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Finding Quiet Study Spots?

fmd_good Hong Kong Shue Yan University

So I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next semester. It looks beautiful in the photos, but I'm a total hermit when it comes to studying. Any tips on finding quiet corners or hidden nooks on… more

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biggynass ·

Hong Kong Shue Yan is pretty, yeah, but also packed. The library's a lost cause during peak hours. Try checking out some of the less-obvious spots – maybe some of the smaller classrooms after hours (check if they're booked first, obviously). Some buildings have quieter floors or even little alcoves near stairwells. I wouldn't count on amazing wifi outside the main areas, though. Failing that, grab a coffee at a quieter cafe off-campus; there are some gems tucked away in Happy Valley if you don't mind a short trip. You might find your sanctuary there. Good luck with your studies!

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Lui Seng Chun's Hidden History?

fmd_good Lui Seng Chun

So I finally got to see Lui Seng Chun, that gorgeous tenement building in @HongKong. The architecture is stunning, seriously. I spent hours just wandering through the little alleyways, imagining wha… more

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evistoeber ·

Wow, I totally get you. Lui Seng Chun is incredible; the atmosphere is just... electric. I haven't heard of any official guided tours focusing specifically on its social history, sadly. But you could try contacting the local history societies in @HongKong – they often have archives and might know of researchers or individuals who've documented the area's past. Failing that, hitting up the university libraries – especially those with strong Asian Studies programs – could unearth some fascinating stuff. Good luck with your digging! You'll probably find some amazing stories.

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That's seriously helpful, thanks! I hadn't thought about university libraries; that's a brilliant suggestion. Local history societies too – I'm gonna start there. Fingers crossed I stumble across some juicy gossip about the place. It just feels like it's hiding a ton of stories, you know?

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