Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1587

Xiao and Huang Pengfei, carrying large travel bags, stood at the entrance of Wuzhen, their faces full of excitement and anticipation. The sun shone on the ancient bluestone road, as if covering this Jiangnan water town with a layer of golden gauze.

"Hey, Lao Li, Wuzhen really lives up to its reputation! It has that ancient charm and flavor." Huang Pengfei said with emotion while stretching his arms.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded, "That's right. I've heard that Wuzhen is as beautiful as an ink painting, and now I can finally see it with my own eyes. Let's go visit those famous attractions first."

The two walked slowly along the bluestone road and first came to Dongzha. There are many buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties preserved here, with white walls, black tiles, wooden doors and windows, revealing traces of time everywhere. They walked into an old house, which was filled with some traditional furniture and farm tools, as if they were traveling back in time.

"Wow, look at this carved bed, it's so exquisite!" Huang Pengfei's eyes lit up and he moved forward to observe it carefully.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the exquisite craftsmanship. "Indeed, the craftsmanship of the ancients is amazing. Imagine sleeping on such a bed. It must be a unique experience."

After leaving the residence, they came to the ancient stage in Dongzha. There were actors performing Yue Opera on the stage, and the melodious singing echoed in the air. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei found a seat and sat down, quietly enjoying this wonderful performance.

"This Yue Opera sounds really good. Although I don't understand what it's singing, the melody is very moving." Huang Pengfei said in a low voice.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Yue Opera is a special opera in Jiangnan, with a unique charm. This is also the meaning of our travel, to experience the cultural charm of different places."

After watching the Yue Opera performance, their stomachs started to growl, so they came to the food street in Dongzha, which was filled with the aroma of various delicacies.

"Wow, here we have Dingsheng cake, Qingtuan, and Sister-in-law cake...all of which are Wuzhen's specialties!" Huang Pengfei rubbed his hands excitedly.

Li Xiao looked at the tempting delicacies and couldn't help swallowing his saliva. "Then let's try Dingsheng Cake first. I heard that this is a traditional cake in Wuzhen, which symbolizes victory and success."

They bought two pieces of Dingsheng cakes and took a bite. They were soft, sweet and had a delicate taste.

"Hmm, delicious! It tastes really good." Huang Pengfei praised the food while eating.

Then, they tasted Qingtuan and Gusaobing. The green color of Qingtuan made people very appetizing, and when they bit into it, they were full of the fragrance of mugwort and the sweetness of red bean paste. Gusaobing was crispy and delicious, sweet but not greasy.

After eating and drinking, the two continued to tour Dongzha. They came to Mao Dun's former residence, which is a typical residence in the Jiangnan water village. The former residence displays Mr. Mao Dun's life and his literary works.

"Mr. Mao Dun is such a great writer! His works reflect the social reality of that era." Li Xiao said with emotion as he looked at those precious cultural relics and photos.

Huang Pengfei also nodded in agreement, "Yes, we should learn more about these cultural celebrities and draw strength from them."

After leaving Mao Dun's former residence, they came to the dyeing workshop in Dongzha, which was full of colorful blue printed cloth, fluttering gently in the breeze, like a gorgeous sea of ​​flowers.

"This blue print is so beautiful! You can buy some as souvenirs," said Huang Pengfei.

Li Xiao also thought this was a good idea. "Okay, these blue printed fabrics are very unique and can be given to relatives and friends."

They picked up some blue printed handkerchiefs and scarves at the dyeing workshop and then continued on to Xizha.

West Gate is more peaceful and elegant than East Gate, where there are many beautiful views of small bridges, flowing water and houses. They strolled along the river, admiring the scenery on both sides.

"Look, that bridge is so unique!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to an ancient stone bridge.

Li Xiao looked over and saw that the stone bridge had a simple shape and exquisite patterns carved on it. They walked up the stone bridge and looked down at the river below. The water was so clear that you could see the bottom, and occasionally you could see a few small fish swimming.

"It's so beautiful here, it makes people feel particularly relaxed." Li Xiao took a deep breath and felt the fresh air of the Jiangnan water town.

In Xizha, they also visited some art galleries and handicraft shops, where the artworks and handicrafts were very exquisite and irresistible.

"These handicrafts are really creative, and each one is like a work of art," said Huang Pengfei as he admired them.

Li Xiao was also attracted by these exquisite handicrafts. "Yes, these are the painstaking works of the craftsmen, reflecting their superb skills and love for life."

Before I knew it, the sky gradually darkened. The night view of Xizha is even more beautiful, with lights reflected in the river, like a dreamlike world.

"Wow, the night view is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but exclaim.

Li Xiao was also intoxicated by the beautiful night view. "Indeed, the night view of Wuzhen is really unforgettable."

They found a restaurant by the river and ordered some local specialties, such as Wuzhen duck in sauce, braised lamb, etc. These dishes were delicious and satisfied their appetite.

"This pickled duck tastes really good, the meat is tender and the sauce is rich." Huang Pengfei praised it while eating.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement, "The braised lamb is also delicious, without any smell, and melts in your mouth."

After dinner, they went to see a folk performance, which included dragon dance, lion dance, acrobatics and other programs, which were so wonderful that they couldn't take their eyes off.

“This folk performance was so wonderful! It allowed us to feel the traditional cultural charm of Wuzhen,” Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao was also deeply touched, "Yes, these folk performances are the treasures of our Chinese nation, we should inherit and carry forward them well."

After the performance, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei returned to the inn where they stayed. Today's trip to Wuzhen has given them a lot of gains, and they are looking forward to a new journey tomorrow.

After bidding farewell to the picturesque Wuzhen, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set out on their journey to Huangshan. Along the way, both of them were full of anticipation for the beautiful scenery of Huangshan that they were about to see.

"Old Li, I heard that Huangshan is the most unique mountain in the world! I wonder how spectacular it is." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "The beauty of Huangshan is well-known, and we must appreciate it this time."

After some twists and turns, they finally arrived at the foot of Huangshan Mountain. Looking up, the rolling mountains were looming in the clouds, like a fairyland.

"Wow, this is too shocking!" Huang Pengfei opened his mouth wide, his eyes full of amazement.

The two bought tickets and took the cable car to slowly go up the mountain. As the cable car went higher, the scenery in front of them became more spectacular. Strange peaks and rocks, green pines and cypresses appeared before them one by one.

"Look at that mountain, does it look like a monkey?" Li Xiao pointed to a mountain in the distance and said. Huang Pengfei took a closer look and shouted excitedly, "It really looks like one! It's amazing."

After getting off the cable car, they began to walk along the mountain road. The road in Huangshan was rugged, but the beautiful scenery on both sides made people forget their fatigue. They first came to the famous Welcoming Pine. This ancient pine tree stood tall on the edge of the cliff, stretching out its branches and leaves, as if welcoming every tourist.

"Wow, this Welcoming Pine is so spectacular! It is worthy of being the iconic attraction of Huangshan." Huang Pengfei couldn't help but exclaimed.

Li Xiao was also impressed by the Welcoming Pine's momentum. "Yes, this pine tree has witnessed many changes over the years, and it is still so vibrant."

They took photos in front of the Welcoming Pine and continued on their way. Along the way, they saw many strange-shaped stones, some of which looked like fairies playing the piano, and some of which looked like a dream pen producing flowers. Each stone seemed to be telling a beautiful story.

"These stones are so amazing. The wonders of nature are truly amazing." Huang Pengfei exclaimed as he walked.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Yes, the beautiful scenery of Huangshan is a precious gift given to us by nature."

Before they knew it, it was noon and they came to a restaurant on the mountain, ready to taste the special food of Huangshan.

"I heard that Huangshan's hairy tofu and Huangshan stewed pigeon are very famous. We must try them," said Huang Pengfei.

Soon, the hairy tofu and Huangshan stewed pigeon were served. The hairy tofu was covered with a layer of white fluff, which looked a bit scary, but after taking a bite, it was delicious and had a unique taste. The Huangshan stewed pigeon was tender and the soup was delicious.

"Well, this hairy tofu tastes really good. Although it looks weird, it tastes very fragrant." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

Li Xiao also praised the Huangshan stewed pigeon: "The pigeon is very tasty and the soup is delicious."

After eating and drinking, they continued to visit the beautiful scenery of Huangshan Mountain. They came to Guangmingding, the second highest peak of Huangshan Mountain, which overlooks the magnificent scenery of the entire Huangshan Mountain.

"Wow, the scenery here is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but exclaimed as he stood on Guangmingding, looking at the sea of ​​clouds and mountains in the distance.

Li Xiao was also intoxicated by the beautiful scenery in front of him, "Yes, standing here, I feel like I am in a fairyland."

After coming down from Guangmingding, they went to watch the sunset of Huangshan. The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the peaks, covering the entire Huangshan with a layer of golden coat.

"This sunset is so beautiful, I don't know what words to use to describe it." Huang Pengfei looked at the sunset, his eyes full of intoxication.

Li Xiao also quietly appreciated the beautiful scenery, his heart filled with emotion.

At night, they stayed in a hotel on the mountain. Although the conditions were relatively simple, it was a unique experience to be able to stay at the top of Huangshan Mountain for a night.

"Today was so fulfilling. I saw so many beautiful scenery." Huang Pengfei lay on the bed, recalling his experiences of the day.

Li Xiao also smiled and said, "Yes, the beauty of Huangshan is unforgettable. Let's go see other attractions tomorrow."

The next morning, they got up early to watch the sunrise of Huangshan. When the sun slowly rose from the horizon, the whole Huangshan was illuminated. The golden sunlight sprinkled on the mountain peaks, and the sea of ​​clouds became more colorful under the sunlight.

"This sunrise is so beautiful! I feel my soul is purified." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao was also shocked by the beautiful sunrise. "Yes, the sunrise in Huangshan is one of the most beautiful paintings of nature."

After watching the sunrise, they went to Lotus Peak and Tiandu Peak. These two peaks are the main peaks of Huangshan Mountain and are very steep. They climbed along the steep mountain road. Although they were very tired, they felt the fun of challenging themselves.

"Old Li, this mountain road is too dangerous! But after climbing up, I feel a real sense of accomplishment." Huang Pengfei said, panting.

Li Xiao was also sweating profusely, but his face was filled with a satisfied smile: "Yes, it feels great to challenge myself."

After coming down from the mountain, they bought some Huangshan specialties, such as Huangshan tea, Huangshan sesame cakes, etc.

"These specialties are very unique and can be brought back for relatives and friends to try," said Huang Pengfei.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Okay, let them also feel the charm of Huangshan."

After coming down from Huangshan, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei rushed to their next destination, the ancient city of Xi'an. As soon as they set foot on this ancient land, they were surrounded by a strong historical atmosphere.

"Old Li, Xi'an is the ancient capital of 13 dynasties. There must be many interesting places." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, Xi'an has a rich historical and cultural heritage. We can experience it this time."

They first came to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a landmark building in Xi'an. This ancient pagoda is towering into the clouds and magnificent. They walked into the Big Wild Goose Pagoda scenic area and admired the exquisite architecture and garden landscape.

"This Big Wild Goose Pagoda is so spectacular! I heard that Master Xuanzang translated Buddhist scriptures here." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

Li Xiao nodded and responded: "Yes, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda witnessed the glory of the Tang Dynasty and the prosperity of Buddhism. It has very important historical value."

They climbed up the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and overlooked the beautiful scenery of the entire XA city. The ancient city wall in the distance was majestic and magnificent, and the streets nearby were busy with traffic, making people feel the fusion of the ancient and modern of this city.

"Look, that's the ancient city wall. Let's go over there and take a look." Li Xiao said, pointing to the city wall in the distance.

After coming down from the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, they came to the ancient city wall of Xi'an. This city wall is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient city walls in China. They rented two bicycles and rode along the city wall, feeling the weight of history.

"This city wall is so long! I feel like I can never ride the whole way." Huang Pengfei said with a smile.

Li Xiao was also shocked by the grandeur of the city wall: "Yes, this city wall has witnessed the historical changes of Xi'an and is a precious asset of our Chinese nation."

After riding the city wall, they came to Muslim Street to taste Xi'an's special food. It was very lively here, and the aroma of various delicacies filled the air.

"Wow, here we have mutton soup with steamed buns, roujiamo, cold noodles...all of which are Xi'an's specialties!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

They found a time-honored mutton soup steamed bun restaurant and sat down to taste this famous delicacy. The mutton soup steamed bun has a rich flavor, the steamed bun is chewy, and the mutton is tender and juicy, which makes people linger.