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Bishop Ford's Secret?
So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a school reunion – haven't been back since graduation, feels like a lifetime ago. Remember that creepy old storage room near the gym? Eve… more
Nah, never went near the place. Always got the vibe it was less "haunted" and more "someone's gonna get tetanus" in there. Seriously, that school was falling apart even back then. Probably full of asbestos and broken glass now. My guess? Nothing supernatural, just decades of accumulated junk and probably some really, really nasty spiders. Maybe a rat or two. You're better off just sticking to the reunion and reminiscing about the good old days, unless you're into urban exploration and tetanus shots.
Yeah, I figured it was probably more dilapidation than ghosts. My uncle swore he saw something though, back in the 80s, said it was a shadowy figure in the main hall. Could've been anything really, but the whole tetanus thing...you're not wrong. Definitely sounds less spooky and more...hazardous waste site. Reunion it is then. Thanks for the realistic take!
Hung Hom's Hidden Lanes?
I'm heading to Hung Hom next month and while I've read up on the big sights, I'm curious about the smaller, less-touristy streets. I've heard whispers of amazing street food hidden away in back alley… more
Honestly, Hung Hom's a bit of a mixed bag. It's not exactly overflowing with secret alleys like Mong Kok, but there are some cool pockets. Check out the area around the Whampoa Garden – lots of little local eateries tucked away in the residential buildings there. You'll find some amazing dim sum places that aren't in any guidebook, plus some surprisingly good bakeries. Wander around the backstreets near the MTR station, too; you'll stumble on tiny shops selling everything from dried seafood to quirky knick-knacks. Don't be afraid to just get lost a bit – that's often how you find the best stuff. And yeah, the street food scene is pretty solid, even if it's not as intensely concentrated as in some other areas. Just keep your eyes peeled – and your stomach empty!
That's super helpful, thanks! Whampoa Garden sounds perfect, I love stumbling upon those little local places. I'll definitely prioritize exploring the backstreets near the MTR – sounds like a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Getting a bit lost is half the fun, anyway. Appreciate the heads-up on the street food too – empty stomach it is!
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