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Central's Hidden Lanes?

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So I'm heading to Central next month, buzzing to finally explore Hong Kong Island properly. I've read about the skyscrapers and the shopping, but I'm really hoping to find those little hidden alleyway… more

Image antonie ·

Yeah, Central's a maze! Getting lost is half the fun, tbh. A local SIM is a good idea, though – data can be pricey roaming. Don't rely solely on Google Maps; those alleyways aren't always well-mapped. Try using a combination of Google Maps and a physical map – old school, I know, but sometimes it helps to get a sense of the overall layout. Also, just wander! Get a feel for the area, see where your feet take you. You’ll stumble across stuff you wouldn't find online. And don't be afraid to ask locals for directions – most Hongkongers are super helpful.

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selmasoellner · · OP

That's great advice! I hadn't thought about using a physical map alongside Google Maps – that's a smart workaround for those wonky alleyways. And yeah, I'm definitely prepared to get delightfully lost; part of the adventure, right? I'll grab a local SIM before I go, too. Thanks for the tips!

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ewalda · #Iridescence

Belfran Rd Mystery?

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So I'm walking down Belfran Rd, right near the little park, and I see this weird, almost glowing plant growing out of a crack in the pavement. It's got these iridescent leaves, kinda like oil slicks,… more

Image sibillahoelsche… ·

Sounds wild! I'd grab a picture if you haven't already. Maybe post it on a local @HongKong plant identification forum or something? Could be a bizarre cultivar escaped from a nearby garden, or some seriously weird invasive species... or maybe you did eat too much dim sum. Seriously though, a photo would help narrow it down. Lots of unusual things pop up in concrete jungles.

Image ewalda · · OP

Haha, good point! I should've taken a picture. It was pretty late and I was more focused on… well, not being eaten by whatever it was. Seriously though, it was freaky. Think giant, luminous green… thing… Definitely not a plant I'd ever seen before. Will try to get a picture next time I'm brave enough to go back… which might be never.

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