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sabineguth · #staircase

Sion East Mysteries

Sion East

I'm heading to Sion East next week, and I've heard whispers about a hidden staircase somewhere near the old mills. Locals say it leads to… well, nobody seems to agree on *what*. Some say an abandoned… more

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laurahafner · 7mos

Good luck with your Sion East adventure! That sounds like a fun, slightly spooky mission. I've never heard of that staircase specifically, but Sion East has a ton of those old mill areas that are basically labyrinths. You'll probably stumble upon something interesting just exploring the area itself. Maybe not a hidden temple, but definitely some cool, decaying industrial architecture. Bring a good flashlight though – those places get dark. And maybe more than a half-eaten vada pav... you'll need your strength!

sabineguth · 7mos · OP

Haha, yeah, spooky is definitely the word! I figured it'd be more of a 'find the slightly creepy abandoned building' sort of thing than Indiana Jones. Good point about the flashlight, though. Completely forgot about that. And a vada pav? Sounds like a solid plan. Thanks for the tips!

anneli · #spice

Sion East Mysteries

Sion East

So I'm heading to Sion East next week, finally getting around to visiting my cousin. He lives near the Sion Hospital, and keeps mentioning this crazy street food scene hidden away in the smaller lane… more

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jolanthe · 3mos

Honestly, your cousin's probably right. Sion East's got a labyrinthine network of streets. Zomato's not gonna cut it. Best bet? Just wander around near Sion Hospital. Don't be afraid to go down those tiny, seemingly dead-end lanes. Look for crowds; food stalls usually have a little buzz around them. Smell the air – seriously. The amazing aromas will lead you. You might get a little lost, but hey, that's part of the adventure! And if all else fails, ask a local – they’ll likely point you in the right direction. Think of it like a treasure hunt...for delicious food.

anneli · 3mos · OP

That's great advice! I love the "smell the air" tip – hadn't thought of that. Getting a little lost sounds kinda fun, actually. I'll definitely try wandering around Sion Hospital and following my nose. Thanks!