Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

"Wow, the West Lake is so beautiful! Look at the water, it's so clear." Huang Pengfei couldn't help but exclaimed.

"Well, the beauty of West Lake lies not only in its natural scenery, but also in the historical and cultural heritage it contains," said Li Xiao.

They strolled along the lake, admiring the beautiful scenery of West Lake. From time to time, cruise ships passed by on the lake, creating ripples. The pavilions and towers by the lake were scattered in an orderly manner, with an antique style.

"Look, is that tower the Leifeng Pagoda?" Huang Pengfei asked, pointing to a tower in the distance.

"Yes, that is Leifeng Pagoda. Legend has it that White Snake was trapped underneath." Li Xiao replied.

They came to the foot of Leifeng Pagoda, looked up at this ancient pagoda, and felt its historical vicissitudes. After reconstruction, Leifeng Pagoda is more magnificent. They walked into the pagoda and visited various cultural relics and exhibitions.

"The story of Leifeng Pagoda is really touching. The love story of White Snake and Xu Xian is moving," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, this story also reflects the romance and warmth of Hangzhou," said Li Xiao.

After leaving Leifeng Pagoda, they came to Su Causeway. Su Causeway was built by Su Shi, a writer in the Northern Song Dynasty, when he was the governor of Hangzhou. The dredged silt was used to build the causeway, and it has evolved over the generations. Willows are swaying on the causeway, peach blossoms are in full bloom, and the scenery is picturesque.

"This Su Causeway is so beautiful! Walking on it makes me feel relaxed." said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, Su Shi left a lot of valuable cultural heritage for Hangzhou. This Su Causeway is one of his masterpieces," said Li Xiao.

They strolled along the Su Causeway, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the West Lake. The lake was sparkling, and birds flew by from time to time. The mountains in the distance looked even more beautiful under the setting sun.

After visiting West Lake, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry, so they came to a local restaurant to taste the delicious food of Hangzhou.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our West Lake vinegar fish, Longjing shrimp, and beggar's chicken are all very good, and are all local specialties."

"Okay, then give me one each." Li Xiao said.

Soon, all the dishes were served. The West Lake Vinegar Fish was bright red, tender, and sweet and sour. The Longjing Shrimp was light and refreshing, tender, and fragrant with tea leaves. The Beggar Chicken was fragrant, tender, and juicy.

"Wow, this tastes so good." Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

"It's really delicious. Hangzhou's cuisine is really unique." Li Xiao also nodded and praised.

After dinner, they went to watch a Yue Opera performance. The venue was packed with people, and on the stage, actors dressed in gorgeous costumes performed wonderful Yue Opera programs.

"This Yue Opera performance was really wonderful. It allowed us to feel the cultural charm of Hangzhou," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, Yue Opera is a local opera in Hangzhou and it is very distinctive. The performances of these actors are also very professional," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to the local specialty store, which was filled with a variety of specialties, including West Lake Longjing tea, silk, fans, etc.

"Old Li, what local specialties do you think we should buy back?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think we can buy some West Lake Longjing tea and give it to the elders. It's a specialty of Hangzhou and very famous," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, then let's buy West Lake Longjing." Huang Pengfei said.

They picked some West Lake Longjing tea, paid for it, and prepared to leave Hangzhou and head to the next attraction.

"Hangzhou is so beautiful and unforgettable," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, we are deeply impressed by the scenery, food and culture of Hangzhou. Where should we go next?" said Li Xiao.

"Why don't we go to Xiamen? I heard the beach there is very beautiful." Huang Pengfei said.

"Okay, then let's go to Xiamen." Li Xiao said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to the beautiful coastal city of Xiamen with expectations for a new journey. As soon as they got off the train, the sea breeze with a light salty taste blew in their faces.

"Old Li, the air in Xiamen smells like the sea." Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and said excitedly.

Li Xiao looked at the blue sea and sky in the distance and responded, "Yes, there must be a lot of beautiful scenery waiting for us to discover. Let's go and visit the scenic spots first."

They first came to Gulang Island. They took the ferry to Gulang Island, and looked at the exotic buildings getting closer and closer, their hearts were full of anticipation. As soon as they set foot on Gulang Island, it was as if they had entered a fairy tale world.

"Wow, the buildings here are so beautiful! Look at that little red building, it's so distinctive." Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a European-style building.

"Well, there are many buildings of different styles on Gulangyu Island, which integrate the cultural characteristics of China and the West," said Li Xiao.

They walked through the alleys of Gulangyu Island, admiring the ancient buildings and beautiful gardens. From time to time, melodious piano sounds came from a corner, intoxicating them.

"Do you think there are many people here who can play the piano?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.

"Gulangyu is known as the 'Piano Island'. It is said that many families here have pianos, and many excellent musicians have been trained here," Li Xiao replied.

They came to Sunlight Rock. Standing on the top of Sunlight Rock, they could overlook the beautiful scenery of Gulangyu Island and Xiamen, and the vast sea, prosperous city and beautiful islands were all in sight.

"Wow, the scenery is so beautiful! Look at the sea, it's so blue that it's intoxicating." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

"Yes, the scenery here is really unforgettable." Li Xiao said.

After coming down from Gulangyu, they came to Nanputuo Temple. The temple was filled with smoke and looked solemn and dignified. They visited the temple and felt the profoundness of Buddhist culture.

"This Nanputuo Temple is so spectacular! These buildings are very distinctive," said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, Nanputuo Temple is one of the famous attractions in Xiamen, attracting many tourists and believers to visit and worship." Li Xiao said.

After visiting the scenic spots, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry, so they came to a local restaurant to taste Xiamen's delicacies.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our shacha noodles, earthworm jelly, and roasted pork dumplings are all very good, and are all local specialties."

"Okay, then give me one each." Li Xiao said.

Soon, all the dishes were served. The shacha noodles were fragrant, the noodles were chewy, and the soup was rich. The earthworm jelly was smooth and delicious with the special sauce. The roasted pork dumplings were soft and delicious, with rich and varied fillings.

"Wow, this tastes so good." Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

"It's really delicious. Xiamen's cuisine is very unique." Li Xiao also nodded and praised.

After dinner, they went to watch a Minnan puppet show. The venue was full of spectators, and on the stage, the actors manipulated small and exquisite puppets to perform wonderful stories.

"This glove puppet show is really interesting, and the puppets are so cute," said Huang Pengfei. "Yes, this is Xiamen's traditional folk art, and it's very distinctive," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a local specialty store, which was filled with a variety of specialties, including Gulangyu pies, lacquer thread sculptures, and dried seafood.

"Old Li, what local specialties do you think we should buy back?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think I can buy some Gulangyu pies and take them back for my friends to try. This is a specialty of Xiamen and very famous," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, then let's buy Gulangyu pies." Huang Pengfei said.

They picked some Gulangyu pies, paid the bill, and prepared to leave Xiamen and head to the next attraction.

"Xiamen is so beautiful that people don't want to leave," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, the scenery, food and culture here have left a deep impression on us. Where should we go next?" Li Xiao said.

"Why don't we go to Sanya? I heard the beaches there are particularly beautiful." Huang Pengfei said.

"Okay, then let's go to Sanya." Li Xiao said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei embarked on a journey to Sanya with nostalgia for Xiamen. When they set foot on the land of Sanya, the scorching sun and warm sea breeze instantly surrounded them.

"Old Li, it's really hot in Sanya, but the sea breeze feels so comfortable." Huang Pengfei said while wiping the sweat off his face.

Li Xiao looked at the blue sea in the distance and responded, "Yes, the climate and scenery here are very different from the previous place. Let's go to the beach first."

They arrived at Yalong Bay Beach. The white and fine sand sparkled under the sunshine, and the clear waters came in waves. In the distance, the sea and the sky met, which was a beautiful sight.

"Wow, this beach is so beautiful! Look at the sand, it's so fine." Huang Pengfei ran excitedly on the beach.

"Well, Yalong Bay is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sanya, and the scenery here is really intoxicating." Li Xiao said.

They strolled on the beach, feeling the waves and the breeze. From time to time, tourists swam and surfed in the sea, and their laughter echoed throughout the beach.

"What do you think about us going for a swim in the sea?" Huang Pengfei said eagerly.

"Okay, but you have to be careful." Li Xiao said.

They put on their swimsuits and jumped into the sea. The cool water made them feel refreshed and they played in the sea to their heart's content.

After leaving the beach, they came to the Nanshan Cultural Tourism Area, where there is a magnificent statue of Nanhai Guanyin, which is 108 meters high and solemn.

"Wow, this statue of Guanyin of the South China Sea is so spectacular! Look at the details on it, it is so beautifully carved." Huang Pengfei exclaimed as he looked up at the statue of Guanyin of the South China Sea.

"Yes, this Guanyin statue is not only a beautiful scenery, but also contains profound Buddhist culture." Li Xiao said.

They visited the tourist area and learned about the profoundness of Buddhist culture.

After visiting the scenic spots, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry, so they came to a local restaurant to taste the food of Sanya.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our coconut chicken, qingbuliang, and baoluo noodles are all very good, and they are all local specialties."

"Okay, then give me one each." Li Xiao said.

Soon, all the dishes were served. The coconut chicken was fragrant, the chicken was tender and juicy, and the soup was delicious. The Qingbuliang was refreshing and refreshing, with a variety of fruits, beans and nuts, rich in nutrition. The Baoluo noodles had a smooth texture and a rich soup.

"Wow, this tastes so good." Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

"It's really delicious. Sanya's food is very unique." Li Xiao also nodded and praised.

After dinner, they watched a Li ethnic group song and dance performance. The performance venue was full of spectators, and on the stage, actors dressed in traditional Li ethnic costumes performed wonderful song and dance programs.

"The Li ethnic group's songs and dances are really beautiful, and their costumes are very distinctive, too," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, this is the ethnic minority culture of Sanya, it is worth seeing." Li Xiao said.

After the performance, they came to the local specialty store, which was filled with a variety of specialties, including coconut products, pearl jewelry, and dried tropical fruits.

"Old Li, what local specialties do you think we should buy back?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think I can buy some coconut products and bring them back for my family to try. This is a specialty of Sanya and is very unique," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, then let's buy coconut products." Huang Pengfei said.

They picked out some coconut products such as coconut candy and coconut powder. After paying, they prepared to leave Sanya and head to the next attraction.

"Sanya is so beautiful and unforgettable," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, the scenery, food and culture here have left a deep impression on us. Where should we go next?" Li Xiao said.

"Why don't we go to Kunming? I heard it's spring-like all year round there and the scenery is beautiful," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, then let's go to Kunming." Li Xiao said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set out from Sanya and headed for Kunming, where the weather is like spring all year round. When they set foot on this land, the mild climate and fresh air made them feel very comfortable.

"Old Li, Kunming is really different. The air feels like it's filled with the scent of flowers." Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and said excitedly.

Li Xiao looked at the lush scenery around him and responded, "Yes, the climate here is pleasant and very suitable for traveling. Let's go to Dianchi Lake first."

They came to the edge of Dianchi Lake, the vast lake was sparkling, and the West Mountain in the distance was like a sleeping beauty. There were many tourists feeding seagulls by the lake, and those cute elves were flying in the air, forming a beautiful picture.

"Wow, Dianchi Lake is so beautiful! Look at those seagulls, so cute." Huang Pengfei took out his camera and kept taking pictures.

"Well, Dianchi Lake is one of Kunming's iconic attractions, and the scenery here is truly intoxicating," said Li Xiao.

They strolled along the lake, admiring the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. From time to time, a breeze blew, bringing bursts of flower fragrance.

"Why is the water in Dianchi Lake so blue?" Huang Pengfei became curious.

"Maybe it's because the ecological environment here is good and the water is clear." Li Xiao guessed. (End of this chapter)