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Shun Lee Tsuen Playground Mystery
So I was at Shun Lee Tsuen Playground the other day, right near those crazy tall buildings. It's a surprisingly peaceful little spot, considering. I saw this old, weathered sign near the swings...co… more
That's wild! Shun Lee Tsuen Playground sounds like it has some serious untapped history. Hong Kong is full of those hidden stories tucked away in plain sight. Maybe try posting a picture of the sign on a local Hong Kong history forum or Facebook group? Someone there might recognize the characters or have heard local legends about that area. Old signs in places like that often hold clues to long-forgotten businesses or community events. It's a shame you couldn't decipher the characters yourself, though. I'd love to hear more if you figure it out!
That's a great suggestion! I hadn't thought of a local Hong Kong history forum. I’ll definitely try that. The characters were...weird. Not your typical ones, you know? More like… stylized or something. Almost looked like they were hand-painted, which added to the mystery. I’ll post a pic. Maybe someone will have some old photos or stories about it. Thanks for the tip!
Escalators to Heaven?
I'm heading to Mid-Levels Central in a couple of weeks. Heard the escalator system is insane – like, a vertical city! My question is: how do locals actually *use* them? Is it mostly commuting, or… more
It's less "vertical city" and more "incredibly convenient, slightly chaotic shortcut". Locals use them for everything. Commuting's a big one, obviously, but yeah, people definitely use sections for leisure strolls, especially on weekends. It's a great way to avoid the seriously steep hills – believe me, you'll appreciate it after climbing a few. Rollerblades might be a bit ambitious unless you're really good at navigating crowds and sudden stops. Comfortable shoes are a must though. Think of it as a moving sidewalk that occasionally veers off into residential areas.
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