The air near the Pavilion at the center of the lake was fresh and pleasant. Friends walked along the lakeside path and enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the sparkling lake. The stone bridges and rockeries in the Lion Grove looked particularly magnificent in the sunshine, as if a picture scroll appeared before their eyes.
They found a spacious and comfortable pavilion near the Lake Pavilion, sat down to rest, and continued to exchange interesting stories about their journey.
"This trip to the Lion Forest was so wonderful!" Li Xiao said excitedly, his eyes filled with satisfaction and joy.
"Yes, not only did I taste Suzhou's traditional food, but I also experienced the unique charm of the Lion Forest. The scenery and atmosphere here are really intoxicating." A friend praised.
Everyone nodded and shared their feelings and experiences in the Lion Forest. Some talked about the architectural style of the Huxin Pavilion, some talked about the conversation with the tour guide Xiaoyu, and some shared the pleasant mood while walking by the lake.
Laughter and joy continued to echo in the pavilion. They encouraged each other, shared each other's joy and touch, and beautiful memories were engraved in each other's hearts.
Gradually, the sun sets and the sky becomes dark. They know that this beautiful moment is coming to an end, but the memories left in their hearts will be treasured forever.
Standing up, the friends hugged each other again, expressing their gratitude and respect for each other.
"Thank you for this wonderful trip to the Lion Forest, thank you all for your company and laughter. Our friendship will always be as strong and beautiful as the beauty of the Lion Forest!" Li Xiao said with emotion.
Friends responded in unison, their hearts filled with blessings for friendship and beautiful memories.
Finally, they slowly left the Huxin Pavilion and embarked on the journey home. But the lion forest, the taste of delicious food, and the happy time spent with friends will remain in their hearts forever.
Li Xiao and his friends left the Lion Forest happily and started their next destination - Nanjing Confucius Temple. Confucius Temple is an important symbol of Nanjing's history and culture and one of the well-known attractions that tourists like to visit.
They took public transportation to the vicinity of Confucius Temple, admiring the city scenery of Nanjing along the way. When they arrived at Confucius Temple, it was already afternoon, and the crowds were bustling and lively.
The architecture in Confucius Temple is simple and elegant, and the towering archway is inlaid with golden calligraphy, showing a strong historical atmosphere. They crossed the archway and entered the main entrance of Confucius Temple.
As soon as they entered the door, they felt the unique charm of Confucius Temple. The alleys were filled with various food stalls and souvenir shops, and the fragrant aroma and dazzling array of products attracted their attention.
The friends tasted local specialty snacks while exploring every corner of the Confucius Temple. They visited the historical buildings of the Confucius Temple and learned about the culture and stories.
In the cultural square of Confucius Temple, they also witnessed a wonderful traditional performance. Dance, acrobatics, music and other programs were performed in turn, which made the audience cheer.
“Confucius Temple is really a place full of vitality and culture!” Friends exclaimed.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, and they continued to walk in the Confucius Temple, admiring the ancient architecture and traditional culture. They entered a teahouse and sat down to taste the famous local tea.
In the teahouse, they listened to the tea master's explanation and learned about the types of tea, the production process and the techniques of tea tasting. They personally experienced the process of making tea and savored the aftertaste of the tea aroma.
The time spent visiting Confucius Temple passed quickly, but the beautiful memories left in their hearts will last forever. They took photos of each other to record this precious moment of exploring Nanjing with their friends.
Li Xiao and his friends happily came to Yangzhou Geyuan. This famous garden attraction is full of strong ancient charm and artistic atmosphere. They strolled on the stone paths, and the scenery in the garden was refreshing.
Li Xiao and his friends came to an exquisite pavilion. The pavilion was surrounded by various flowers and plants, and the fragrant aroma filled their nostrils. There was a food stall in the pavilion, and the owner was busy preparing Yangzhou's traditional delicacies.
Li Xiao walked up to the shopkeeper curiously and asked him about the signature food here. The shopkeeper explained enthusiastically: "The most famous food here is Yangzhou fried rice, which is fried with selected glutinous rice and various fresh vegetables.
It tastes soft and glutinous, with good color and aroma. We also have Yangzhou lion head, which is made from lean pork and special seasonings. The meat is fresh and tender, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It is one of Yangzhou's traditional famous dishes."
Li Xiao's friends listened with gusto and expressed their desire to try Yangzhou's unique delicacies. They ordered several portions of fried rice and lion heads, looking forward to the taste of these delicacies.
When the dishes were served, Li Xiao and his friends couldn't help but marvel at their appearance. The fried rice was colorful, with various tones of red, yellow, green and so on, and looked very attractive. The lion head was golden in appearance.
Crispy and tender on the inside, it looks like a group of cute little lions when placed on the plate.
Li Xiao picked up his chopsticks, picked up a mouthful of fried rice and put it into his mouth. He immediately felt the fragrant glutinous rice and the refreshing taste of various vegetables. He couldn't help but exclaimed: "This fried rice is so delicious, every bite is full of Yangzhou's flavor."
Flavor!”
Then, he took a bite of the lion's head and was instantly conquered by the tenderness of the meat and the taste of spices. He nodded with satisfaction and said to the shop owner: "This lion's head is simply delicious!!"
The shop owner responded with a smile: "Thank you for the compliment! Our lion head is made using traditional cooking methods. First, we choose lean pork and chop it carefully to maintain the tenderness of the meat. Then,
We added some special seasonings, such as onions, ginger, garlic and soy sauce, to make the taste of the lion's head more intense. Finally, the lion's head is slowly fried in oil until golden and crispy, making it crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Li Xiao sighed: "It turns out that so many details and craftsmanship are required to make such a delicious lion head. Your hard work can really make people feel the unique flavor of Yangzhou."
The owner said with a smile: "Yangzhou's food is rich and diverse, and every dish contains the inheritance of history and culture. If you want to try other specialties, I can recommend some Yangzhou classic dishes to you."
Li Xiao and his friends were full of interest and expressed their desire to try more Yangzhou delicacies. The owner enthusiastically introduced Yangzhou’s crab roe lion head, stir-fried beans, Yangzhou fried noodles and other special dishes. Each dish was mouth-watering.
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Li Xiao and her friends tasted the dishes recommended by the shop owner, and they were hooked on every dish. They chatted freely with the shop owner about the origins and preparation methods of these delicacies, and gained many interesting stories and knowledge.
While enjoying the delicious food, Li Xiao and his friends also discovered the charm of Yangzhou. They enjoyed playing in Yangzhou Garden, admiring the exquisite garden landscape and feeling the strong cultural atmosphere.
Li Xiao decided to record his travel experience and what he saw and heard for the purpose of writing online novels in the future. He hopes to convey the charm of Yangzhou’s food and culture to more people through words, so that more people can
People can also experience this unique beauty.
Li Xiao and her friends spent a pleasant day in Yangzhou Geyuan.
Before leaving Yangzhou Geyuan, Li Xiao decided to explore other attractions in Yangzhou. They came to another famous attraction in Yangzhou - Slender West Lake.
Slender West Lake is located in the southwest of YZ City. It is a beautiful combination of lakes and gardens. The lake is crystal clear and the surrounding mountains are hidden in the clouds and mist, giving people a fairyland-like feeling.
Li Xiao and his friends walked along the lakeside, admiring the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. The lake water was rippled, and the gentle breeze blew on the cheeks, which was refreshing.
They came to a teahouse by the lake. There was a spacious terrace outside the teahouse, overlooking the lake. Li Xiao found a comfortable seat to sit down and ordered a pot of fragrant Longjing tea.
The atmosphere in the teahouse was peaceful, and Li Xiao felt the tranquil beauty of the lakes and mountains. He put down his tea cup and said to the friends sitting next to him: "It is really a pleasure to taste tea in such an environment. The lakes and mountains complement each other and the fragrant tea leaves make it seem like
Friends nodded in agreement, and they were intoxicated by the peaceful beauty. The waiter in the teahouse introduced them to local snacks and snacks, and Li Xiao and his friends decided to try some.
They tasted Yangzhou's characteristic pastries - Slender West Lake cake, Lotus cake, and some unique snacks such as crystal dumplings and fried eel fillets. Each snack has its own unique flavor and is endlessly memorable.
While Li Xiao was tasting the delicious food, he also chatted with the owner of the teahouse. The owner told him the story of Slender West Lake and the local customs and customs. Li Xiao listened, with curiosity shining in his eyes.
The scenery outside the teahouse attracted Li Xiao, and he decided to continue exploring the scenery of Slender West Lake. They rented a small boat and rowed on the lake, feeling the breeze and the tranquility of the lake. The boat slowly rowed across the lake, and the water rippled.
It reflects the quaint garden buildings and reflections on the lake shore.
The lake water is clear and transparent, and you can see fish playing in the water. Li Xiao and his friends enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains, and also found some unique handicraft spots by the lake, displaying Yangzhou's traditional handicrafts.
They docked and walked into the handicraft spot, which displayed a variety of exquisite Yangzhou characteristic handicrafts. From lacquerware and embroidery to wood carvings and paper-cutting, each work showed Yangzhou's unique craft tradition and exquisite skills.
Li Xiao was particularly attracted to a piece of lacquerware. Its surface was painted with fine flower and bird patterns, and the colors were gorgeous and delicate. He curiously asked the shop owner about the production process of this lacquerware.
The shop owner smiled and explained: "This piece of lacquerware is made through multiple processes. First, we use a special wooden tire to apply multiple layers of lacquer on it. After many times of drying and polishing, the surface of the lacquerware is smooth and solid.
.Then, we use delicate brushes to draw exquisite patterns of flowers and birds, and embellish them with gold foil, adding a sense of gorgeousness. Finally, we go through a series of polishing and painting processes to achieve the perfect lacquerware effect."
Li Xiao praised: "This is really a superb craft, and every detail reflects the craftsman's care and skill. This lacquerware not only has practical value, but is also a work of art."
Friends were also deeply attracted by these handicrafts. They purchased some handicrafts with Yangzhou characteristics, hoping to take them home as souvenirs of their trip. Li Xiao and his friends decided to go to Wuxi to explore the famous tourist attraction-
—Taihu Lake. They look forward to feeling the tranquility and beauty of nature on the banks of Taihu Lake.
After arriving at Taihu Lake, Li Xiao and his friends first came to a famous viewing spot - Yuantouzhu. Yuantouzhu is a small and beautiful island located in Taihu Lake. They took a ferry to the island and were greeted by the scenery of the lake and mountains.
The freshness of the wind.
There are exquisite pavilions and beautiful gardens on the island, which is like a fairyland on earth. Li Xiao and his friends strolled along the winding paths and enjoyed the charming scenery of lakes and mountains.
Taihu Lake is a place where lakes and mountains are intertwined, and it is rich in natural resources. Li Xiao and his friends decided to rent a cruise ship and roam the Taihu Lake.
They were boating on the lake, far away from the hustle and bustle, and only heard the sound of the lake water lapping against the boat and the gentle whisper of the breeze. The water of Taihu Lake was as blue as jade, and the surface of the lake was sparkling, which was intoxicating.
Not far away, the famous three mountains of Taihu Lake - Longshan, Tiger Hill and Wushan - towered above the lake. Li Xiao and his friends decided to visit Tiger Hill.
Tiger Hill is the most famous of the three mountains in Taihu Lake and one of the iconic attractions in Wuxi. There is an ancient temple on the mountain - Liangxi Temple, which houses a statue of the famous ancient scholar Su Dongpo.
Climbing Tiger Hill, Li Xiao and his friends overlooked the beautiful scenery of Taihu Lake. The lake was sparkling and the mountains were rolling, like a magnificent picture unfolding before their eyes.
Amidst the beautiful scenery of Taihu Lake, Li Xiao and his friends also tasted local specialties. They tried Wuxi's traditional delicacies such as Xiao Long Bao, meat rice dumplings and fish head tofu soup. Each dish exuded an attractive aroma.
