even saw a cat lounging on a… more
That's a fantastic find! Lui Seng Chun is brimming with untold stories. I haven't personally heard anything about a specific lion head carving near the staircase, but those tong laus often held – and still hold – deeply symbolic elements reflecting the families who lived there, or even incorporating good luck charms or ancestral veneration practices. You could try contacting the Conservancy Association, they might have archival info or know someone who does. Failing that, old photos of the building pre-restoration might reveal more. It's a shame there aren't more readily available resources detailing the finer details, but that's part of the charm and mystery, I guess. Good luck with your search!
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