Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1555 7.
As the sun gradually rose, the two decided to go down the mountain. On the way down the mountain, they met some vendors selling souvenirs.

"Brother Xiao, let's buy some souvenirs." Huang Pengfei suggested.

Li Xiao agreed, and the two selected some Dali tie-dye and marble handicrafts to take home as souvenirs.

After returning to the foot of the mountain, the two found a local restaurant and tasted the special dishes of the Bai ethnic group. At the table, they also tasted the local Fenghuaxueyue beer and felt the customs and culture of Dali.

"The name of this beer is really interesting, and it echoes the four major scenic spots of Dali." Huang Pengfei said with a smile.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, everything in Dali contains local culture and stories."

After dinner, the two strolled around the streets of the ancient city and bought some local specialties such as Dali plum wine and preserved fruits. They also met some local artists and enjoyed their paintings and music performances.

"Brother Xiao, look at that old artist, his paintings are so beautiful." Huang Pengfei said, pointing at an old man who was painting.

Li Xiao also stopped and admired the old man's paintings: "Dali has a strong artistic atmosphere, and people here love life very much."

The ancient city of Dali is brightly lit under the night sky. The two strolled in the alleys of the ancient city, feeling the tranquility and romance here.

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

Li Xiao thought about it, and then said: "Tomorrow, let's go to Shangri-La to experience the Tibetan culture and natural scenery there."

Huang Pengfei nodded excitedly: "Okay, I've heard that Shangri-La is a paradise on earth, I must go and see it."

In the night of Dali, the two planned their next journey with great anticipation.

In the morning, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei ate a bowl of hot rice noodles on the streets of Dali and set off on their journey to Shangri-La. Along the way, the two discussed the legend of Shangri-La and its historical significance.

"Brother Xiao, I heard that Shangri-La is the ideal country described in James Hilton's novel "Lost Horizon". Is it true?" Huang Pengfei said while driving.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Pengfei, the name of Shangri-La comes from that book. It symbolizes a place away from the hustle and bustle, quiet and peaceful."

The car passed through the mountains of Lijiang and DQzhou and finally arrived at Shangri-La. The two stood on the grassland of Shangri-La, looking up at the blue sky and white clouds, and feeling the fresh air of the plateau.

"Brother Xiao, the air here is so fresh. I feel much more energetic." Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and said with emotion.

Li Xiao nodded and responded: "Yes, the natural environment of Shangri-La is very beautiful. Let's go to Songzanlin Temple first."

The two came to Songzanlin Temple, which is known as the "Little Potala Palace" and is the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Shangri-La. In the temple, they felt the power of faith and saw the monks chanting and debating sutras devoutly, which greatly shocked their hearts.

"Brother Xiao, look at these monks. Their faith is so firm." Huang Pengfei stopped in front of the hall and watched.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Yes, faith is a part of their lives and their spiritual support."

After visiting Songzanlin Temple, they went to Napahai Nature Reserve, where they saw herds of cattle and sheep and various rare birds, and felt the vitality of nature.

"Brother Xiao, look at those birds, they are flying so freely." Huang Pengfei said, pointing at the birds in the sky.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Shangri-La is home to many rare animals, and the ecological protection here is very good."

During their few days in Shangri-La, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei deeply experienced the natural beauty and Tibetan culture here. They visited local Tibetan villages and learned about the lifestyle and traditional customs of the Tibetan people. They also tasted local specialties such as barley wine, butter tea and tsampa.

"Brother Xiao, the taste of this butter tea is really unique. I feel warm all over after drinking it." Huang Pengfei said as he drank.

Li Xiao also nodded: "Yes, Tibetan cuisine, like their culture, has a profound heritage."

After finishing the meal, Li Xiao left the restaurant with a full sense of happiness. He knew that these wonderful taste and cultural experiences would become unforgettable memories of his trip.

Shangri-La is starry at night, and Li Xiao is in his room in the inn, quietly recalling what he saw and heard today. He feels very satisfied and happy, because he not only appreciates the natural beauty of Shangri-La, but also deeply feels the Tibetan culture and human touch here.

The next day, Li Xiao continued his journey with anticipation for the new day. This time he was going to Jiuzhaigou in Sichuan.

Jiuzhaigou, a place named after nine Tibetan villages, is famous for its colorful lakes, waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and forests, and is known as the "fairy tale world".

After a long journey, Li Xiao finally arrived at Jiuzhaigou. Standing at the entrance of the scenic area, he was deeply attracted by the scenery in front of him. The sun shone through the treetops and sprinkled on the clear lake. The water was sparkling, and the colorful trees were reflected in it, which was so beautiful that it made people intoxicated.

"The scenery of Jiuzhaigou is so charming, every place looks like a carefully painted painting," Li Xiao exclaimed.

He strolled along the plank road, admiring famous attractions such as Wuhua Lake, Nuorilang Waterfall, and Changhai Lake. Each lake has its own unique color and style, and each waterfall is magnificent and breathtaking.

During his few days in Jiuzhaigou, Li Xiao deeply experienced the natural beauty and Tibetan culture here. He visited local Tibetan villages and learned about the lifestyle and traditional customs of the Tibetan people. He also tasted local specialties such as highland barley wine, butter tea and tsampa.

"Jiuzhaigou not only has stunning natural beauty, but also has a profound cultural heritage," Li Xiao said with emotion.

After finishing the meal, Li Xiao left the restaurant with a full sense of happiness. He knew that these wonderful taste and cultural experiences would become unforgettable memories of his trip. Jiuzhaigou under the night sky was bright with stars. Li Xiao was in the room of the inn, quietly recalling what he saw and heard today. He felt very satisfied and happy because he not only appreciated the natural beauty of Jiuzhaigou, but also deeply felt the Tibetan culture and human touch here.

The next day, Li Xiao continued his journey with anticipation for the new day. This time he was going to Chengdu in Sichuan, a city famous for its leisurely pace of life and rich food culture.

After arriving in Chengdu, Li Xiao was immediately attracted by the city atmosphere. He strolled through Kuanzhai Alley and felt the fusion of the city's history and modernity. The ancient courtyards, teahouses, theaters, and street food stalls all made him feel the unique charm of Chengdu.

"Chengdu is so charming. Every corner here is full of the breath of life." Li Xiao exclaimed.

He tasted Chengdu's hot pot, chuanchuanxiang, dandan noodles and other delicacies, and he was very addicted to each of them. He also visited the Chengdu panda base and observed these lovely national treasures up close.

"Chengdu's food and culture are so attractive, especially the pandas here, which are really irresistible," Li Xiao said with emotion.

After finishing the meal, Li Xiao left the restaurant with a full sense of happiness. He knew that these wonderful taste and cultural experiences would become unforgettable memories of his trip.

Chengdu is brightly lit under the night sky. Li Xiao is in a pub in Kuanzhai Alley, listening to live music and feeling the leisure and romance of Chengdu.

The next day, Li Xiao continued his journey with anticipation for the new day. This time he was going to Leshan in Sichuan, a city famous for its Leshan Giant Buddha and rich food.

After arriving in Leshan, Li Xiao was immediately attracted by the city atmosphere. He strolled through the streets of Leshan, feeling the fusion of history and modernity of the city. The ancient buildings, temples, sculptures, and street food stalls all made him feel the unique charm of Leshan.

"Leshan is so charming. Every corner here is full of cultural atmosphere." Li Xiao exclaimed.

He tasted Leshan's delicacies such as tofu pudding, sweet-skinned duck, and Bobo chicken, and he was very addicted to each of them. He also visited the Leshan Giant Buddha and observed the world's largest stone Buddha statue up close.

"The Leshan Giant Buddha is so spectacular. Its face is so kind that it makes people feel awe." Li Xiao said with emotion.

After finishing the meal, Li Xiao left the restaurant with a full sense of happiness. He knew that these wonderful taste and cultural experiences would become unforgettable memories of his trip.

Under the night sky of Leshan, the river breeze was blowing gently. Li Xiao was on the promenade by the river, quietly recalling what he had seen and heard today. He felt very satisfied and happy, because he not only appreciated the natural beauty of Leshan, but also deeply felt the culture and human touch here.

The next day, Li Xiao continued his journey with anticipation for the new day. This time he was going to Mount Emei in Sichuan, a holy place famous for its beautiful natural scenery and profound Buddhist culture.

After arriving at Mount Emei, Li Xiao was immediately attracted by the mountain scenery and clouds. He took the cable car up the mountain, admiring the strange rocks, ancient trees and temples along the way. When he reached the top of the mountain, he saw the rolling sea of ​​clouds and the looming mountains, like a fairyland.

"The scenery of Mount Emei is so beautiful. Every place looks like a carefully painted painting." Li Xiao exclaimed.

He strolled along the mountain road and visited famous attractions such as Wannian Temple, Qingyin Pavilion, and Yixiantian. Each temple has its own unique architectural style and religious atmosphere, which made him feel the solemnity and tranquility of Buddhist culture.

"Mount Emei not only has stunning natural beauty, but also has a profound Buddhist cultural heritage," Li Xiao said with emotion.

During the few days in Mount Emei, Li Xiao deeply experienced the natural scenery and Buddhist culture here. He attended the morning classes in the temple, listened to the monks chanting, and felt the power of faith. He also tasted the vegetarian food in the temple. Although it was simple, it made him feel the original taste of food and the tranquility of life.

After finishing his meal, Li Xiao left the dining hall with a full sense of happiness. He knew that these wonderful taste and cultural experiences would become unforgettable memories of his trip.

Mount Emei is under the night sky and the stars are shining. Li Xiao is in the courtyard of the temple, quietly recalling what he saw and heard today. He feels very satisfied and happy because he not only appreciates the natural beauty of Mount Emei, but also deeply feels the Buddhist culture and tranquility here.

The next day, Li Xiao continued his journey with anticipation for the new day. This time he was going to Dujiangyan in Sichuan. Dujiangyan, a place famous for its ancient water conservancy projects, is known as the "treasure of world water conservancy culture."

After arriving at Dujiangyan, Li Xiao was immediately attracted by the engineering miracles here. He strolled along the canal, watching the clear river water flowing in the ancient canal, and felt the greatness of the wisdom of the ancients.

"The water conservancy project of Dujiangyan is really amazing. It not only solves the problem of floods, but also irrigates large tracts of land." Li Xiao exclaimed.

He visited the Baopingkou, Feishayan, Yuzui diversion dike and other projects, and learned about the working principle and historical background of Dujiangyan. He also took a cruise to enjoy the panoramic view of Dujiangyan on the river and felt the grandeur of the project.

"Dujiangyan is not only a great project, but also a model of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature," Li Xiao said with emotion.

During the few days in Dujiangyan, Li Xiao deeply experienced the engineering miracles and historical culture here. He visited the Erwang Temple and learned about the story of Li Bing and his son building Dujiangyan, and was deeply impressed by their wisdom and courage. He also tasted local specialties such as chicken stewed with ginkgo nuts and Qingcheng bacon, and each food left him with endless aftertaste.

"Dujiangyan's cuisine, like its culture, has a profound heritage," Li Xiao said with emotion.

After finishing the meal, Li Xiao left the restaurant with a full sense of happiness. He knew that these wonderful taste and cultural experiences would become unforgettable memories of his trip.

At night, the Dujiangyan River flows quietly. Li Xiao sits on a bench by the river, quietly recalling what he has seen and heard today. He feels very satisfied and happy, because he not only appreciates the engineering miracle of Dujiangyan, but also deeply feels the history and culture here.

The next day, Li Xiao continued his journey with anticipation for the new day. This time he was going to Huanglong in Sichuan, a natural scenic spot known for its colorful pools, snow-capped mountains, canyons and forests.

After arriving at Huanglong, Li Xiao was immediately attracted by the natural scenery here. He strolled along the plank road and admired the colorful calcified pools. The clear water formed various colors in the pools, like a fairyland on earth.

"The scenery in Huanglong is so beautiful, every place looks like a carefully painted painting." Li Xiao exclaimed.

He visited famous scenic spots such as Huanglong Temple, Five Color Pools, and Golden Sand Pavement. Each pool has its own unique color and shape, and each waterfall is magnificent and breathtaking.