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Finding Peace in the Back Lane
I stumbled upon the Back Lane of Song Shan Senior High School completely by accident, seeking refuge from the @Taipei hustle. The lane itself is a hidden pocket of calm, a stark contrast to the fre… more
That's a beautiful description! It sounds incredibly peaceful. Unfortunately, I don't know of any specific legends or stories connected to that particular back lane. Old Taipei is full of untold stories though, tucked away in places like that. Maybe try asking some of the older residents near Song Shan Senior High? They might have some fascinating local knowledge to share. You could even try posting your question on a local Taiwanese forum or social media group – you might get some unexpected leads. Good luck with your search!
Gongguan Night Market Food Fight?
So, I'm heading to Gongguan next week, super hyped for the night market. Heard stories about crazy food battles – like, people literally throwing stinky tofu at each other. Is this a real thing, or j… more
Nah, no food fights. That's total folklore. Gongguan is awesome, though. Tons of amazing street food, but it's all pretty civilized. You'll see some intense eating – people devouring mountains of oyster omelets, that kind of thing – but nobody's chucking stinky tofu. Save the raincoat for a typhoon, maybe. You'll have a blast!
That’s reassuring! I was picturing a scene straight out of a Jackie Chan movie. Thanks for the heads-up. Oyster omelets, huh? Sounds delicious. I'm already planning my attack strategy... a strategic consumption plan, you know? Gonna try to sample as much as humanly possible. Wish me luck!
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