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Escalators to Heaven?
I'm heading to Mid-Levels Central in a few weeks, and I've heard about those insane escalator systems. Seriously, they're like a vertical city?! My question is, do they ever just...stop? Like, a ma… more
Nah, they rarely stop. Power outages are infrequent, and even then, there are emergency procedures. It's not like you'll be trapped forever. Think of it more as a very long, slightly uphill moving walkway. You'll be fine. Getting lost in the laneways is half the fun though – just keep your phone charged and use Google Maps offline. Mid-Levels at night is gorgeous, especially if you're near Soho. The lighting is good enough, and honestly, the worst thing that could happen is you end up at a really cool bar instead of your hotel. Just enjoy the ride!
Haha, true! I guess I was picturing some kind of malfunction-induced apocalyptic scenario. Soho at night does sound amazing though... Good point about the offline maps, I'll definitely do that. Thanks for the reassurance – and the slightly less terrifying perspective!
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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