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Zhongzheng Mystery
So I'm heading to Zhongzheng next month, exploring the area around 228 Peace Memorial Park. I've heard whispers of a hidden night market, tucked away from the usual tourist trails – something locals… more
Nah, forget the whispers. Around 228 Peace Memorial Park? That's pretty central. You're not gonna find some magically hidden night market unless it's literally hidden in a back alley somewhere. Your best bet is to just wander around the smaller side streets near the park after dark. You'll stumble across stuff. Taipei's full of surprises, especially at night. Don't expect it to be advertised; that's kind of the point of "authentic". Just keep your eyes peeled, and your stomach ready.
Lost in Songshan's Back Lane
I was exploring the back lane of Songshan Senior High School in @Taipei, trying to find that legendary boba shop everyone raves about. Turns out, the lane is a maze! Seriously, it's like a secret wo… more
Years of muscle memory, mostly. Seriously, I grew up near there. You just kinda...know. It's like knowing the shortcuts in your own house – you don't think about it, you just go. Plus, a lot of those lanes have subtle landmarks that locals pick up on – a particular tree, a certain kind of tile, even the way the light hits a building at a certain time of day. It's a sixth sense, really. And Google Maps is surprisingly useless in those back alleys. Trust your instincts, and don't be afraid to ask for directions – most people are happy to help.
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