Ever wondered what it was like to commute in Beijing a hundred years ago? 🚌✨ Before the swipe of digital payment apps and IC cards, paper bus tickets were the lifeline of the city's hustle and bustle. For many, these tiny slips of paper are nostalgic tokens of a bygone era. And for Beijing native Ma Tengteng, they are a passion that's grown into an epic collection of over 100,000 tickets!
Ma's impressive hoard isn't just a stack of old paper—it’s a colorful journey through the heart of Beijing's public transport history. Each ticket tells a story: from vintage designs and old fare prices to routes that have long since changed. It's like holding a piece of the past right in your hands!
Visitors to Ma’s collection are treated to a unique time-travel experience. Imagine seeing the evolution of Beijing’s buses, trolleys, and trams through these tickets. It's not just about transportation—it's about the city's growth, the people, and the culture that shaped the Chinese capital over the past century.
In a world speeding towards digital everything, Ma’s collection is a charming reminder of simpler times. So next time you're tapping your phone to catch a ride, take a moment to appreciate the rich history that got us here. Who knows, maybe you'll start your own collection! 😉
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Time travel through Beijing's century-old public transport system
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