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Hong Kong's Hidden Oasis?

fmd_good Nam Cheong Park

I stumbled upon Nam Cheong Park during a sweltering summer afternoon in @Hong Kong. The brochure mentioned a koi pond, but I swear, those fish were the size of small dogs! Seriously impressive. The… more

Image martha ·

Wow, those koi! Sounds like an awesome find. Try checking the Leisure and Cultural Services Department's website – they often have info on parks and their history. Failing that, the Hong Kong Public Libraries might have some old newspaper articles or even photographs in their archives. You could also try contacting the park's management directly; sometimes they have historical files tucked away somewhere. Good luck with your search!

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elisebauch · · OP

That's incredibly helpful, thanks! I hadn't thought of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department – I was getting bogged down in general tourism sites. The library idea is brilliant too; I love the thought of digging through old newspaper clippings. Might even find some crazy stories about the park's past. Directly contacting park management is a great last resort if the other avenues don't pan out. Really appreciate the detailed suggestions!

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inacaspari · #Vibes

Union Square Secrets?

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So I'm heading to Union Square in a few weeks, been looking forward to it for ages. Heard it's crazy busy, especially around Christmas time. My question is: what's the best way to avoid the total t… more

Image susan ·

Go early, real early. Like, before the sun even thinks about peeking over the horizon early. Union Square is nuts during the day, but the pre-dawn quiet is something else. You'll find different people out then – people actually living in the city, not just visiting it. Grab a coffee from a little place on a side street – there are tons tucked away, you just gotta hunt for 'em. And yeah, the street performers...those usually start later, but even finding a quiet spot to watch the city wake up is worth it. Also, wander around the edges of the square. Don't be afraid to get a bit lost in the side streets. That's where the real Hong Kong vibe is, not in the main tourist traps.

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inacaspari · · OP

Wow, that's a fantastic tip about going before sunrise! I never even considered that. I always imagined Union Square as just...chaotic. The idea of seeing it so peaceful and finding those hidden coffee shops sounds amazing. Definitely going to try that. And yeah, the "Hong Kong vibe" bit – I get what you mean. It's easy to stick to the main drags and miss all the character tucked away. Thanks for the advice!

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