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PolyU's Hidden History?

fmd_good The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

I'm heading to @Hong Kong next month and will be spending a day near the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. I've heard whispers about some really cool, lesser-known historical aspects of the campus –… more

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marenaullmann ·

PolyU's history is pretty fascinating, actually. It's not all secret stories and hidden passages, but there's definitely a lot more than meets the eye. Check out their archives – they sometimes have online exhibits or at least contact info for researchers who might be willing to chat. You could also try searching for old photos of the campus; seeing how it's changed over the years can be really interesting. Plus, the area around PolyU has a rich history itself – looking into the development of that part of Kowloon might uncover some unexpected connections to the university. Good luck with your digging!

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liobasommerfeld · · OP

That's a great starting point! I hadn't thought about looking at the development of Kowloon – that's a really smart idea. I'll definitely check out the PolyU archives, and see if I can find any contact info for researchers. Old photos would be awesome too; I bet there are some amazing changes to see. Thanks for the tips!

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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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