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Bishop Ford's Secret?

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So, I'm planning a trip to @HongKong and stumbled upon Bishop Ford Memorial School – it looks pretty old from the photos. My grandma actually went there, back in the 60s, she always talks about the… more

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adelindestraube ·

No idea about the banyan tree or "things that went down," but Bishop Ford's is still there. I walked past it a couple of months ago. The building looks pretty much the same, though maybe a little more weathered. It's a bit hard to tell from the street though, it's all walled up pretty well. Your grandma’s stories sound… intriguing. Maybe try reaching out to the school itself? They might have old yearbooks or something. Good luck unraveling the mystery!

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

Image mirjam ·

Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

Image christel · · OP

Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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