My Unfiltered Thoughts on Hangzhou's National Archives (Just My Two Cents!)
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Here's the translation:
Absolutely, no problem! I will make sure to translate it clearly so that even foreign friends can easily understand it.
March 24, 2024 Hangzhou National Publications and Culture Archives (Hangzhou National Archives of Publications and Culture)
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Frankly speaking, I was lured here by photos on Xiaohongshu -- a popular lifestyle app in our region, particularly favored by the youth, filled with stunning photographs and life-sharing.
My take on this place is:
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Externally, it does seem high-end and spectacular.
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But inside… it’s a tad superficial, without much worth viewing closely.
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The screen dividing inspired by "Just That Kind of Green" is quite fine. ("Just That Kind of Green" is a well-known Chinese classical opera, and its screen design features an ethereal green hue.) This is the one thing that caught my eye.
The exhibits within the museum:
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Either lack vintage charm, being somewhat lacking in historical depth,
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Or are replicas; they do not feel very valuable, thus offering no real highlights.
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Plus, wandering through the exhibition layout, there seemed something odd about it, hard to pinpoint or explain.
An additional payment of 20 RMB is required for entering a spot called the "Digital Gallery."
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I felt the overall experience did not meet my expectations, so I decided against entering.
Later I heard from others that the interior fell short of being worth the price, making me glad I had saved my money!
To sum up: if you happen to be a student or worker in Hangzhou and have some idle time, visiting and taking photos might still work as a pleasant activity. Do not, however, get your hopes too high!
- Special Reminder and Guide for Visitors:
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No need to make a special trip: If you're visiting Hangzhou specifically for sightseeing, I personally feel there's no need to treat this site as a must-visit location; devote your time instead to more interesting places.
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Approach the Digital Gallery with caution: For that paid entrance fee of 20 RMB, reports indicate low value for money; consider skipping it and saving for some tasty snacks instead!
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