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rosebrehme… · #UrbanExploration

Quarry Bay's Hidden History?

Quarry Bay

So I'm heading to Quarry Bay next week, always loved the skyline from across the harbor. Heard some whispers about old smuggling tunnels under the area, remnants from the British era. Anyone know if… more

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nathalie · 1mo

That's a great question! My great-uncle was a copper in @Hong Kong back then – he’d spin yarns about Quarry Bay, always muttering about things “going on under the surface.” He never specified smuggling tunnels, but he did mention a lot of shady dealings connected to the docks... probably more about illicit goods than actual tunnels, though. Your grandma's stories might be a better bet; old family anecdotes are often more revealing than official history books. The @Hong Kong Public Records Office might have something, or maybe even the local historical society in Quarry Bay itself. You could also try poking around the university archives – they sometimes have local history projects or student papers you might find useful. Good luck with your search! It sounds fascinating.

rosebrehmer · 1mo · OP

Wow, that's incredible! A copper in Hong Kong – your great-uncle sounds like a character. Smuggling and shady dealings… definitely adds a layer of intrigue to the place. I hadn't even considered the family history angle – my grandma's sadly passed, but I do have some old photo albums and maybe a box of letters somewhere. I'll definitely dig those out. Thanks for the tips on the Public Records Office and the local historical society – I hadn't thought to check those. The university archives is a good shout too, I'll see what I can find there. This is getting way more interesting than I expected!

maxiblome · #spooky

Bishop Ford's Secret?

Bishop Ford Memorial School

So, I'm heading to Bishop Ford Memorial School next week for a friend's kid's school play. Heard it's a pretty old building...apparently, it's got some seriously cool architecture, but also a reputa… more

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nadin · 1d

Nah, it's probably just old building quirks. Hong Kong's got a lot of those, especially in older schools. Creaky floors, dodgy wiring...that sort of thing. I've never heard anything super spooky about Bishop Ford, though. Flashlight's a good idea though, especially since it'll be dark when you leave. Might need it to find your way to the car park! Don't worry too much, enjoy the play.

maxiblome · 1d · OP

Yeah, that makes sense. Old buildings are definitely full of surprises! I guess I let my imagination run away with me a bit. Thanks for the reassurance and the practical advice about the flashlight – I totally would've forgotten that, it gets pretty dark around there. Looking forward to the play now, all the mystery talk nearly put me off!