Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

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Li Xiao answered while packing his backpack: "There are many interesting places in Chengdu, such as Kuanzhai Alley, Jinli, Wuhou Temple, and the Giant Panda Base. We must go to see the cute giant pandas."

Huang Xu excitedly interrupted: "Giant pandas! I love giant pandas the most. I must go and see them."

Zhang Yue also nodded in agreement: "Yes, giant pandas are national treasures, we must go and see them."

The three took a train to Chengdu, enjoying the scenery outside the window and discussing the food and attractions in Chengdu. After arriving in Chengdu, they first felt the leisurely atmosphere of the city, with teahouses on both sides of the street filled with people leisurely drinking tea.

They found an inn in the city center, and after putting down their luggage, they couldn't wait to start exploring Chengdu. The first stop they chose was Kuanzhai Alley, one of the most distinctive historical and cultural districts in Chengdu.

"Brother Xiao, look at these ancient buildings, they are really unique." Zhang Yue said while strolling in the alley.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Kuanzhai Alley retains many buildings from the Qing Dynasty, which is very historical."

Huang Xu was attracted by the various snacks in the alley: "Wow, there are so many kinds of snacks here, we must try them."

In the alley, they tasted Chengdu snacks such as Long Chao Shou, Chuan Chuan Xiang, and Dan Dan Noodles, and they were full of praise for every bite.

Li Xiao is thinking about how to better record this trip. "We can make a travel log to record everything we see and hear."

After several hours' drive, they finally arrived in Lijiang. Lijiang Old Town, this historic city, attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique Naxi culture and quaint architectural style.

"The ancient city here is so charming. Every stone slab seems to be telling an ancient story." Zhang Yue walked on the streets of the ancient city, feeling the historical atmosphere here.

Huang Xu was particularly interested in the handicrafts of the ancient city. "Look at these silverware and embroidery, they are all traditional crafts of the Naxi people, very exquisite."

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Li Xiao was looking for the best shooting angle. "Let's take more photos here to record the beauty of the ancient city and our travel memories."

They strolled in the ancient city of Lijiang, visited famous attractions such as the Mu Mansion, Sifang Street and Black Dragon Pool, and tasted local specialties such as chicken bean jelly and Naxi grilled fish, each bite of which was an ultimate temptation to the taste buds.

"The snacks here are so delicious, each one has a unique flavor." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Huang Xu praised the craftsmanship of the snacks, saying, "These snacks are all handmade, and every process is very particular."

Li Xiao is thinking about how to introduce these delicacies to more people. "We can introduce these snacks in detail in the travel notes so that more people can understand Lijiang's food culture."

In the evening, they tasted the local Pu'er tea in a tavern in the ancient city, listened to the melodious Naxi ancient music, and felt the nightlife of Lijiang.

"The Pu'er tea here is so fragrant, and paired with the ancient music, it is truly an unforgettable experience." Zhang Yue said with emotion as he savored the fragrance of the tea.

Huang Xu is planning tomorrow's trip. "Tomorrow we will go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The natural scenery there is very spectacular."

Li Xiao was silently looking forward to it in his heart, looking forward to tomorrow's journey, looking forward to more beautiful scenery and experiences.

It was late at night, and they rested in the inn in Lijiang Ancient Town, preparing for the challenges of the next day.

On the ninth day, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu woke up in the inn in Lijiang Ancient Town. The sound of birds chirping came from outside the window, and the sun shone through the curtains onto the bed. They were ready to go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to explore the sacred and magnificent natural wonder.

The next day, the three went to the giant panda base. As soon as they entered the base, they were attracted by the cute giant pandas. They were very happy to see the giant pandas eating bamboo leisurely or rolling on the grass.

“Brother Xiao, giant pandas are so cute. Watching them eat bamboo makes me feel hungry.” Zhang Yue said with a smile.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Yes, the giant panda is not only a national treasure, but also a highlight of our trip."

Huang Xu took out his camera and kept taking pictures to record these precious moments.

On the third day in Chengdu, they went to Jinli and Wuhou Temple. The ancient streets of Jinli were full of shops and snacks, where they bought some souvenirs and tasted more Chengdu delicacies. Wuhou Temple allowed them to feel the historical atmosphere of the Three Kingdoms period.

“Brother Xiao, the Wuhou Temple is really solemn and has a strong sense of history,” Zhang Yue said during the visit.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Wuhou Temple is a place to commemorate Zhuge Liang. Every stone tablet and every tree here carries history."

Huang Xu said with emotion: "This trip has allowed us to learn a lot and experience a lot. It is really meaningful."

On the last day in Chengdu, the three decided to experience Chengdu's tea culture. They sat down in a teahouse, ordered a pot of local jasmine tea, watched the tea artist skillfully brew tea, and felt the leisurely life in Chengdu.

“Brother Xiao, I think this trip is really perfect. Not only did we see beautiful scenery, but we also experienced different cultures.” Zhang Yue said while tasting tea.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Yes, that's the meaning of travel, it allows us to broaden our horizons and experience different lives."

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Huang Xu also added: "Moreover, the most important thing is that the three of us can experience these wonderful times together. This friendship is the most precious."

The three of them sat quietly in the teahouse, enjoying the tranquility and beauty, their hearts full of anticipation and longing for the future journey.

Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu were reluctant to leave Chengdu's leisurely life, but they couldn't stop traveling, so they decided to move on to their next destination, Xi'an. Xi'an, formerly known as Chang'an, is a famous ancient capital in Chinese history, with rich historical relics and culture.

"Brother Xiao, is there anything special about Xi'an?" Zhang Yue asked on the train.

Li Xiao looked through the travel guide in his hand and replied: "Xi'an has many historical sites, such as the Terracotta Warriors, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the ancient city wall, and the Muslim Street, where there are many delicious foods."

Huang Xu said excitedly: "Terracotta Warriors, I have always wanted to see them with my own eyes, they are one of the wonders of the world."

Zhang Yue also nodded and expressed her anticipation: "Yes, I also want to go and see the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. I heard that the night view there is particularly beautiful."

The train slowly pulled into Xi'an Station. The three walked out of the station and were immediately attracted by the ancient atmosphere of the city. They found an inn near the ancient city wall to stay and prepare for the next day's trip. The next morning, the three went to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. As soon as they entered the museum, they were shocked by the spectacular scene in front of them. Thousands of terracotta warriors were neatly arranged, each of which was lifelike, showing the superb skills of ancient craftsmen.

"Wow, the Terracotta Warriors here are so spectacular. The feeling of seeing them with my own eyes is completely different from what I saw in the books," exclaimed Zhang Yue.

Li Xiao also said with emotion: "Yes, the Terracotta Warriors are a symbol of ancient Chinese civilization, and each one has its own story."

Huang Xu kept taking pictures, trying to record this spectacular scene.

In the afternoon, they came to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which looked particularly majestic against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds. They climbed to the top of the tower, overlooking the entire city of Xi'an and feeling the historical accumulation of the city.

“Brother Xiao, looking from here, Xi’an is really beautiful,” said Zhang Yue.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Big Wild Goose Pagoda is one of the landmark buildings in Xi'an. Standing here, you can feel the vicissitudes of this city."

Huang Xu suggested: "Let's go to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda at night. I heard the night view is more beautiful."

In the evening, the three of them came to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda again. At this time, the tower was illuminated by lights, which contrasted with the surrounding ancient buildings, forming a beautiful night scene.

"The night view here is so beautiful, I don't know how to describe it." Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu were also attracted by the beautiful scenery and admired it quietly.

On the last day in Xi'an, they went to Muslim Street. There were all kinds of food stalls and shops here, and the air was filled with the aroma of various delicacies. The three of them tasted Xi'an special snacks such as Roujiamo, Liangpi, and Yangroupaomo, and they were full of praise for every bite.

"The roujiamo here is so delicious. I've never eaten such delicious meat." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Huang Xu also nodded and praised: "Yes, Xi'an's food is really unique. I don't want to leave."

Li Xiao responded with a smile: "We have tasted food from many places on this trip, and there are new surprises every time."

As night fell, the three continued to stroll in the lively atmosphere of Huimin Street, enjoying the bustle and beauty.

"Brother Xiao, after this trip, will we travel together again?" Zhang Yue asked.

Li Xiao smiled and replied: "Of course, as long as we are willing, we can set off again at any time. Isn't the meaning of travel to explore the unknown world with friends?"

Huang Xu also added: "Yes, as long as we are together, no matter where we go, it will be an unforgettable trip."

The three of them continued to stroll under the moonlight on Huimin Street, their hearts full of anticipation and longing for the future journey.

Huang Xu was reading materials about Suzhou in the back seat: "Suzhou's gardens are praised as the model of Chinese gardens. Each garden is a crystallization of art."

They first came to the Humble Administrator's Garden, the largest classical garden in Suzhou, famous for its unique layout and design. The three of them strolled among the small bridges, flowing water, pavilions and towers in the garden, feeling the tranquility and elegance of the garden.

"The gardens here are so exquisite. Every part looks like a carefully crafted work of art." Zhang Yue exclaimed in the garden.

Huang Xu was more focused on observing the design concept of the garden: "The garden design here is ingenious, perfectly integrating natural landscapes with artificial buildings. It is really ingenious."

Li Xiao introduced them: "Humble Administrator's Garden is the representative of Suzhou gardens. Every stone and every tree here contains the essence of garden art."

At lunchtime, they tasted local specialties at a time-honored restaurant in Suzhou. Zhang Yue praised the squirrel mandarin fish and Yangcheng Lake hairy crabs: "The squirrel mandarin fish is sweet and sour, and the hairy crabs are extremely delicious. It's really unforgettable."

Huang Xu pays more attention to the regional characteristics of the food: "The dishes here are not only delicious, but also reflect the regional culture of Suzhou and the freshness of the ingredients."

Li Xiao looked at them with a smile: "Suzhou's cuisine is unique, and we still have a lot to taste."

In the afternoon, they went to Zhouzhuang Ancient Town, which is famous for its quaint style and long history. The three of them took a boat and traveled through the water lanes of the ancient town, admiring the ancient buildings and beautiful water scenery on both sides of the river.

"The ancient town here is so charming, with water lanes and ancient bridges, it's like a Jiangnan ink painting." Zhang Yue exclaimed on the boat.

Huang Xu was more focused on observing the historical traces of the ancient town: "The ancient town here is well preserved. Every stone slab and every ancient bridge has witnessed the changes of history."

Li Xiao took photos for them to record this wonderful moment: "Zhouzhuang Ancient Town is a good place to experience the culture of the Jiangnan water town. We must take more photos as a souvenir."

As night fell, they experienced the local nightlife on Pingjiang Road in Suzhou. Zhang Yue and Huang Xu were both attracted by the liveliness and vitality here.

"The nightlife here is so lively. Suzhou's nights are full of vitality," said Zhang Yue on Pingjiang Road.

Huang Xu pays more attention to observing people's lifestyles: "The people here are very enthusiastic. Although the pace of life is fast, they also know how to enjoy life."

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Suzhou is a vibrant city with a unique nightlife."

As the day came to an end, the three returned to the hotel with a good impression of Suzhou. They knew that there would be more journeys waiting for them tomorrow.

"Where are we going tomorrow?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.

"We're going to Huangshan tomorrow, where there are spectacular mountain views and beautiful sunrises," Li Xiao replied.

Huang Xuze is already looking forward to it: "Huangshan is one of the famous mountains in China, with its unique pine trees, strange rocks and sea of ​​clouds. I really want to go and see it."

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Then let's look forward to our trip to Huangshan tomorrow."

As the night deepened, the three of them returned to their rooms to rest and prepare for a new day. Their journey continued, and more beautiful scenery and stories were waiting for them to discover.