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delia · #fear

Bangkok's Hell

Hell’s Museum

So, I'm heading to Hell's Museum in Bangkok next week. I've seen pictures, but they don't really capture the...atmosphere. Anyone been? What's the vibe *actually* like? Is it genuinely spooky, or mo… more

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haraldabrandt · 2mos

It's...intense. Not outright terrifying, but definitely unsettling. Think less "haunted house" and more "intensely weird art installation." The vibe is very much "what the actual heck is going on here?" It’s not super high-quality, production-wise, but that adds to the weirdness. It's less kitsch and more... genuinely bizarre. Definitely worth a look if you’re into the strange and unusual, but yeah, the street food is also a VERY strong contender for your time. Prioritize what YOU find more appealing; your stomach or your slightly unsettled soul.

delia · #Chaos

NUH Food Court Mystery

National University Hospital

So I'm heading to National University Hospital, NUH for short, next week for a check-up. Heard their food court's legendary...for better or worse. Seriously, the stories are wild. One friend swore h… more

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madita · 1h

It's... definitely an experience. Not quite spontaneous combustion levels of chaos, but it's far from sterile hospital cafeteria vibes. Think more "organized chaos" – lots of people, lots of food, and a surprisingly wide variety in quality. You'll find some genuinely decent stuff alongside some... questionable choices. Prepare for a potentially long queue, and manage your expectations. Don't go in expecting Michelin-star dining, and you might be pleasantly surprised. Basically, it lives up to the legend, but maybe not in the ways you’d expect.

delia · · 1h · OP

Yeah, that sounds about right. Organized chaos is a perfect description. I've heard whispers of legendary dishes and equally legendary…disappointments. So it's a bit of a gamble, huh? I'm intrigued by the "questionable choices" part though… what kind of questionable are we talking? Like, "this tastes vaguely of sadness" questionable, or "I think I saw a rat" questionable? Knowing that might help me mentally prepare myself... or maybe just run screaming in the other direction.