Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Li Xiao stood on the street in GD Province, the sun shining through the gaps in the leaves on his face. He squinted his eyes, feeling the warmth brought by the breeze. His two friends, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu, were discussing today's itinerary.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going to play today?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Let's go to Baiyun Mountain in Guangzhou first. The scenery there is breathtaking and you can overlook the entire city of Guangzhou."

Huang Xu nodded in agreement. "Yes, I heard that the sea of ​​clouds in Baiyun Mountain is particularly spectacular. We have to go and see it."

The three of them took the subway and soon arrived at the foot of Baiyun Mountain. They climbed up the stone steps step by step, admiring the lush trees and colorful flowers along the way. The sunlight shone through the leaves, shining on them in a mottled manner, making people feel particularly comfortable.

"Wow, the air here is so fresh. I feel much more energetic." Zhang Yue took a deep breath and exclaimed.

Li Xiao also smiled, "Yes, the environment here is really good, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it makes people feel relaxed and happy."

They chatted and admired the scenery along the way, and before they knew it, they had reached the top of the mountain. Standing on the top of the mountain, they could overlook the entire Guangzhou city, with tall buildings lined up one after another, and traffic was busy, a prosperous scene.

"Look, that's the Guangzhou Tower over there. It's so tall!" Huang Xu said excitedly, pointing at the Guangzhou Tower in the distance.

Li Xiao and Zhang Yue also looked in the direction he pointed, and saw the Guangzhou Tower towering into the clouds, majestic and spectacular.

"After we get down the mountain, we can go to the Guangzhou Tower. I heard that the night view there is particularly beautiful." Li Xiao suggested.

"Good idea, I've wanted to go and have a look for a long time." Zhang Yue and Huang Xu said in unison.

After going down the mountain, they came to the foot of the Guangzhou Tower. As night fell, the lights of the Guangzhou Tower were lit up, colorful and magnificent. They climbed up to the sightseeing floor and looked down at the entire Guangzhou city from a high place. The lights were bright, like stars.

"The night view here is so beautiful that I don't want to leave." Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also felt the same way. They quietly appreciated the beautiful scenery before them and felt the prosperity and vitality of the city.

After visiting the Guangzhou Tower, they went to taste Guangzhou’s special food, such as rice noodle rolls, barbecued pork buns, roast goose, etc. They were full of praise for every dish.

"The food here is so delicious that I don't want to leave." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also smiled and nodded, "Yes, the food here is really unique, we have to taste it carefully."

After eating and drinking, they went to the local night market and bought some local specialties, such as Guangzhou lychees and longans, to take home for their families to try.

"Today was a really fulfilling day. Not only did I visit the beautiful scenery, but I also tasted delicious food and bought local specialties," Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu also nodded in agreement. "Yes, today is really meaningful. We will continue to set off tomorrow and go to the next city."

The three of them smiled at each other, their hearts full of anticipation and longing. They knew that this was just the beginning of their journey to China, and there were more exciting things waiting for them to discover.

The next day, the sun was shining brightly, and Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu got up early to go to their next destination, Shenzhen. They heard that Shenzhen was a vibrant, modern city with many high-tech companies and an innovative culture.

"Shenzhen, here I come!" Zhang Yue waved his arms excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and patted his shoulder. "Don't worry, let's go to the Window of the World first. There you can see famous places of interest from all over the world."

Huang Xu nodded, "Yes, I heard there are all kinds of performances there, very exciting."

They took the high-speed train and arrived in Shenzhen very quickly. As soon as they stepped out of the station, they felt the modern atmosphere of the city. There were tall buildings everywhere, the streets were spacious and clean, and people were walking in a hurry, full of vitality.

They came to Window of the World, which brings together famous buildings and landscapes from all over the world, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, the Pyramids, etc., making people feel as if they are in a miniature world.

"Wow, this place is so amazing. I can see architecture and culture from so many countries." Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao was also very shocked. "Yes, this place not only broadens our horizons, but also allows us to feel the cultural charm of different countries."

Huang Xu held his camera and took photos non-stop. "I want to record all these beautiful views and enjoy them slowly when I get back."

As they toured, they discussed the stories and history behind each building, and felt the cultural differences and charm of different countries. Here, they seemed to have traveled through time and space and visited all over the world.

After visiting Window of the World, they went to taste Shenzhen's special food, such as Chaoshan beef hotpot, Cantonese-style morning tea, etc. Every dish was a feast for their appetites.

"The food here is so delicious that I don't want to leave." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also smiled and nodded, "Yes, the food here is really unique, we have to taste it carefully."

After eating and drinking, they went shopping in Shenzhen and bought some local specialties, such as Shenzhen electronic products, handicrafts, etc., to take home as souvenirs.

"Today was a really fruitful day. Not only did I visit Window of the World, but I also tasted delicious food and bought local specialties," Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu also nodded in agreement. "Yes, today is really meaningful. We will continue to set off tomorrow and go to the next city."

The three of them smiled at each other, their hearts full of anticipation and longing. They knew that this was just the beginning of their journey to China, and there were more wonderful things waiting for them to discover.

On the third day, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu embarked on a journey to FJ Province with curiosity about the unknown. They heard that Wuyi Mountain in Fujian is a tourist destination with beautiful scenery and rich culture, so they decided to make it their next stop.

"Wuyi Mountain, I have wanted to come for a long time. I heard that the tea culture there is very famous." Zhang Yue said excitedly.

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Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, Wuyi Mountain not only has beautiful scenery, but also has a profound tea culture. We must go and experience it."

Huang Xu took out his camera and said, "I must record all the beautiful scenery of Wuyi Mountain. This will be an unforgettable trip."

They took a train, crossed the mountains, and finally arrived at Wuyi Mountain. The scenery here is completely different from Guangdong and Shenzhen. The mountains are undulating and surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland on earth. "The air here is so fresh, I feel relaxed." Zhang Yue took a deep breath and exclaimed.

Li Xiao also smiled, "Yes, the natural scenery of Wuyi Mountain is really beautiful. We should enjoy everything here."

They walked along the mountain trails, strolling among the mountains and waters of Wuyi Mountain. Along the way, they admired the clearness of Jiuqu River, the majesty of Dawang Peak, and the beauty of Yunu Peak. Every scene made them marvel.

"The scenery here is so beautiful that I don't want to leave." Zhang Yue said as he walked.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also felt the same way. “Yes, the natural scenery of Wuyi Mountain is really charming. We should enjoy everything here.”

After visiting the natural scenery of Wuyi Mountain, they went to experience the local tea culture. In the teahouse, they tasted the authentic Wuyi rock tea and felt the aroma and taste of the tea.

"The tea here is so fragrant. I have never tasted such fragrant tea." Zhang Yue said while tasting the tea.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also nodded in agreement, "Yes, Wuyi Mountain's tea culture is really profound. We should experience it well."

In the teahouse, they also watched a tea art performance, learned about the tea-making process, and felt the profoundness of the tea culture.

After eating and drinking, they went to visit the local market and bought some local specialties, such as Wuyi Mountain tea and bamboo products, to take home as souvenirs.

"Today was a really fruitful day. Not only did I visit the beautiful scenery of Wuyi Mountain, but I also experienced tea culture and bought local specialties," Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu also nodded in agreement. "Yes, today is really meaningful. We will continue to set off tomorrow and go to the next city."

The three of them smiled at each other, their hearts full of anticipation and longing. They knew that this was just the beginning of their journey to China, and there were more wonderful things waiting for them to discover.

On the fourth day, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu set off for Hangzhou with the aftertaste of Fujian tea. Hangzhou, a city famous for its West Lake, had already planted the seeds of yearning in their hearts.

"I heard that the West Lake in Hangzhou is very picturesque. We must enjoy it." Zhang Yue said with anticipation.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, and Hangzhou has many historical sites, such as Leifeng Pagoda and Broken Bridge, we can go and see them."

Huang Xu has already started planning his shooting route. "I want to find the best angle to capture the beauty of West Lake."

They took the high-speed rail, crossed the Jiangnan water town, and soon arrived in Hangzhou. The city's interweaving of classic and modern makes people feel both the weight of history and the vitality of modern times.

They first came to the West Lake. The lake was sparkling, the mountains in the distance were misty, and the lotus flowers in the lake swayed in the wind, which was so beautiful that it made people intoxicated.

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

Li Xiao was also immersed in the beautiful scenery. "Yes, the beauty of West Lake is refreshing."

Huang Xu was busy looking for angles to take photos. "I want to record all these beautiful views. This will be the most beautiful memory of my trip."

They strolled along the lake, admiring ten scenic spots, including Su Causeway Spring Dawn, Broken Bridge Residual Snow, Leifeng Pagoda Sunset, etc. They also took a boat across the lake to experience the tranquility and beauty of West Lake up close.

"Appreciating the West Lake on a boat feels even more different. It's so wonderful," Zhang Yue said with emotion.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also felt the same way, "Yes, this kind of experience is really rare, we should enjoy it."

After visiting the West Lake, they went to taste Hangzhou's specialties, such as West Lake Vinegar Fish, Longjing Shrimp, Dongpo Pork, etc. They were full of praise for every dish.

"The food here is so delicious that I don't want to leave." Zhang Yue said while eating.

Li Xiao and Huang Xu also smiled and nodded, "Yes, Hangzhou's food is really unique, we have to taste it carefully."

After eating and drinking, they went to visit the local market and bought some local specialties, such as silk, Longjing tea, etc., to take home as souvenirs.

"Today was a really fruitful day. Not only did I visit the beautiful scenery of West Lake, but I also tasted delicious food and bought local specialties," Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu also nodded in agreement. "Yes, today is really meaningful. We will continue to set off tomorrow and go to the next city."

The three of them smiled at each other, their hearts full of anticipation and longing. They knew that this was just the beginning of their journey to China, and there were more wonderful things waiting for them to discover.

On the fifth day, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu embarked on a journey to the capital with nostalgia for the beautiful scenery of West Lake in Hangzhou. The capital, a thousand-year-old capital, has a profound historical and cultural heritage and a unique modern urban style, which makes them full of expectations.

"The capital, here we come!" Zhang Yue said excitedly, "I heard that the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and the Summer Palace are all must-see places."

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the capital is very rich in historical relics and cultural landscapes. We need to plan our trip carefully."

Huang Xu has already started to organize his photography equipment. "I want to take pictures of these historical sites. This will be a very meaningful trip."

They took a plane and soon arrived in the capital. The city's ancient and modern interweaving allowed people to feel both the weight of history and the vitality of modern times.

They first came to the Forbidden City, the world's largest palace complex, magnificent and magnificent. They strolled among the red walls and green tiles, admiring the exquisite architecture and rich cultural relics.

"The buildings here are so spectacular, and every part of them reveals the vicissitudes of history," Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Li Xiao was also immersed in this magnificent building. "Yes, every brick and tile of the Forbidden City carries the history of China."

Huang Xu was busy looking for angles to take photos. "I want to record all these ancient buildings. This will be the most beautiful memory of my trip."

They visited the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Palace of Heavenly Purity, the Imperial Garden and other important buildings in the Forbidden City, each of which was breathtaking. They also visited the Treasure House and admired various precious cultural relics and artworks. (End of this chapter)