Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1561 15.

Zhangjiajie, a natural wonder famous for its unique sandstone peaks, is waiting for Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei to explore. The two arrived in Zhangjiajie in the morning light, ready to start their adventure.

"Brother Xiao, look at those mountains, they are just like in the paintings." Huang Pengfei pointed to the strange peaks rising from the ground in the distance, his eyes full of surprise.

Li Xiao also praised: "Yes, the mountains here are of different shapes, it is really the work of nature."

They first came to Tianzi Mountain and took the cable car to ascend slowly. The scenery along the way made them dazzled. The peaks were stacked one after another, surrounded by clouds and mist, as if they were in a fairyland.

"This scenery is so shocking." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, the mountains in Zhangjiajie are really breathtaking."

They visited He Long Park, Yu Bi Peak and other scenic spots on Tianzi Mountain, and felt the magical charm of nature with every step they took.

"Brother Xiao, look at the mountain over there, does it look like a pen?" Huang Pengfei pointed to a mountain with a unique shape.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "It is indeed very similar. Nature's creativity is truly endless."

After visiting Tianzi Mountain, the two decided to go to Huangshizhai, where there are the famous "Five Wonders of Huangshizhai": strange mountains, strange waters, strange stones, strange clouds and strange animals.

"Look at these stones, they have different shapes, which is really interesting." Huang Pengfei stopped in front of a stone with a peculiar shape.

Li Xiao also sighed: "Yes, every stone here seems to have life."

They watched the sunset on Huangshi Village. The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the strange peaks, forming a beautiful picture.

"This sunset is so beautiful." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao also nodded: "Yes, such a scenery is really refreshing."

The next day, the two went to another major attraction in Zhangjiajie, the Golden Whip Stream. The clear stream flows between the strange peaks, forming a beautiful landscape.

"This stream water is so clear." Huang Pengfei squatted by the stream and gently stirred the water surface with his hand.

Li Xiao also squatted down and felt the coolness of the stream water: "Yes, the water here is really refreshing."

They strolled along the Golden Whip Creek, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way, and met some local fishermen who were fishing in the creek.

"Brother Xiao, look at those fishermen, their lives are so simple yet happy." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, such a lifestyle is really enviable."

The two people's trip to Zhangjiajie ended with the magnificence of the strange peaks and the clarity of the beautiful waters, but their journey continued.

Huangshan, a famous mountain known for its strange pines, strange rocks, sea of ​​clouds and hot springs, welcomed the visit of Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei. The two arrived at the foot of Huangshan in the morning light, ready to climb the peak known as "the most unique mountain in the world".

"Brother Xiao, look at those pine trees, they look so peculiar." Huang Pengfei pointed at the pine trees on the roadside. They had different shapes, some looked like dragons, and some looked like phoenixes.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, the pine trees in Huangshan are famous, and each one has its own unique story."

They first came to Shixin Peak, where the pine trees are particularly famous, such as the Welcoming Pine and the Farewell Pine, each of which seems to be welcoming visitors from afar.

"Look at that Welcoming Pine, it really lives up to its reputation. Its posture seems to be welcoming us." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao also sighed: "Yes, these pine trees are really the elves of Huangshan."

They watched the sunrise of Huangshan from the Shixin Peak. When the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and illuminated the entire mountain, the two were deeply attracted by the magnificent sight.

"This sunrise is so beautiful." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao also sighed: "Yes, such a scenery is really unforgettable."

After visiting Shixin Peak, the two decided to go to Guangmingding, which is the best place to watch the sea of ​​clouds. They stood on Guangmingding, watching the sea of ​​clouds rolling under their feet, as if they were in a fairyland.

"This sea of ​​clouds is so spectacular." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao also praised: "Yes, the sea of ​​clouds in Huangshan is really refreshing."

They stayed on Guangmingding for a long time, and only left reluctantly when the sun set.

"Brother Xiao, look at the mountains over there. Do they look like an ink painting?" Huang Pengfei pointed to the mountains in the distance.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, the peaks of Huangshan are truly a masterpiece of nature."

The next day, the two went to another major attraction in Huangshan, the Xihai Grand Canyon. The scenery here is even more precipitous, and the peaks in the canyon are as if they were cut by knives and axes, which is breathtaking.

"Look at these mountains, they are so steep." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao also praised: "Yes, the scenery here is really refreshing."

They strolled in the Xihai Grand Canyon, admiring the beautiful scenery along the way, and met some local painters who were sketching in the canyon.

"Wow, the food in Chengdu is so delicious! I feel like I'm falling in love with this city." Huang Pengfei said with a smile. "Haha, yes, Chengdu is a paradise for food. We are just getting started, and there are still many delicious foods waiting for us to discover." Li Xiao also said happily.

After eating snacks, they watched a traditional tea art performance in Kuanzhai Alley. The exquisite skills of the tea artists were amazing. They gracefully demonstrated every step of making tea, and their movements were as smooth as flowing water. Looking at the steaming tea and smelling the fresh tea fragrance, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei seemed to feel the true meaning of the leisurely life of Chengdu people.

"Look at the way they make tea, so elegant. It seems that drinking tea in Chengdu is not just a drink, but also a culture." Li Xiao said to Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, this leisurely lifestyle is really enviable. Our pace of life in the city is too fast, and we rarely have time to sit down and enjoy a cup of tea like this," Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

After exiting Kuanzhai Alley, they came to Jinli Ancient Street. The scenery of Jinli Ancient Street at night is particularly charming, with red lanterns hanging high, lighting up the entire street. There are various traditional handicraft shops, snack stalls, bars, etc. on the ancient street, which is very lively. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei strolled along Jinli Ancient Street, enjoying the beautiful night view and feeling the nightlife of Chengdu.

They sat down in a bar, ordered two local specialty beers, listened to the melodious music from the bar, and enjoyed this leisurely time. Some people in the bar were chatting, some were playing games, and the atmosphere was relaxed and happy. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei also joined in, chatting and laughing with the people around them, and spent a pleasant night.

The next day, they came to the famous tourist attraction in Chengdu, Wuhou Temple. Wuhou Temple is a temple dedicated to Liu Bei, Zhuge Liang and other heroes of Shu Han. It is also the only temple in China that worships both the emperor and his ministers. Walking into Wuhou Temple, a solemn atmosphere hits you. The courtyard is full of ancient cypresses, and the buildings are simple and elegant, showing a long history and culture. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei visited Wuhou Temple, learned about the historical stories and cultural traditions of the Three Kingdoms period, and deeply admired Zhuge Liang's wisdom and loyalty.

"Zhuge Liang is such a remarkable figure. His wisdom and strategy have had a profound impact on Chinese history," Li Xiao said with emotion.

“Yes, the Wuhou Temple also allows us to have a deeper understanding of the Three Kingdoms culture. The city of Chengdu really has a profound historical and cultural heritage,” Huang Pengfei responded.

After visiting the Wuhou Temple, they came to a nearby hot pot restaurant to taste Chengdu's most representative delicacy - hot pot. Chengdu hot pot is famous for its spicy and fresh taste and is an indispensable part of Chengdu people's life. They ordered a shuangyang pot, with a spicy hot pot base on one side and a clear soup base on the other, and a variety of fresh ingredients such as tripe, duck intestines, beef, vegetables, etc.

After the hot pot was served, it was steaming hot and fragrant. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei couldn't wait to put the ingredients into the pot and cook them, then dipped them in special seasonings and put them in their mouths. The spicy taste spread in their mouths instantly, making people feel addicted. They ate and chatted while enjoying the happiness and satisfaction brought by the hot pot.

"Wow, this hot pot is so delicious! It's so spicy that I'm sweating all over, but I still can't stop." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

"Haha, Chengdu hotpot has this charm. But you have to be careful not to eat too spicy, otherwise your stomach may feel uncomfortable tomorrow." Li Xiao reminded with a smile.

During their stay in Chengdu, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei enjoyed the leisure time in this city. They tasted various delicacies, visited many scenic spots, and felt the unique folk customs of Chengdu. Everything in Chengdu made them linger, and they fell deeply in love with this charming city.

"We are leaving Chengdu tomorrow, and I am really reluctant to leave," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, but our journey continues. Where are we going next?" Li Xiao asked.

"Let me think... why don't we go to Yunnan? I heard the scenery there is beautiful and there are many ethnic minority cultures." Huang Pengfei suggested.

"Okay, Yunnan is a good place. Let's go back and pack up tonight and set off for Yunnan tomorrow." Li Xiao said excitedly.

With fond memories of Chengdu and expectations for Yunnan, they returned to the hotel to prepare for the next journey...

Leaving the leisurely Chengdu, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei embarked on a journey to Yunnan. Yunnan, a land full of mystery and diverse culture, is like a colorful painting, waiting for them to unfold.

They first came to Kunming, a city known as the "Spring City" with a pleasant climate and spring-like weather all year round. As soon as they arrived in Kunming, they felt the fresh air and warm sunshine. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei put down their luggage and couldn't wait to go to Dianchi Lake.

Dianchi Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan. The lake is sparkling and boundless. There are many tourists walking and taking pictures by the lake, enjoying this wonderful time. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei strolled along the lake, and the breeze blew on their faces, bringing bursts of coolness. The Sleeping Beauty of Xishan in the distance lies quietly by the Dianchi Lake, with undulating mountains and beautiful shapes, like a sleeping fairy.

"Wow, Pengfei, look at how beautiful Dianchi Lake is! The water is so clear and the scenery is so spectacular." Li Xiao exclaimed.

"Yes, Brother Xiao, the air here is also very fresh. I feel particularly comfortable in such an environment." Huang Pengfei responded.

They stayed for a while by the Dianchi Lake, enjoying the beautiful lake view, and then went to the Yunnan Nationalities Village, a place that showcases the cultural customs of various ethnic minorities in Yunnan, where villages of many ethnic minorities, including the Yi, Bai, Dai, and Naxi, are gathered.

Walking into the ethnic villages, they seemed to have entered a colorful world. Each village has its own unique architectural style and cultural characteristics. The Torch Festival Square of the Yi people, the Three Squares and One Screen Wall of the Bai people, and the bamboo houses of the Dai people all opened their eyes. They shuttled between villages, enjoying the singing and dancing performances of ethnic minorities, traditional handicrafts, and tasting various special foods.

In the Yi village, they watched a wonderful Torch Festival performance. The actors were dressed in bright ethnic costumes, holding torches and dancing happily. The flames jumped in the night sky, lighting up the entire square, and the atmosphere was warm and cheerful. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were also infected by the lively atmosphere and joined the dancing crowd to revel with everyone.

"Wow, this Torch Festival is so interesting! Everyone is so enthusiastic." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

"Yes, this is the cultural charm of ethnic minorities. They celebrate festivals in their own way and express their love for life," said Li Xiao.

In the Bai village, they visited the traditional architecture of the Bai people - three courtyards and one screen wall. The white-walled and blue-tiled houses, exquisite carvings and paintings, show the Bai people's superb skills and unique aesthetics. They also tasted the Bai people's special food - three courses of tea. The three courses of tea are bitter tea, sweet tea and aftertaste tea, which means that life is bitter before sweet and has endless aftertaste.

"These three cups of tea are very meaningful. Each cup of tea has a different flavor and meaning. Just like our life, we will experience all kinds of ups and downs." Li Xiao said with emotion while tasting the tea.

"Yes, that's right. And the tea tastes very good, I like it very much." Huang Pengfei nodded in agreement.

In the Dai village, they enjoyed the Dai peacock dance. The dancers were graceful and light like peacocks, which made people intoxicated. They also visited the Dai bamboo house and learned about the living customs of the Dai people. The bamboo house is well ventilated and has a beautiful environment. It is surrounded by various flowers, plants and trees, making people feel as if they are in a paradise.

"Look at this bamboo house. It must be very comfortable to live here. The Dai people really know how to live." Huang Pengfei said enviously.

"Yes, every ethnic group has its own unique lifestyle and cultural traditions. This is the charm of Yunnan. Here we can experience different customs and gain a lot of knowledge," said Li Xiao.

After a day of sightseeing in Yunnan Nationalities Village, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei returned to the hotel. Although they were a little tired, they were full of love for Yunnan and expectations for the next journey.

"Let's go to Dali tomorrow. I heard the scenery there is more beautiful, with Erhai Lake and Cangshan Mountain." Li Xiao said to Huang Pengfei.

"Great, I've always wanted to go to Dali. I heard that Erhai Lake is particularly beautiful, and we can ride bicycles by the lake. It's a wonderful thought." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

With their longing for Dali, they fell asleep, looking forward to starting a new and wonderful journey in Dali...