Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

After Li Xiao came to Songcheng, after visiting various buildings and scenic spots, he found a recreational project called "Antique Wooden Boat".He was very interested, so he went to the ticket office to buy tickets, ready to experience it.

After queuing for a while, Li Xiao finally got on an antique wooden boat and slowly rowed towards the center of the lake.He found that the lake was clear and transparent, with rippling blue waves, and the lotus leaves swayed gently in the water, as if the entire lake was covered with greenery.

The boatman on the bow introduced some scenic spots along the way to Li Xiao, and told him the history and legends of these scenic spots.Li Xiao listened carefully, looking up at the scenery on the lake from time to time, feeling the breeze blowing, and the boat moving slowly and steadily.

Li Xiao also found that there were many entertainers performing by the lake, some were singing folk songs, some were performing acrobatics, and some were showing ancient handicrafts.He felt the strong cultural atmosphere of the Song Dynasty, as if he had returned to that long historical period.

In the middle of the lake, the boatman even released some small fish for Li Xiao to catch with his hands, which made him feel infinite fun and surprises.

This trip on the antique wooden boat made Li Xiao feel the profound cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery of Songcheng.He deeply felt that only by experiencing it himself can he better understand and feel the charm of a place.

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Li Xiao came to the "Eternal Love" performance venue, which is a magnificent building with an appearance like an ancient palace.He bought a ticket and entered the performance venue. The decoration inside was very gorgeous, and it seemed that this was a very high-standard performance.

The seats in the venue are divided into ordinary seats and VIP seats. Li Xiao bought an ordinary seat and sat near the stage.

At the beginning of the performance that night, the lights in the venue dimmed, a bright light shone down from above the stage, and actors began to appear on the stage.The actors, dressed in ancient Hanfu and Tang suits, began to tell the story with gorgeous gestures and graceful dances.During the performance, some songs appeared alternately. The songs are full of strong ethnic customs, and they are accompanied by dances, which further show the emotions in the story.

At the climax of the performance, the water curtain on the stage was activated, and the actors began to perform in front of the water curtain, forming a unique visual effect that made people feel as if they were in the story.At the end of the performance, there was warm applause and cheers from the audience, and Li Xiao was also moved by it, sighing at the brilliance and shock of the performance.

After the performance, Li Xiao went to the stage to take a group photo with the actors, feeling the love and emotion conveyed by this story and this performance.

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When Li Xiao was walking in the streets of Song City, he stopped from time to time to look at the surrounding buildings and small vendors.He found that the buildings here are full of strong southern characteristics, some are old houses in alleys and alleys, and some are antique buildings, making people feel as if they have traveled back to ancient times.The exterior walls of these buildings are decorated with exquisite carvings and paintings, highlighting the essence of traditional Chinese culture.

In the market, Li Xiao saw many hawkers setting up stalls. They wore traditional southern costumes, holding local special snacks such as candied haws, glutinous rice dumplings, and glutinous rice cakes. They chanted attractive slogans and made people salivate.

Candied haws is a traditional southern snack, with fresh fruits, vegetables or glutinous rice balls as the core, coated with a layer of sugar, crisp in the mouth, sweet and slightly sour.Holding the candied haws in Li Xiao's hands, he saw that the fruit was evenly covered with a layer of transparent syrup, and some white sesame seeds were sprinkled on the outside, which looked very attractive.

He took a bite, the fruit made a crunchy sound, the taste was excellent, and the sweetness of the sugar was well controlled to an appropriate level, making people feel neither too sweet nor too sour.

Fried Shrimp is another snack that Li Xiao tastes. Shrimp are wrapped in crispy flour and deep-fried until golden and crispy, making people mouth-watering.He picked up a shrimp and saw that it was crispy on the outside and a wonderful golden yellow in color. After he put it in his mouth, the batter on the outside melted instantly, exposing the delicious shrimp meat inside, which had an excellent taste.The deliciousness of the shrimp meat and the crispy outside and tender inside made Li Xiao feel the real delicacy.

In addition to the food vendors, there are many small shops selling souvenirs and handicrafts in the market. Li Xiao visited a few of them and found that the goods here are of various types and of good quality, especially some handmade handicrafts, each of which is unique A work of art that makes people linger.

The whole street is full of laughter and lively atmosphere, which makes people feel the enthusiasm and warmth unique to the south.Li Xiao fell in love with the street market here deeply, and hoped to have the opportunity to experience this unique atmosphere again in the future.

There are also many small shops selling souvenirs and handicrafts in the market. Li Xiao visited a few of them and found that the goods here are of various types and of good quality, especially some handmade handicrafts.

Li Xiao walked into a small shop. The furnishings in the shop were simple but unique, and all kinds of handmade handicrafts were placed neatly and eye-catching.

He saw many beautiful cloisonné handicrafts, each with detailed patterns and colors, which made people want to have a collection.

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At this time, a tour guide with a tour group introduced:
Cloisonne is an ancient metal craft and one of the representatives of traditional Chinese crafts.It originated in the Yuan Dynasty, and after development and improvement in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it has become a unique artwork.The production process of cloisonné needs to go through dozens of processes, which is very tedious and complicated.

Cloisonne products generally consist of three parts: metal base, painted and enamel.The metal base is the basis of cloisonné products. Generally, copper, silver, iron and other metals are used as the base layer. After grinding, drilling and other processes, a metal base with a certain shape is made.Color painting is the core of cloisonné products, and also the part with the most artistic value.The production of colored paintings requires the selection of delicate colored materials, and after special processing and treatment, patterns and colors with rich layering and three-dimensional effects can be drawn on the metal base.Enamel is the protective layer of cloisonné products, which can protect the painting and make the whole work look more radiant.

Cloisonne products not only have high artistic value, but also have certain practical value.Cloisonne handicrafts can be made into various ornaments, handicrafts, gifts, etc., such as pendants, rings, ornaments, gourds, etc., with a wide range of uses.Its bright colors, exquisite shapes, and strong visual impact are deeply loved by consumers.

In the Songcheng market, there are many small cloisonné handicraft shops, which display a variety of cloisonne products, including various pendants, earrings, rings, ornaments, etc.Li Xiao visited several shops and gained a deeper understanding of the production process and artistic value of these handicrafts.

He was drawn to a pendant in gold and enamel that featured a delicate drawing of a butterfly.Li Xiao observed carefully, and found that every detail of this butterfly was handled very delicately, and the whole work looked very radiant.

Li Xiao walked into a small shop selling cloisonne handicrafts, and was immediately attracted by the beautiful jewelry displayed in the shop.She carefully observes each piece of jewelry and feels their artistic beauty.

Under the introduction of the clerk, Li Xiao learned that cloisonne is a very old traditional Chinese handicraft. Its history can be traced back to the Ming Dynasty. "Package" and so on.Every cloisonné product is carefully crafted by many craftsmen, so it is particularly precious.

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The clerk showed Li Xiao a series of cloisonné jewelry, ranging from earrings, necklaces, bracelets to rings, with various styles and exquisite designs, and each piece has its own merits, making people dazzled.

Li Xiao especially likes a necklace called "Glass Crystal Wisdom", which consists of a silver chain and a large and delicate round ornament.There are many detailed patterns on the ornaments, inlaid with gemstones of various colors, which look gorgeous and elegant.The most striking thing is the center position of the ornament, there is a circular inlay with a delicate cloisonné pattern inside, like a magnificent crystal painting.

The clerk introduced to Li Xiao that this necklace was carefully made by the craftsmen of the store, and its cloisonné pattern was also drawn by a special artist, and each piece is unique.Li Xiao's heart moved, and he felt that such an exquisite work of art was worth collecting, so he decided to buy it as a souvenir of his trip.

Under the patient introduction of the clerk, Li Xiao also learned about the maintenance methods of cloisonne products, as well as how to distinguish the authenticity and quality level, which gave her a deeper understanding of cloisonne handicrafts.

When Li Xiao came out of the shop, holding this exquisite jewelry in his hand, his heart was full of satisfaction and joy.She realized that traveling is not only about enjoying the scenery, but also about experiencing different cultures and traditional crafts.

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Li Xiao continued to visit Song City, walked through antique buildings, and felt the heritage of ancient culture and the precipitation of history.In the corner of Songcheng, he also saw some folk artists performing various skills, some were painting, carving, and some were performing handcraft skills such as blacksmithing and embroidery, which made people amazed.

What attracted Li Xiao's attention the most was an old man, who was busy playing music with a bamboo tube in his hand.Listening to the beautiful tune, Li Xiao involuntarily stopped and admired it quietly.The old man's musical instrument is a kind of Guqin, with exquisite patterns carved on the body and a string of ancient copper coins hanging on the strings. Every time he strums the strings, it will make a pleasant sound, as if bringing people back to the ancient time and space.

Li Xiao chatted with the old man for a while, and learned that the old man has been performing guqin in Songcheng for decades. Art brings more people.Li Xiao was moved by the old man's persistence and love, and saw the charm and power of ancient culture from him.

In addition to the Guqin performance by the elderly, there are other performances in Songcheng, such as folk music performances, folk dances, acrobatics, etc., each of which is full of strong local characteristics, making people linger and forget to return.

During the tour in Songcheng, Li Xiao not only felt the charm of ancient Chinese culture, but also gained some unforgettable experiences and good memories.He fell in love with this city deeply, and also developed a deeper interest and understanding of Chinese culture and history.