Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1445 1460.

As the afterglow of the setting sun shone on the buildings of the Temple of Heaven, the figures of the three people gradually disappeared. They carried with them the beautiful memories of the Temple of Heaven and looked forward to tomorrow's trip to Nanluoguxiang.

On the fourth day, the sun was shining brightly. Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu came to Nanluoguxiang with their yearning for the old BJ culture. Many old BJ architectural features are preserved here, and the streets are lined with various specialty shops and snack stalls.

"The streets here are so unique," Zhang Yue said as he walked and observed the buildings on both sides of the street. "These courtyards and alleys are really unique."

“Yes, Nanluoguxiang is the old part of Beijing, which retains many traditional elements,” Li Xiao explained. “We can feel the atmosphere of life in old Beijing here.”

Huang Xu took his camera and kept recording every corner of the place. "The buildings and streets here are very unique. I want to record them all."

They strolled through Nanluoguxiang, stopping from time to time to taste various snacks, including crispy noodles with soybean paste, steaming hot bean juice, and sweet but not greasy candied haws.

"This noodle soup is really delicious," Zhang Yue praised as she ate it, "The snacks here are really unique."

“Yes, each snack represents a culture of BJ,” said Li Xiao.

Huang Xu is trying different snacks. "I want to try every snack here and experience the flavor of BJ."

They also visited some specialty shops, some selling traditional handicrafts, some selling old Beijing cloth shoes, and some selling various cultural and creative products. Each shop has its own unique style and story.

"The handicrafts in this shop are really exquisite," Zhang Yue exclaimed in front of a handicraft shop, "I want to buy a souvenir to take back."

“Yes, these handicrafts are all handmade and have great commemorative value,” said Li Xiao.

Huang Xu was selecting various cultural and creative products. "I want to choose some cultural and creative products with Beijing characteristics as gifts for my friends."

They strolled around Nanluoguxiang for the whole day, and only reluctantly left this place full of old BJ style in the evening.

"I really gained a lot today," Zhang Yue said on the way out. "Not only did I taste a lot of delicious food, but I also bought a lot of unique souvenirs."

“Yes, Nanluoguxiang allows us to have a deeper understanding of BJ’s culture,” Li Xiao said.

Huang Xu was thinking, "Where should we go tomorrow? There are still many places in BJ that are worth exploring."

"We can go to the Olympic Park, where there is the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube," Li Xiao suggested.

“Good idea, I heard the architecture there is very unique,” ​​Zhang Yue said excitedly.

"That's settled then, we'll go to the Olympic Park tomorrow." Huang Xu nodded in agreement.

As the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the streets of Nanluoguxiang, the figures of the three people gradually fade away. They carry with them the beautiful memories of Nanluoguxiang and look forward to tomorrow's trip to the Olympic Park.

On the fifth day, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu, curious about modern BJ, came to the Olympic Park, which was the main venue of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and is now a good place for citizens to relax and exercise.

"Wow, this is the Bird's Nest, so spectacular!" Zhang Yue looked at the steel structure building in front of him and was amazed.

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“Yes, the Bird’s Nest is the main stadium for the Beijing Olympics. Its design is very unique,” ​​Li Xiao explained. “Its shape is like a giant bird’s nest, symbolizing the gestation of life and hope.”

Huang Xu took out his camera and began to record the grandeur of the building. "The architecture here is really modern. I want to take pictures of it all."

They walked into the Bird's Nest and visited the stadium, which had hosted countless events. Although there are no games now, they could still feel the excitement and passion that once existed here.

“There are so many seats here, it can accommodate tens of thousands of people to watch the game at the same time,” Zhang Yue exclaimed.

“Yes, the Bird’s Nest is the world’s largest steel-structured stadium,” Li Xiao said. “It is not only a stadium, but also a work of art.”

Huang Xu was taking photos non-stop. “I want to record all of this and enjoy it when I get back.”

After visiting the Bird's Nest, they came to the Water Cube - the National Aquatics Center. This blue building sparkled in the sun, like a huge bubble.

"The color of the Water Cube is so beautiful," Zhang Yue exclaimed. "It forms a sharp contrast with the Bird's Nest."

“Yes, the design of the Water Cube was inspired by the structure of cells,” Li Xiao explained. “Its outer skin is made up of many bubbles, which is both beautiful and practical.”

Huang Xu was looking for the best angle. "I want to take a picture of this unique building. It is really very distinctive."

They spent the whole day touring the Olympic Park, experiencing the vitality and innovation of modern BJ. In the evening, they sat on a bench in the park, watching the sunset slowly set and enjoying the tranquility.

"Today is a truly unforgettable day," Zhang Yue said with emotion, "We not only saw the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube, but also felt the charm of modern BJ."

"Yes, BJ is an ancient yet modern city, and there are new discoveries every time I come here," said Li Xiao.

Huang Xu was thinking, "Where should we go tomorrow? There are still many places in BJ that are worth exploring."

"We can go to the old alleys of BJ and experience the daily life of old BJ," Li Xiao suggested.

“Good idea, I want to see what the old BJ’s Hutong looks like,” Zhang Yue said excitedly.

"That's settled then. We'll go to the hutong tomorrow." Huang Xu nodded in agreement.

As the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the buildings of the Olympic Park, the figures of the three people gradually fade away. They carry with them the good memories of the Olympic Park and look forward to tomorrow's hutong trip.

They rested for a while at the farmhouse before continuing their journey. They knew that there was still a lot to explore in BJ and their journey had just begun.

The afternoon sun shines through the gaps in the leaves, dappling on the small path of the farmhouse. After enjoying an authentic farmhouse meal, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu decide to continue their journey. They plan to go to another famous attraction in BJ - the Summer Palace.

"The Summer Palace is an ancient Chinese royal garden with beautiful scenery. We must go and see it," Li Xiao suggested.

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Zhang Yue jumped up excitedly, "Great, I've always wanted to see the Seventeen-Arch Bridge and the Long Corridor there." Huang Xu was thinking about the history of the Summer Palace, "The Summer Palace is not only beautiful, but also has rich historical and cultural connotations, which are worth our careful appreciation."

The three took public transportation, passed through the hustle and bustle of the city, and arrived at the Summer Palace. As soon as they entered the park, they were deeply attracted by the scenery in front of them. The lake was sparkling, pavilions and towers were scattered, ancient trees were towering, and green grass was lush.

"The scenery here is so beautiful, just like a painting," Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Huang Xu was attracted by the buildings in the garden. "Look at those buildings, every one of them reveals exquisiteness and craftsmanship."

Li Xiao walked quietly along the corridor, admiring the paintings on it. "These paintings tell many stories and reflect the life and thoughts of ancient people."

They strolled along the lake, admiring the magnificence of the Seventeen-Arch Bridge and feeling the grandeur and delicacy of the imperial gardens. The lotus flowers in the lake swayed in the breeze, and a few ducks swam on the water, adding a bit of liveliness to this tranquil scene.

"The lotus flowers here are so beautiful. I really want to paint them," said Zhang Yue.

Huang Xu took out his camera and said, "It's better to take a picture than to draw it, so that we can recall this beautiful moment at any time."

Li Xiao was thinking, "The beauty of the Summer Palace lies not only in its scenery, but also in the history and culture it contains."

They toured the Summer Palace for a long time, and reluctantly left until the sun set. They decided to have a meal at a nearby old Beijing hot pot restaurant to experience BJ's nightlife.

The hot pot restaurant was steaming and bustling with people. They ordered a traditional mutton hot pot, as well as various vegetables and bean products. The steaming hot pot made people forget the fatigue of the day.

"This shabu-shabu mutton is so delicious. The meat is tender and fresh, and paired with the sesame sauce, it's a perfect match." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Huang Xu was enjoying the lively atmosphere. "Eating in a place like this makes me feel relaxed."

Li Xiao was thinking, "BJ's nightlife is so colorful. Whether it's food or culture, it makes people linger."

They spent a pleasant evening in the hot pot restaurant and then returned to the hotel. Lying on the bed, Li Xiao recalled the experience of the day and was filled with emotion.

"This trip has allowed us to get to know BJ better. This city has both ancient history and modern vitality." Li Xiao said to Zhang Yue and Huang Xu.

Zhang Yue nodded, "Yes, this trip is really meaningful. We not only saw beautiful scenery, but also experienced different cultures."

Huang Xu is thinking, "The meaning of travel is not only the destination, but also the experience and understanding during the process."

They lay quietly on the bed, their hearts filled with satisfaction with the journey and anticipation for the future.

Huang Xu is looking for the beauty that is not easy to discover. He uses his camera to record the exquisiteness of the subtle details.

As the day came to an end, they sat quietly on an observation deck in the park, watching the sunset slowly sink into the horizon, dyeing the sky a layer of gold.

"Today's trip was so perfect. Every place left me with wonderful memories," said Zhang Yue.

Huang Xu nodded in agreement: "Yes, these memories will be our precious treasures."

Li Xiao silently made a wish in his heart: no matter what the future holds, they will explore the world together like they do today and create more beautiful memories together.

As the afterglow of the sunset faded and night fell, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu decided to spend the night in the camping area of ​​the nature park. They set up their tents, lit a bonfire, and prepared to enjoy a quiet night.

"The starry sky is so beautiful tonight, let's count the stars!" Zhang Yue suggested. She lay on the grass and looked up at the starry night sky.

Huang Xu took out his camera and prepared to try to photograph the starry sky: "This is a good opportunity to photograph the starry sky. I have to try it."

Li Xiao sat quietly on the side. He took out a collection of poems he carried with him and read aloud softly:

  \["The stars are blazing, you are the ideal of the world."\]

They shared each other's hobbies and dreams under the starry sky, and time seemed to stand still at this moment.

It was late at night and the campfire gradually went out. The three of them returned to the tent, listened to the occasional chirping of insects outside, and gradually fell asleep.

The next day, when the first rays of sunlight shone into the tent, they were awakened by nature's alarm clock and decided to climb a nearby hill before leaving the park.

"Although this mountain is not high, I believe that standing on the top of the mountain, we can see different scenery." Li Xiao encouraged everyone.

They walked up the mountain path, admiring various plants and small animals along the way. Zhang Yue stopped from time to time to record these small lives with his camera.

"Look at this little squirrel, how cute!" Zhang Yue said excitedly.

Huang Xu was looking for the best shooting angle, he wanted to capture the most beautiful scenery in the mountains.

After a period of hard work, they finally reached the top of the mountain. Standing on the top of the mountain, they saw the mountains in the distance and the forests at their feet, and their hearts were filled with a sense of accomplishment and joy.

"Looking from here, everything seems so small. Our world is really vast." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue was jumping on the side and said happily: "I feel like I have conquered the world!"

Huang Xu stood quietly aside, recording the magnificent scenery at this moment with his camera.

As the sun gradually rose, they began to go down the mountain, ready to end this unforgettable trip. On the way down the mountain, they discussed the gains and feelings of this trip.

"This trip taught me a lot and made me cherish our friendship even more," said Zhang Yue.

Huang Xu nodded in agreement: "Yes, these experiences will become precious memories in our lives."

Li Xiao silently thanked the trip in his heart and was grateful for being able to spend these wonderful times with his friends.

They returned to the starting point, but everyone's heart was filled with new stories and memories. They knew that this was just a small part of their friendship journey, and there would be more adventures and stories waiting for them to write in the future.