Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1520 1436.
In a small village in HUN Province, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu, carrying their travel bags, stood under an old locust tree at the entrance of the village, ready to start their journey to China. The sun shone through the treetops, dappled on them, and the air was filled with the fresh smell of soil and grass.

"Brother Xiao, where is our first stop?" Zhang Yue asked excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and pointed at the map in his hand, "Let's go to Zhangjiajie first. The natural scenery there is world-famous."

Huang Xu patted his backpack and said, "Let's go. I can't wait to see those strange peaks and rocks."

The three of them set off on a journey to Zhangjiajie. After a few hours of driving, they finally arrived at this place known as the "natural bonsai". Standing at the gate of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, they were deeply shocked by the scenery in front of them.

"Wow, this mountain is so spectacular!" Zhang Yue exclaimed.

"Yes, look at those mountains, they are of various shapes, they are really the wonders of nature." Huang Xu was also amazed.

Li Xiao took out his camera and began to record the beautiful scenery. They walked along the mountain trail, enjoying the scenery along the way and stopping from time to time to take pictures.

After visiting several famous scenic spots, they decided to taste the local specialties. In a small restaurant, they ordered local specialties such as Tujia three-pot, bacon and sour beans.

"This bacon is really delicious and has a unique flavor," Zhang Yue said while eating.

"Yes, the sour beans here are also very appetizing." Huang Xu also agreed.

Li Xiao smiled and looked at them, "On this trip, we can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also taste delicious food. It's really killing two birds with one stone."

After dinner, they went to see a Tujia folk performance. On the stage, the actors wore ethnic costumes, danced cheerfully, and sang melodious songs, which made the three feel the strong ethnic cultural atmosphere.

"This performance is so wonderful that I want to dance along," said Zhang Yue with a smile.

"Me too, I feel like I'm infected." Huang Xu said excitedly.

Li Xiao took out his mobile phone and recorded this unforgettable moment.

As night fell, the three of them found an inn at the foot of the mountain in Zhangjiajie and stayed there. Lying on the bed, they were still thinking about today's journey.

"Today was really fulfilling. Not only did I see beautiful scenery, but I also tasted delicious food and watched performances," Zhang Yue said with emotion.

"Yes, this trip is really meaningful." Huang Xu also said.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Tomorrow we will go to the next city. I wonder what new surprises will be waiting for us."

In this way, the three spent an unforgettable day in Zhangjiajie. They knew that this was just the beginning of their trip to China, and there were more beautiful scenery and delicious food waiting for them to discover and experience.

The next morning, the sun shone through the gaps in the curtains and gently woke up Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu. They quickly packed their bags and prepared to go to their next destination - another famous attraction in HUN Province, Yueyang Tower.

"Brother Xiao, Yueyang Tower is one of the four famous towers in China. I heard that the scenery there is very beautiful, and there is also Fan Zhongyan's "Yueyang Tower Inscription"." Zhang Yue said excitedly while eating breakfast.

“Yes, I memorized “Yueyang Tower” when I was a child, and I have always wanted to see the magnificence of Yueyang Tower with my own eyes.” Huang Xu was also full of anticipation.

Li Xiao nodded, "Then let's set off quickly, so as not to keep the beautiful scenery waiting for too long."

After several hours of driving, they finally arrived in Yueyang. Standing in front of Yueyang Tower, the three were shocked by the majesty and historical accumulation of this ancient building.

"This building is really spectacular. Standing on the top of it you can definitely overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Dongting Lake." Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Huang Xu took out his phone and started searching for the history of Yueyang Tower. "Do you know? Yueyang Tower was first built in the Tang Dynasty and has been rebuilt many times. What we see now is the building from the Qing Dynasty."

Li Xiao stood quietly in front of the building, feeling the atmosphere of this ancient building. "Let's go up and feel the elegance of the ancients."

They climbed up the wooden stairs to Yueyang Tower and stood upstairs, taking in the beautiful scenery of Dongting Lake. The lake was sparkling, and Junshan Island was looming in the distance, which made people feel relaxed and happy.

"The scenery here is so beautiful. No wonder Fan Zhongyan could write such a beautiful "Yueyang Tower Inscription." Zhang Yue said with emotion.

Huang Xu took out his notebook and began to record his feelings. "I think I should also write a travel note to record every detail of this trip."

Li Xiao took out his camera and captured the beautiful scenery in front of him. "The scenery here is really unforgettable."

After visiting Yueyang Tower, they decided to taste the local specialty food - Yueyang fish. In a time-honored restaurant, they ordered fresh fish from Dongting Lake and local snacks.

"This fish is really delicious, the meat is tender and the taste is delicious." Zhang Yue praised while eating.

"Yes, the snacks here are also very unique. For example, this sugar-coated rice cake is sweet but not greasy and very delicious." Huang Xu couldn't help but praise it.

Li Xiao smiled and looked at them, "This trip not only allows us to enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also allows us to taste the delicacies from all over the world. It is really worth the trip."

After dinner, they went to stroll around the ancient streets of Yueyang and felt the charm of the ancient city. When night fell, they stayed in an inn in Yueyang and prepared for the next day's journey.

Lying on the bed, the three of them were still thinking about what they had seen and heard today.

“I really gained a lot today. Not only did I see the magnificence of Yueyang Tower, but I also tasted the local delicacies,” Zhang Yue said with satisfaction.

"Yes, this trip is really meaningful. It allows us to better understand China's history and culture." Huang Xu also said with emotion.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Tomorrow we will go to the next city. I wonder what new surprises will be waiting for us."

In this way, the three spent another fulfilling and wonderful day in Yueyang. They knew that this was only a small part of their trip to China, and there were more beautiful scenery and delicious food waiting for them to explore and experience.

As the night fell in Yueyang, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu sat together in the room of the inn, discussing the itinerary for the next day. They decided to go to another famous attraction in HUN Province - Orange Island.

"Brother Xiao, I heard that Orange Island is one of Changsha's iconic attractions, and the fireworks show there is very famous." Zhang Yue said excitedly.

“Yes, and there is also a stone carving of Mao Zedong’s "沁园春·长沙" at the end of Orange Island. We must go and see it,” Huang Xu added.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement, "That's settled, we'll set out for Orange Island early tomorrow morning." The next day, the sun was shining brightly, and the three of them arrived at Orange Island early. Standing by the river, they were attracted by the scenery in front of them. Orange Island is located in the center of the Xiangjiang River, surrounded by water and with pleasant scenery.

"The scenery here is so beautiful, and the water of the Xiangjiang River is so clear that you can see the bottom." Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Huang Xu took out his phone and began to search for the history of Orange Island. "Do you know that Orange Island is not only a natural landscape, but also one of the important historical sites of the Chinese revolution?"

Li Xiao took out his camera and began to record the beautiful scenery. "Let's go to the stone carving of Mao Zedong."

They walked along the path at the end of Orange Island and came to the stone inscription of Mao Zedong's Qinyuanchun Changsha. Looking at the powerful handwriting, the three of them felt a sense of the weight of history.

"This poem is so magnificent that it makes people feel the passion of that era," Zhang Yue said with emotion.

Huang Xu took out his notebook and began to record his feelings. "I think I should also write a travel note to record every detail of this trip."

Li Xiao stood there quietly, feeling the power of the poem. "The scenery and history here are both impressive."

After visiting Orange Island, they decided to try the specialty snack of Changsha - stinky tofu. At a small stall, they ordered stinky tofu and sugar-coated baba.

"This stinky tofu really lives up to its reputation. Although it smells a bit stinky, it tastes very delicious." Zhang Yue said while eating.

"Yes, the sugar-coated glutinous rice cake is sweet but not greasy, and very delicious." Huang Xu couldn't help but praise it.

Li Xiao smiled and looked at them, "This trip not only allows us to enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also allows us to taste local specialties. It is really worth the trip."

In the afternoon, they rested on the grass at the end of Orange Island, enjoying the sunshine and breeze. Looking at the ships passing by on the Xiangjiang River, the three of them felt a sense of tranquility and relaxation.

"Today is such a wonderful day. Not only did I see the beautiful scenery of Orange Island, but I also got to taste Changsha's special snacks." Zhang Yue said with satisfaction.

"Yes, this trip has allowed us to better understand China's history and culture," Huang Xu also said with emotion.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Tomorrow we will go to the next city. I wonder what new surprises will be waiting for us."

In this way, the three of them spent another fulfilling and wonderful day at Orange Island. They knew that this was only a small part of their trip to China, and there were more beautiful scenery and delicious food waiting for them to explore and experience.

As night fell in Changsha, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu set up a tent on the grass at the end of Orange Island, preparing to spend a night in close contact with nature. Under the starry sky, the three sat around the campfire and shared what they had seen and felt that day.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.

Li Xiao looked at the starry sky and said, "Tomorrow, we will go to Yuelu Mountain, where there is the famous Yuelu Academy and the Aiwan Pavilion, which is the cultural symbol of Changsha."

Huang Xu nodded, "Yuelu Academy is one of the four ancient academies in China, with a long history and profound cultural heritage. We must pay it a good visit."

As the night deepened, the three of them fell asleep quietly in the tent, looking forward to the next day's journey.

The next morning, they set out for Yuelu Mountain, facing the rising sun. Yuelu Mountain is located in the west of CS City. It is a famous mountain on the bank of Xiangjiang River with beautiful scenery and rich cultural atmosphere.

"The air here is so fresh, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city." Zhang Yue said after taking a deep breath.

Huang Xu took out his mobile phone and began to search for information about Yuelu Mountain. "Do you know that Yuelu Mountain is not only a natural landscape, but also the place where many important events in modern Chinese history took place?"

Li Xiao took out his camera and recorded the scenery along the way. "Let's go to Yuelu Academy first."

They followed the mountain road and came to Yuelu Academy. This ancient academy, after thousands of years of wind and rain, still exudes a strong cultural atmosphere. The three of them visited the academy and felt the academic atmosphere of ancient scholars.

"The buildings here are so simple and elegant, and every brick and tile reveals the weight of history," Zhang Yue exclaimed.

Huang Xu took out his notebook and wrote down his feelings. "I think I should also write a travel diary to record every detail of this trip."

Li Xiao stood quietly in the courtyard of the academy, feeling the history and culture here. "Every stone tablet and every tree here has its own story."

After visiting Yuelu Academy, they went to Aiwan Pavilion, which is located halfway up Yuelu Mountain and is the best place to enjoy the panoramic view of Changsha.

"The scenery here is so beautiful, the whole city of Changsha is in sight." Zhang Yue stood in the pavilion, looking at the city of Changsha from afar.

Huang Xu took out his camera and took pictures of the beautiful scenery in front of him. "The sunset here must be beautiful too. I really want to see it here once."

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Then let's stay here for a while and wait for the sunset."

They stayed in the Aiwan Pavilion until the evening, watching the sunset slowly set, and the entire city of Changsha was dyed with a layer of golden light.

"Today's sunset is so beautiful that it makes me feel like all the fatigue of the day has disappeared." Zhang Yue said with emotion.

"Yes, this trip has allowed us to better understand China's natural beauty and historical culture," Huang Xu also said with emotion.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Tomorrow we will go to the next city. I wonder what new surprises will be waiting for us."

In this way, the three spent another fulfilling and wonderful day in Yuelu Mountain. They knew that this was only a small part of their trip to China, and there were more beautiful scenery and culture waiting for them to explore and experience.

As the sunset over Yuelu Mountain gradually sank into the horizon, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu reluctantly left Aiwan Pavilion. They decided to have dinner at a small restaurant at the foot of the mountain and taste another specialty of Changsha - Fire Palace Stinky Tofu.

The restaurant was filled with aroma and noise. The three of them ordered a table of snacks, including stinky tofu, sister dumplings, and flavored shrimps... Each one was mouth-watering.

"This stinky tofu tastes better the more you eat it. The reputation of Huogongdian is well-deserved." Zhang Yue couldn't help but exclaimed as he ate.

Huang Xu was busy taking photos of the delicacies with his phone. "I want to share these photos of delicacies on WeChat Moments so that everyone can see our food trip."

Li Xiao smiled and looked at them, "During this trip, we not only saw beautiful scenery, but also tasted so many delicious foods. It was really a great experience."