Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

The car slowly drove into Dali, and the two headed straight for Erhai Lake. Standing by the lake, the lake was sparkling, and the Cangshan Mountain in the distance stood like a screen, the scenery was pleasant.

"Brother Xiao, the scenery is so beautiful. It feels like my soul has been cleansed." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, the beauty of Erhai Lake makes people feel as peaceful as water."

The two rented a small boat and began to row on Erhai Lake. The water splashed by the oars sparkled in the sun, and the reflections of the two were reflected on the lake.

"Brother Xiao, look at the Bai ethnic group houses over there, they are so unique." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the buildings by the lake.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the Bai nationality has a unique architectural style, with three courtyards and a screen wall, four courtyards and five patios, which is very distinctive."

They rowed on the lake for a while, then landed and walked into a Bai ethnic restaurant, which was filled with a variety of Bai ethnic delicacies and smelled delicious.

"Brother Xiao, let's try the pickled fish. I heard it's a specialty here." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the menu.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Okay, I also heard that the pickled fish here is very famous."

The two ordered special dishes such as pickled fish, milk fan and Erhai fish. Huang Pengfei tasted the pickled fish and his eyes lit up, "This pickled fish is moderately sour and spicy, and the fish meat is tender. It's so delicious!"

Li Xiao also praised it highly, "The Bai ethnic group's food is indeed well-deserved."

After dinner, the two took a walk along the Erhai Lake, enjoying the leisure time in the afternoon. They also visited the nearby Bai village and learned about the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Bai people.

"Brother Xiao, look at these Bai costumes, they are colorful and beautiful." Huang Pengfei said, looking at a Bai girl wearing traditional costumes.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the Bai people's clothing is brightly colored, with unique patterns and very ethnic characteristics."

As the sun set, the two sat down in a small pavilion by the Erhai Lake and quietly admired the beautiful sunset.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, let's go to Shangri-La and explore that mysterious land."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Shangri-La, that's the place I've always dreamed of."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Dali and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set off on their journey to Shangri-La in the first rays of sunshine in the morning. The car was driving on the winding mountain road, with rolling mountains and dense forests outside the window, and a fresh scent in the air.

"Brother Xiao, the name Shangri-La sounds very mysterious." Huang Pengfei looked out the window with curiosity flashing in his eyes.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, Shangri-La means 'the sun and moon in the heart' in Tibetan. It is a place full of mystery and tranquility."

After several hours of bumpy ride, the two finally arrived in Shangri-La. They first went to Songzanlin Temple, a Tibetan Buddhist temple with a long history.

"Brother Xiao, look at those prayer flags, they are so spectacular." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind.

Li Xiao explained: "The prayer flags are a way for Tibetan people to pray for blessings. Each flag represents a good wish."

The two walked quietly in the temple, feeling the tranquility and sacredness here. They also visited the main hall and saw the monks chanting and practicing devoutly.

"Brother Xiao, the monks here look so focused." Huang Pengfei said in a low voice.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, their lives are very simple, but their hearts are very fulfilled."

After leaving Songzanlin Temple, the two went to Pudacuo National Park, where the lake is crystal clear, surrounded by lush forests and snow-capped mountains, and the scenery is picturesque.

"Brother Xiao, the air here is so fresh. I feel refreshed." Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, the natural environment here is very pure and it is a good place to relax."

They strolled in the park, stopping from time to time to admire the surrounding beauty and take photos. Huang Pengfei also tried local Tibetan delicacies such as butter tea and highland barley cakes.

"Brother Xiao, this butter tea tastes very special, you should try it." Huang Pengfei handed Li Xiao a cup of butter tea.

Li Xiao took a bite and nodded in praise: "It's really good, with a unique fragrance."

As night fell, the two attended a Tibetan bonfire party, where they danced and sang with the local Tibetan people, feeling the passion and vitality of Tibetan culture.

"Brother Xiao, the people here are so warm and welcoming." Huang Pengfei danced by the campfire with a happy smile on his face.

Li Xiao also smiled, "Yes, Tibetan people are known for their warmth and friendliness."

After the party, the two sat quietly under the starry sky, enjoying the tranquility of the Shangri-La night.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, let's go to Guilin and see the mountains and rivers there."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world. I've wanted to go see it for a long time."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Shangri-La and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived in Guilin in the early morning mist. They stood by the Li River and looked out at the towering karst peaks, as if they were in a moving landscape painting.

"Brother Xiao, the mountains here look like they came out of a painting." Huang Pengfei exclaimed, his camera in his hand constantly capturing the beautiful scenery in front of him.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Guilin's landscape is truly a masterpiece of nature. Let's take a boat trip on the Li River today and experience the beauty of the landscape up close."

They boarded a bamboo raft, which glided slowly on the clear Li River as the boatman rowed. The mountains on both sides were reflected on the water, forming a series of moving pictures.

"Brother Xiao, look at the mountain over there. It has a very strange shape." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a mountain with a strange shape.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, every mountain has its own unique name and legend. For example, the 'Nine Horses Painting Mountain' over there is said to have nine horses of different shapes on it."

As the raft moved forward, the two admired the beautiful scenery along the way and exclaimed from time to time. They also saw fishermen fishing on the river and cormorants standing on the bow of the boat.

"Brother Xiao, the life of fishermen here seems very peaceful." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

Li Xiao replied, "Yes, they live in harmony with nature and lead a simple but fulfilling life."

At lunch time, the two tasted Guilin rice noodles and beer fish at a small restaurant by the river. Huang Pengfei praised these authentic Guilin delicacies.

"Brother Xiao, the rice noodles are really smooth and not greasy, and the beer fish is delicious." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Guilin's delicious food is also a calling card of this place."

In the afternoon, they went to Elephant Trunk Hill, one of Guilin's iconic attractions. Standing at the foot of the hill, the two looked up at the mountain that resembled an elephant's trunk and marveled at the wonders of nature. "Brother Xiao, this Elephant Trunk Hill is so lifelike," Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, this is also one of the representative landscapes of Guilin."

In the evening, the two sat quietly on a viewing platform by the Li River, admiring the mountain and water scenery under the setting sun. The golden sunlight sprinkled on the river, and the mountain peaks were dyed with a layer of golden glory.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, we will go to Zhangjiajie to explore the strange peaks and rocks there."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Zhangjiajie, I heard that the natural scenery there is very spectacular."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Guilin and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived in Zhangjiajie in the morning breeze. They stood on the viewing platform of Tianzi Mountain, and before their eyes was a spectacular scene of strange peaks and rocks, which made people marvel at the magical creation of nature.

"Brother Xiao, the mountains here are so spectacular, like natural sculptures." Huang Pengfei stared at the scenery in front of him, and the camera in his hand kept recording this wonderful moment.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement. "Zhangjiajie is famous for its unique stone pillars. These stone peaks have different shapes and each has its own story."

The two walked slowly along the mountain trail, stopping from time to time to admire the towering stone peaks. The sunlight shone through the sparse clouds and sprinkled on the stone peaks, forming a light and dark contrast, adding a bit of mystery.

"Brother Xiao, look at the mountain over there. Doesn't it look like an eagle spreading its wings ready to fly?" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a mountain with a unique shape.

Li Xiao smiled and replied: "It is indeed a bit like that. The mountains in Zhangjiajie always give people unlimited imagination."

They continued walking and came to the famous Yuanjiajie, which is the prototype of the "Hallelujah Mountain" in the movie "Avatar". Standing on the observation deck, the two were deeply attracted by the scene in front of them.

"Brother Xiao, this place is really just like in the movies, it's incredible." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the beauty of Zhangjiajie is unique, which is why it attracts tourists from all over the world."

In the afternoon, the two took the Bailong Elevator, a vertical elevator connecting the top of the mountain and the foot of the mountain, which allows them to quickly enjoy the full view of Zhangjiajie. During the ascent of the elevator, they seemed to be traveling between the stone peaks, experiencing an extraordinary visual feast.

"Brother Xiao, this elevator is so exciting. I feel like I'm flying." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, this experience is indeed rare."

In the evening, the two tasted local delicacies such as Tujia three-pot and bacon at a specialty restaurant in Zhangjiajie. Huang Pengfei praised these authentic Hunan dishes.

"Brother Xiao, this Tujia three-pot dish is really delicious. The flavors of the various ingredients are blended just right." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao also nodded and praised: "Zhangjiajie's food is also a highlight."

As night fell, the two sat quietly on a viewing platform in Zhangjiajie, enjoying the tranquility of the night and the brilliance of the starry sky.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, let's go to Hangzhou to see the beautiful scenery of West Lake."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "West Lake, that's a place I've longed to visit for a long time."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Zhangjiajie and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived in Hangzhou in the early morning mist. They walked through the bustling streets and came to the West Lake. The lake was shrouded in mist, and the Su Causeway in the distance was looming, like a fairyland on earth.

"Brother Xiao, this is the legendary West Lake, it's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei stood by the lake, looking at the lake, his eyes full of longing.

Li Xiao smiled, "Yes, the beauty of West Lake lies in its tranquility and harmony. Let's go to the Broken Bridge first."

The two walked along the path by the lake to the Broken Bridge. The Broken Bridge with Snow is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. Although there is no snow at this time, the scenery on the bridge is still fascinating.

"Brother Xiao, look at the lotus flowers over there, they are in full bloom." Huang Pengfei said, pointing at the lotus flowers in the lake.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the lotus flowers in West Lake are also unique. Let's go take a boat tour."

They rented a small boat, and the boatman gently rowed the boat on the lake. The lotus flowers in the lake swayed in the wind, and occasionally a fish jumped out of the water, splashing circles of ripples.

"Brother Xiao, this feels so comfortable." Huang Pengfei leaned against the side of the boat, enjoying the tranquility.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, the beautiful scenery of West Lake can always make people forget their troubles."

In the afternoon, the two sat down in a teahouse by the lake, tasting Hangzhou's Longjing tea and feeling the charm of the Jiangnan water town.

"Brother Xiao, this Longjing tea is really fragrant." Huang Pengfei took a sip of the tea and exclaimed in admiration.

Li Xiao nodded, "Hangzhou's Longjing tea is one of the top ten famous teas in China and has a long history."

In the evening, the two came to the foot of Leifeng Pagoda. Leifeng Sunset is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. Leifeng Pagoda looks particularly solemn under the sunset.

"Brother Xiao, this Leifeng Pagoda is really spectacular." Huang Pengfei looked up at the tower and exclaimed.

Li Xiao replied, "Yes, Leifeng Pagoda has a rich history and legends, and is one of the landmark buildings in Hangzhou."

As night fell, the two tasted Hangzhou's specialties, such as West Lake vinegar fish and Dongpo pork, at a restaurant by the West Lake. Huang Pengfei praised the food highly.

"Brother Xiao, this West Lake vinegar fish is sweet and sour, and the Dongpo pork is fat but not greasy. It's so delicious!" Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Hangzhou's delicious food is also a business card of this place."

After dinner, the two took a walk along the West Lake, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the West Lake at night. The lights on the lake and the moonlight complemented each other, forming a beautiful night scene.

"Brother Xiao, where are we going tomorrow?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao smiled mysteriously, "Tomorrow, we will go to Huangshan to see the strange pines, strange rocks and sea of ​​clouds there."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly, "Huangshan, I heard that the scenery there is very spectacular."

As the night deepened, the two ended their day in Hangzhou and prepared for their next stop with great anticipation.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived at Huangshan in the morning breeze. They stood at the foot of the mountain, looking up at the towering peaks, their hearts full of expectation and awe.

"Brother Xiao, the peak of Huangshan looks so high!" Huang Pengfei looked up at the peak and sighed. (End of this chapter)