Li Xiao got up early in the morning and planned to visit Pingyao Ancient City, an ancient city in SX Province of Xia Kingdom.
He got on a local bus and enjoyed the beautiful scenery along the way.
Finally, he arrived at the ancient city of Pingyao. The bricks and tiles of the ancient city were primitive, as if he had traveled back in time hundreds of years ago.
Li Xiao walked on the streets of Pingyao Ancient City and saw ancient buildings, spreading ancient culture and history.
He felt the strong cultural atmosphere and profound historical heritage here, as if he had returned to the ancient Xia Kingdom.
He saw some old people sitting next to the city wall, drinking tea and chatting together. He walked over and asked: "Hello, is there anything worth seeing here?"
The resident smiled and replied: "I am a local here. I think Pingyao Ancient City is not only a historical and cultural heritage for me, but also a way of life and attitude. We have lived here since we were young.
We have absorbed the culture and traditions here and experienced the lifestyle here, so we are also doing our best to protect and inherit this city."
Li Xiao was deeply touched when he heard this. He felt that this was a precious cultural wealth that was worthy of being felt and learned by people all over the world.
He walked through the streets of the ancient city and saw many ancient buildings, including city walls, temples, streets, etc., each of which was filled with a strong historical atmosphere.
He found a special person on the street, an old man selling snacks on the street. His face was full of wrinkles and he looked very kind. Li Xiao stepped forward and asked: "Uncle, the snacks here are very good.
Eat, did you make it yourself?"
The old man nodded and said: "Yes, I have been learning to make these snacks since I was young, and it has been decades now. These snacks are not only our Pingyao specialties, but also our cultural heritage. I have been
Work hard to pass them on and carry them forward.”
Li Xiao felt the old man's persistence and perseverance. He felt that these snacks were not only a kind of food, but also a kind of culture and tradition that deserved to be passed down from generation to generation.
He tasted the snacks made by the old man, and the aroma in his mouth reminded him of the taste of his childhood. He felt the inheritance of time and culture, and also felt the connection and emotion between people.
Li Xiao approached the temple and found a sign at the door that said "Guanyin Pavilion in the Ancient City". He walked up the stone steps and saw a small and exquisite pavilion. In the pavilion, there was smoke and many people were worshiping and praying.
He walked up to a worshiper and asked curiously: "Is there anything special about the Guanyin Bodhisattva here?" The worshiper smiled at him and said: "The Bodhisattva in this Guanyin Pavilion is enshrined to protect the entire Pingyao.
The gods of the ancient city, many tourists come here to pray for safety and security."
Li Xiao sighed: "Every corner of the ancient city has profound cultural heritage and historical relics. It's really awe-inspiring."
Li Xiao walked into the city and saw many antique buildings, including mansions, ancestral halls, inns, etc. He said to a local resident: "This ancient city is so beautiful. How many years old are these ancient buildings?"
Woolen cloth?"
The resident smiled and replied: "Some of these buildings are hundreds of years old, and some are hundreds of years old. The ancient city of Pingyao was once a commercial and financial center in the history of Xia Kingdom. Many rich and powerful businessmen were here."
Residences and ancestral halls were built here to show their status and wealth."
Li Xiao was very interested after hearing this, so he asked the resident about some scenic spots in the ancient city, including city walls, ancient streets, Guanyin Hall, etc. He said: "I really want to know about the history and culture of this ancient city. You
Can you take me for a ride?"
Li Xiao and the resident walked slowly along the streets of the ancient city. They first came to an ancient temple. There were some offerings in front of the temple, and the incense was still very strong. The statues of gods in the temple were shining with gold and hung on the walls.
With various paintings, people can feel the profound cultural heritage.
"This is a very historical temple, and some buildings are hundreds of years old." The resident explained to Li Xiao.
After listening to his introduction, Li Xiao couldn't help but become more interested in the history and culture here.
Then, they came to some time-honored shops in the ancient city, which are usually inherited by families.
Li Xiao tasted the delicacies in front of him with great interest, feeling the uniqueness of Shanxi flavor. He especially liked the hot bowl of tofu puffs. The smooth texture and rich bean aroma made him take one bite after another.
The owner of the shop saw that he was eating with gusto, so he came over and started chatting with him.
"Are you a foreigner? It's your first time coming to Pingyao Ancient City?" the boss asked.
"Yes, I am very interested in the history and culture here, so I came here specifically to visit." Li Xiao replied.
"You are right. This place has a long history and culture, as well as rich snacks. The tofu puff you just tasted is made from our family's ancestral recipe and has a history of hundreds of years." The boss smiled.
introduced.
"Wow, that's amazing!" Li Xiao exclaimed, "How many generations has your family been in business?"
"Counting me in, we are already the fifth generation." The boss said proudly.
"Then are all your other snacks with such historical origins?" Li Xiao continued to ask.
"Yes, our snacks are made using methods that have been passed down for hundreds of years, and the taste is very authentic. If you are interested, you can try other snacks." The boss enthusiastically invited.
"Okay, I will definitely come and taste it again." Li Xiao said happily.
Li Xiao and the boss continued to chat, exchanging their understanding and feelings about the history and culture of the ancient city. Their conversation also attracted the interest of other tourists, and some people also walked into the shop, tasted the food here, and communicated with the boss
Feelings about the ancient city.
“The snacks here have been passed down orally for generations and are still preserved today,” the resident told Li Xiao.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! They also climbed the city wall, which is one of the most representative buildings in the ancient city. There are majestic towers and eagle-horned cannons on the city wall, and you can still see the surroundings in the distance
The beauty of the mountains. Standing on the city wall, Li Xiao felt the history and cultural heritage of the ancient city.
"In ancient times, the city wall was the last line of defense to protect the city. Now, the city wall has become the landmark building of the ancient city." The resident introduced to Li Xiao.
At noon, Li Xiao had dinner with the resident in a small restaurant. He asked the resident: "Are you a local from Pingyao? What do you think this ancient city means to you?"
The resident smiled and replied: "I am a local here. I think Pingyao Ancient City is not only a historical and cultural heritage for me, but also a way of life and attitude. We have lived here since we were young.
We have absorbed the culture and traditions here and experienced the lifestyle here, so we are also trying our best to pass on this way and attitude to let more people understand and like the ancient city of Pingyao."
After listening to the residents' answers, Li Xiao deeply felt the unique charm of this place. He chatted with the residents for a while, learned some about the historical and cultural background of the ancient city, and then started walking around the ancient city.
The ancient city of Pingyao is located in the middle of SX Province and has a history of more than 2,500 years. The entire ancient city is surrounded by high walls, with quaint buildings, spacious streets and unique cultural heritage. Li Xiao admired the beautiful scenery of the ancient city while walking and listened to
The tour guide explains and takes photos from time to time.
When the old man saw Li Xiao coming, he immediately greeted him with a smile: "Young man, have you taken a fancy to these handicrafts of mine? These are the specialties of our ancient city of Pingyao, and they are all made by me myself."
Li Xiao also smiled: "Yes, these things are very beautiful. I would like to know how you made them."
The old man frowned and muttered in a low voice: "This is not an easy task."
Li Xiao quickly asked: "Why?"
The old man shook his head: "Making these handicrafts requires a lot of time and energy, as well as a very high technical level. I have lived here since I was a child, so I have a deep knowledge and understanding of the culture and traditions here. I
We have always insisted on inheriting and promoting the skills of this handicraft, hoping to let more people understand and understand our Pingyao culture and history."
Li Xiao sighed: "You are really a very caring and responsible old man. I also like the culture and history here very much, so I want to buy some handicrafts made by you and take them home as a souvenir."
The old man nodded happily: "Okay, look at these, which ones do you like?"
Li Xiao carefully selected some handicrafts, including a pair of wood carvings, a plate of paper-cutting, a ceramic vase and a hand-embroidered scarf. He felt that these handicrafts were very exquisite and the production process was very unique, which was very consistent with his style.
taste.
The old man was very happy when he saw that Li Xiao had chosen these handicrafts: "You are such a discerning young man. These handicrafts are all made by me, and the quality is very reliable. I hope you can keep them well and always remember us."
Pingyao’s culture and history.”
Li Xiao thanked the old man for his guidance and production, and then took out his wallet to pay his fee. The old man smiled and said: "You are so polite young man. Your support and recognition are the greatest encouragement to me."
Li Xiao put away the handicrafts, said goodbye to the old man, and continued walking forward to explore other attractions in Pingyao Ancient City.
Li Xiao came to the Pingyao Museum, which is a very magnificent building composed of many ancient buildings, the most eye-catching of which is an ancient city tower. He walked into the museum and was attracted by the precious cultural relics and historical information inside.
In the first exhibition hall of the museum, he saw some cultural relics and photos, which were all about the history and culture of the ancient city of Pingyao. One of the photos caught his special attention, which was an ancient city planning map showing
The roads, buildings and other facilities of the ancient city of Pingyao at that time.
He continued to walk forward and came to the area displaying the commercial and handicraft products of Pingyao Ancient City. Many beautiful works of art were displayed here, such as ceramics, wood carvings, paper fans, etc. Li Xiao liked these handicrafts very much, and he was fascinated by every item on display.
Every item was carefully observed and photographed.
In the last exhibition hall of the museum, Li Xiao saw many historical relics and ancient furniture. One of the pieces of furniture was an ancient mahogany dressing table, which was very beautiful. He saw a tour guide explaining the function of this dressing table to other visitors.
History and characteristics.
Li Xiao stepped forward and asked, "What's so special about this dressing table?"
The tour guide replied: "This dressing table is very beautifully made, using the finest mahogany and Hainan huanghuali, as well as some lacquerware and carving decorations. It is a typical piece of Qing Dynasty furniture, mainly used for women's dressing.
.”
Li Xiao was very interested and continued to ask: "Then what is its value?"
The tour guide replied with a smile: "This dressing table is of high value. If it were to be sold, it might cost hundreds of thousands or even millions of yuan."
Li Xiao was surprised to hear this value. He felt that this dressing table was very precious and an important heritage of the Xia Kingdom's culture and history.
Finally, Li Xiao left the museum with a deep impression of the ancient city of Pingyao.
He said with emotion: "When I came to the ancient city of Pingyao, I seemed to have traveled back in time to ancient times and appreciated the style and culture of that era. This was an unforgettable trip."
On the way back to the hotel, Li Xiao also exchanged his thoughts and experiences with other tourists. Everyone was amazed by the beauty and historical depth of Pingyao Ancient City.
After Li Xiao returned to the hotel, he sat quietly on the bed, sorting out the photos taken today and the souvenirs he purchased. He recalled today's experience in the ancient city of Pingyao, and his heart was full of emotion and harvest.
He felt that he had benefited a lot. He not only gained a deeper understanding of the local history and culture, but also made friends with many hospitable locals, tasted authentic Shanxi cuisine, purchased exquisite handicrafts, and gained a lot.
The photos taken by Li Xiao record the beautiful scenery of the ancient city of Pingyao. Each photo has a strong historical flavor, recalling the prosperity of ancient times. The souvenirs he purchased, such as handicrafts, souvenirs, etc., also
It made his memories of this trip even more profound.
After finishing the arrangement, Li Xiao lay on the bed, quietly thinking about today's gains and experiences. He lamented his luck to be able to experience such a historical and cultural journey in person.
