Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1056 1067.
Li Xiao got up early in the morning, planning to visit an ancient city in the SX province of Xia Kingdom—the ancient city of Pingyao.

He took a local bus and enjoyed the beautiful scenery along the way.

Finally, he arrived at the ancient city of Pingyao.The bricks and tiles of the ancient city are simple and unsophisticated, as if traveling back to the time hundreds of years ago.

Li Xiao walked on the streets of the ancient city of Pingyao and saw ancient buildings with ancient culture and history.

He felt the strong cultural atmosphere and profound historical heritage here, as if he had returned to the ancient Xia Kingdom.

He saw some old people sitting beside the city wall, drinking tea and chatting together, so he went over and asked, "Hello, is there anything worth seeing here?"

The resident replied with a smile: "I am a local here. I think the ancient city of Pingyao is not only a historical and cultural heritage for me, but also a way of life and attitude. We have lived here since we were young. We have absorbed the culture and traditions here, and experienced the way of life here, so we are also doing our best to protect and inherit the city."

Li Xiao was deeply moved when he heard this.He feels that this is a precious cultural wealth, which is worth experiencing and learning from people all over the world.

He walked through the streets of the ancient city and saw many ancient buildings, including city walls, temples, streets, etc., each filled with a strong historical atmosphere.

He found a special person on the street, an old man selling snacks on the street, his face was wrinkled and looked very kind.Li Xiao stepped forward and asked, "Master, the snacks here are delicious, did you make them yourself?"

The old man nodded and said: "Yes, I have been learning to make these snacks since I was young, and it has been decades. These snacks are not only our Pingyao specialty, but also our cultural heritage. I have been Efforts to pass on and carry forward them."

Li Xiao felt the persistence and persistence of the old man. He felt that these snacks are not only a kind of food, but also a kind of culture and tradition, which are worthy of being passed down from generation to generation.

He tasted the snacks made by the old man, and the aroma in his mouth reminded him of the taste of his childhood. He felt the inheritance of time and culture, as well as a kind of connection and emotion between people.

Li Xiao approached the temple and found a sign at the door, which said "Guanying Pavilion in the ancient city".He walked up the stone steps and saw a small and exquisite pavilion.Cigarettes are lingering in the pavilion, and many people are worshiping and praying.He walked up to a worshiper and asked curiously, "Is there anything special about the Guanyin Bodhisattva here?" The gods of the ancient city, many tourists come here to pray for safety and safety.”

Li Xiao sighed: "Every corner of the ancient city has profound cultural heritage and historical relics. It's really awe-inspiring."

Li Xiao walked into the city and saw many antique buildings, including mansions, ancestral halls, inns and so on.He said to a local resident: "This ancient city is so beautiful. How old are these ancient buildings?"

The resident smiled and replied: "Some of these buildings have a history of hundreds of years, and some have a history of hundreds of years. The ancient city of Pingyao used to be a commercial and financial center in the history of the Xia Kingdom. Mansions and shrines were built here to show their status and wealth."

Li Xiao was very interested, so he asked the resident about some scenic spots in the ancient city, including city walls, ancient streets, Guanyin Hall and so on.He said: "I really want to know the history and culture of this ancient city, can you take me there?"

Li Xiao and the resident walked slowly along the streets of the ancient city.They first came to an ancient temple.There are some offerings in front of the temple, and the incense is still very strong.The statues of gods in the temple are shining with golden light, and various paintings are hung on the walls, which make people feel the profound cultural heritage.

"This is a temple with a lot of history, and some buildings have a history of hundreds of years." The resident explained to Li Xiao.

Listening to his introduction, Li Xiao couldn't help becoming more interested in the history and culture here.

Afterwards, they came to some time-honored shops in the ancient city, which are usually inherited by the family.

Li Xiao tasted the food in front of him with great interest, feeling the uniqueness of Shanxi flavor.He especially likes the bowl of hot tofu nao, the smooth texture and rich bean aroma make him take one bite after another.

Seeing that he was eating with gusto, the owner of the shop came over to chat with him.

"Are you a foreigner, this is your first visit to Pingyao Ancient City?" the boss asked.

"Yes, I'm very interested in the history and culture here, so I came here to visit." Li Xiao replied.

"You are right. There is a long history and culture here, as well as rich snacks. The tofu nao you tasted just now is made from our family's ancestral recipe, and it has a history of hundreds of years." The boss smiled. Introduced.

"Wow, it's amazing!" Li Xiao exclaimed, "How many generations has your family been in business?"

"Counting me, it is already the fifth generation." The boss said proudly.

"Then do other snacks in your family have such a historical origin?" Li Xiao continued to ask.

"Yes, our family's snacks are made with hundreds of years of production methods, and the taste is very authentic. If you are interested, you can try other snacks." The boss warmly invited.

"Okay, I will definitely come to taste it again." Li Xiao said happily.

Li Xiao and the boss continued to chat, exchanging their understanding and feelings about the history and culture of the ancient city.Their conversation also aroused the interest of other tourists. Some people also walked into the shop, tasted the food here, and exchanged their feelings about the ancient city with the boss.

"The snacks here have been passed down from generation to generation, and they have been preserved until now." The resident told Li Xiao.

They also climbed the city wall, one of the most iconic structures of the ancient city.There are majestic towers and eagle horn cannons on the city wall, and the beauty of the surrounding mountains can be seen in the distance.Standing on the city wall, Li Xiao felt the historical and cultural heritage of the ancient city.

"In ancient times, the city wall was the last line of defense to defend the city, but now, the city wall has become a landmark of the ancient city." The resident introduced it to Li Xiao.

At noon, Li Xiao and the resident had dinner in a small restaurant.He asked the resident: "Are you a native of Pingyao? What do you think this ancient city means to you?"

The resident replied with a smile: "I am a local here. I think the ancient city of Pingyao is not only a historical and cultural heritage for me, but also a way of life and attitude. We have lived here since we were young. We have absorbed the culture and traditions here and experienced the way of life here, so we are trying our best to pass on this way and attitude, so that more people can understand and love Pingyao Ancient City.”

After listening to the residents' answers, Li Xiao deeply felt the unique charm of this place.He chatted with the residents for a while, learned about the historical and cultural background of the ancient city, and then began to walk in the ancient city.

The ancient city of Pingyao is located in the central part of SX province and has a history of more than 2500 years.Surrounded by high walls, the entire ancient city has quaint buildings, spacious streets and unique cultural heritage.While walking, Li Xiao admired the beautiful scenery of the ancient city, listened to the tour guide's explanation, and took pictures from time to time.

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When the old man saw Li Xiao approaching, he immediately greeted him with a smile: "Young man, have you taken a fancy to my handicrafts? These are special products of our ancient city of Pingyao, and I made them all by myself."

Li Xiao also smiled: "Yes, these things are very beautiful, I would like to know how you made them."

The old man frowned, and muttered in a low voice: "This is not an easy task."

Li Xiao hurriedly asked, "Why?"

The old man shook his head: "It takes a lot of time and energy to make these handicrafts, and it also requires a very high level of technology. I have lived here since I was a child, so I have a deep knowledge and understanding of the culture and traditions here. I We have always insisted on inheriting and carrying forward the skills of this handicraft, hoping to let more people understand and understand our Pingyao culture and history.”

Li Xiao sighed: "You are really a caring and responsible old man. I also like the culture and history here very much, so I want to buy some handicrafts made by you and take them home as souvenirs."

The old man nodded happily: "Okay, take a look at these, which ones do you like?"

Li Xiao carefully selected some handicrafts, including a pair of wood carving ornaments, a plate of paper-cutting, a ceramic vase and a hand-embroidered scarf.He feels that these handicrafts are very exquisite, and the craftsmanship is also very unique, which is very in line with his taste.

The old man was very happy when he saw that Li Xiao had chosen these handicrafts: "You are such a discerning young man. These handicrafts are all made by myself, and the quality is very reliable. I hope you can take good care of them and always remember us Pingyao's culture and history."

Li Xiao thanked the old man for his guidance and production, and then took out his wallet to pay him.The old man smiled and said, "You are so kind, young man. Your support and recognition are the greatest encouragement to me."

After Li Xiao put away the handicrafts and said goodbye to the old man, he continued to walk forward and began to explore other attractions in the ancient city of Pingyao.

Li Xiao came to the Pingyao Museum, which is a very magnificent building composed of many ancient buildings, the most striking of which is an ancient city tower.He walked into the museum and was attracted by the precious cultural relics and historical information inside.

In the first exhibition hall of the museum, he saw some cultural relics and photos, which were all about the history and culture of the ancient city of Pingyao.One of the photos caught his special attention, which is an ancient urban planning map, showing the roads, buildings and other facilities in the ancient city of Pingyao at that time.

He continued to walk forward and came to the area where commercial and handicraft products of Pingyao Ancient City were displayed.There are many beautiful works of art on display here, such as ceramics, wood carvings, paper fans, and more.Li Xiao likes these handicrafts very much. He has carefully observed and photographed every item on display.

In the last exhibition hall of the museum, Li Xiao saw many historical relics and ancient furniture.One of the pieces of furniture was an antique mahogany dresser, very beautiful.He saw a guide explaining the history and features of the dresser to other visitors.

Li Xiao stepped forward and asked, "What's so special about this dressing table?"

The tour guide replied: "This dressing table is very beautifully made. It is made of fine mahogany and Hainan huanghuali, and there are some lacquerware and carving decorations. It is a typical Qing Dynasty furniture and is mainly used for women's dressing and dressing. .”

Li Xiao was very interested when he heard it, and he continued to ask: "Then how much is it worth?"

The tour guide replied with a smile: "The value of this dressing table is very high. If it is to be sold, it may cost several 10 yuan or even millions of yuan."

Li Xiao was surprised to hear the value. He felt that this dressing table was very precious and an important heritage of the Xia Kingdom's culture and history.

Finally, Li Xiao left the museum with a deep impression of the ancient city of Pingyao.

He said with emotion: "When I came to the ancient city of Pingyao, I seemed to have traveled to ancient times and appreciated the style and culture of that era. This is an unforgettable trip."

On the way back to the hotel, Li Xiao also exchanged his travel experience and experience with other tourists. Everyone was amazed at the beauty and historical depth of Pingyao Ancient City.

After Li Xiao returned to the hotel, she sat quietly on the bed, sorting out the photos taken today and the souvenirs she bought.He recalled his experience in the ancient city of Pingyao today, and his heart was full of emotion and harvest.

He felt that he had benefited a lot, not only had a deeper understanding of the local history and culture, but also made friends with many hospitable locals, tasted authentic Shanxi delicacies, bought exquisite handicrafts, and gained a lot.

The photos taken by Li Xiao record the beautiful scenery of the ancient city of Pingyao. Each photo has a strong historical atmosphere, which reminds people of the prosperous and prosperous ancient times.The souvenirs he bought, such as handicrafts, souvenirs, etc., also made his memories of this trip more profound.

After tidying up, Li Xiao lay on the bed, quietly thinking about today's gains and experiences.He lamented his luck to be able to experience such a historical and cultural journey in person.

(End of this chapter)