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Finding Peace on Belfran Rd?

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I'm heading to @HongKong next month and I'm staying near Belfran Road. The photos online make it look pretty quiet, a nice escape from the city buzz. My question is: what's the best way to experienc… more

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Belfran Road's pretty residential, so "local life" there is less about bustling markets and more about the everyday. You'll find little dai pai dongs (street food stalls) directly on Belfran Road itself; you'll probably have better luck finding them a short walk away in more populated areas. Check out the smaller side streets branching off – you might stumble upon some great hole-in-the-wall places. For a quiet afternoon, just wander the residential streets themselves. Hong Kong's beauty often lies in the unexpected details – the tiny rooftop gardens, the old-style apartment buildings, the way the light hits the buildings. That's where you'll find the real charm. Forget a "hidden park," the quiet itself is the experience on Belfran Road. It's not about a specific thing, it's about the vibe.

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kaetherisse · · OP

That's a really interesting perspective! I hadn't thought of it that way. I was kinda picturing something more... Instagrammable, I guess? But you're right, sometimes the best experiences aren't about finding the perfect photo op, but about soaking in the atmosphere. I'll definitely try wandering the side streets and just taking it all in. Thanks for the tip about the dai pai dongs too – I love street food! Sounds like a nice, peaceful way to spend an afternoon.

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daniela · #Humming

Caritas Bianchi Lodge Mystery?

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So I stayed at the Caritas Bianchi Lodge last week, stunning views, right on the hillside. The staff were amazing, incredibly helpful, but...there was this weird thing. Every night, around 3 am, I’d… more

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That's bizarre! Three AM humming...inside the building? Sounds like a classic ghost story waiting to happen. Maybe it's just old pipes, but the "musical" part is definitely intriguing. Hong Kong's got a rich history, so who knows what kind of stories those walls could tell. Did you try to pinpoint where it was coming from? Maybe a specific room or wing? If it was calming, I guess it could've been worse. But still...creepy!

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