They passed through the bustling crowd and arrived in front of the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City. The sun shone on this ancient building, making it so resplendent that people could not help but stand in awe.
"Look at the Meridian Gate, it's so majestic and magnificent!" Zhang Yue exclaimed.
"Yes, this is the essence of ancient Chinese architecture." Li Xiao responded, with awe of history shining in his eyes.
Huang Xu took out his camera and kept taking pictures of the surrounding scenes, hoping to freeze this beautiful moment forever.
Entering the Forbidden City, they seemed to have traveled through time and space and returned to that glorious dynasty. The red walls and green tiles, the magnificent palace, each brick and tile revealed the weight of history.
"Look, the palace over there seems to be the Qianqing Palace." Zhang Yue pointed to the front and said.
"Yes, that's where the emperor handles government affairs." Li Xiao explained, "Let's go over and have a look."
When they arrived at the Qianqing Palace, they saw that the palace was magnificent and the stone lions in front of the door were majestic and majestic, as if they were guarding the secrets of the palace.
"The carvings here are really exquisite." Huang Xu admired, gently touching the stone lion carvings with his fingers.
"Yes, these carvings are the hard work of craftsmen." Li Xiao said with emotion.
They continued on and visited the Taihe Hall, Zhonghe Hall, Baohe Hall and other palaces. Each place had its own unique story and history. They seemed to be able to feel those ancient years and hear the echoes of history.
"Brother Xiao, look at the imperial garden over there, it's really beautiful." Zhang Yue pointed to a garden in the distance and said.
"Yeah, let's go over there and take a rest." Li Xiao suggested.
The three of them came to the Imperial Garden, which was lined with trees, flowers and plants, small bridges and flowing water, and pavilions and pavilions, just like a fairyland on earth.
They sat down in a pavilion and enjoyed the moment of tranquility.
"What do you think the ancient emperors thought about when they walked here?" Zhang Yue asked curiously.
"Maybe they will think about national affairs, and maybe they will also appreciate this beautiful scenery." Li Xiao guessed.
"I think they may feel lonely. After all, with greater power comes greater responsibility." Huang Xu pondered.
The three of them were chatting freely in the imperial garden, enjoying this rare quiet time.
As time passed, they reluctantly left the Forbidden City, but their hearts were filled with awe of history and love for culture.
"This trip to the Forbidden City was so meaningful. It allowed me to understand our country's history and culture better." Zhang Yue said with emotion.
"Yes, our motherland is really broad and profound. You can learn something new every time you travel." Li Xiao responded.
Huang Xu said with a smile: "I think the biggest gain from this trip is that I can explore history and share feelings with you."
The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with longing and expectations for the future. They knew that this trip was just the beginning, and there were more wonderful stories waiting for them to write in their lives.
In this way, Li Xiao and his friends' journey to China continues, their footsteps never stop, and their stories never end.
As the trip to the Forbidden City came to an end, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu decided to continue their journey of exploration. The next stop was another cultural symbol of BJ - the Summer Palace.
The Summer Palace, once a royal garden, is famous for its magnificent architecture and beautiful natural landscape. They took the subway and passed through the busy city of Beijing to this peaceful oasis.
"The scenery here is so beautiful and refreshing." Zhang Yue praised as he walked.
"Yes, the landscape and architecture of the Summer Palace are perfectly integrated, giving people a sense of tranquility and harmony." Li Xiao responded.
They first came to Kunming Lake. The lake surface was wide and the waves were calm. The Wanshou Mountain in the distance was reflected in the lake, like a moving picture.
"Look, the seventeen-hole bridge over there is really spectacular." Huang Xu said, pointing to a long bridge on the lake.
"Let's go for a walk on the bridge and feel it." Li Xiao suggested.
They followed the path by the lake and came to the Seventeen-hole Bridge. The stone lions on the bridge were of various shapes and lifelike. The lake water under the bridge was crystal clear, and fish were swimming freely in the water.
"The stone lions here are so exquisitely carved, each one has its own expression and story." Zhang Yue praised.
"Yes, these details all reflect the exquisite skills of ancient craftsmen." Li Xiao added.
After walking through the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, they came to the promenade at the foot of Wanshou Mountain. The promenade is winding and winding, with exquisite murals painted on both sides, telling the history and legends of ancient China.
"The murals here are so rich, each one has its own story." Huang Xu said while admiring it.
"Yes, these murals are one of the treasures of the Summer Palace." Li Xiao explained.
As they walked along the corridor, they seemed to have traveled through time and space and returned to that ancient era. The characters in the murals were lifelike and the stories were fascinating, giving them a deeper understanding of ancient Chinese culture.
As the sun gradually set in the west, they arrived at the Buddhist Incense Pavilion. Located at the highest point of Wanshou Mountain, the Buddhist Incense Pavilion is one of the landmark buildings of the Summer Palace.
"Standing here, you can have a panoramic view of the entire Summer Palace. It's so beautiful." Zhang Yue sighed.
"Yes, the view here is broad and makes people feel comfortable." Li Xiao also said with emotion.
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"This trip to the Summer Palace was really unforgettable. It not only allowed us to appreciate the beautiful natural scenery, but also gave us a deeper understanding of ancient Chinese culture." Huang Xu said with emotion.
"Yes, every trip allows us to learn new things and experience different cultures." Li Xiao responded.
"I think the biggest gain from this trip is that I can explore and grow together with you." Zhang Yue said with a smile.
The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with longing and expectations for the future. They knew that this trip was just the beginning, and there were more wonderful stories waiting for them to write in their lives.
As night fell, they reluctantly left the Summer Palace, but their footsteps never stopped and their story never ended.
With the tour of the Summer Palace over, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu decided to continue their BJ tour. The next stop was another historical landmark of BJ - the Temple of Heaven.
The Temple of Heaven, which was once a place where emperors worshiped heaven and prayed for crops, is famous for its magnificent architecture and profound cultural significance. They took a bus and walked through the streets and alleys of BJ to this sacred place.
"The buildings here are really solemn and sacred." Zhang Yue praised as he walked.
"Yes, every brick and tile in the Temple of Heaven carries the weight of history." Li Xiao responded.
They first came to the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, which is the main building of the Temple of Heaven and the place where the emperor worshiped heaven. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests towers into the clouds and is surrounded by green ancient trees, making it look particularly solemn and solemn.
"Look, the roof of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is paved with blue glazed tiles. It's so beautiful." Huang Xu said, pointing to the roof.
"Yes, this blue symbolizes the sky and represents the communication between the emperor and the sky." Li Xiao explained.
They walked into the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and saw that the hall was gorgeously decorated, with an altar for worshiping heaven placed in the center, and exquisite murals painted on the surrounding walls, describing the rituals and significance of worshiping heaven.
"The murals here are so exquisite, each one is lifelike." Zhang Yue praised.
"Yes, these murals are the hard work of ancient craftsmen, reflecting their reverence for gods and pursuit of art." Li Xiao added.
Then, they came to the Echo Wall. The Echo Wall is another famous attraction in the Temple of Heaven, famous for its unique acoustic effects.
"Have you heard of the legend of the Echo Wall?" Huang Xu asked curiously.
"I've heard of it. It's said that when you speak here, your voice will reverberate between the walls, creating a magical echo effect." Li Xiao replied.
"Then let's give it a try." Zhang Yue suggested.
So, the three of them stood in different positions of the echo wall and spoke softly. Sure enough, they heard each other's voices echoing through the walls, creating a wonderful echo effect.
"It's so amazing. Ancient architects were so smart." Huang Xu sighed.
"Yes, this is not only a masterpiece of architectural art, but also a miracle of acoustic technology." Li Xiao added.
As the sun gradually set in the west, they came to the Circular Qiu. The Circular Qiu is another important building in the Temple of Heaven, where the emperor prayed for grain. The Circular Qiu is round in shape and surrounded by white railings, which makes it look particularly sacred.
"Standing on the circular hill, it seems that you can feel the piety and solemnity of the emperor when he prayed for grain." Zhang Yue said with emotion.
"Yes, everything here is full of history and awe-inspiring." Li Xiao responded.
They stopped on the circular hill for a long time, feeling the sacredness and solemnity.
"This trip to the Temple of Heaven was really unforgettable. Not only did we appreciate the magnificent architecture, but we also felt the profound culture." Huang Xu said with emotion.
"Yes, every trip allows us to learn new things and experience different cultures." Li Xiao responded.
"I think the biggest gain from this trip is that I can explore and grow together with you." Zhang Yue said with a smile.
The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with longing and expectations for the future. They knew that this trip was just the beginning, and there were more wonderful stories waiting for them to write in their lives.
As night fell, they reluctantly left the Temple of Heaven, but their footsteps never stopped and their stories never ended.
With the tour of the Temple of Heaven over, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu decided to go to Beihai Park, another famous attraction in BJ, to continue their cultural exploration journey.
Beihai Park, a historic royal garden, is famous for its lakes, mountains and classical architecture. They walked through the bustling streets and arrived at this peaceful paradise.
"The lake here is really as calm as a mirror, reflecting the surrounding scenery. It's so beautiful that it's intoxicating." Zhang Yue said with admiration.
"Yes, the beauty of Beihai Park lies in its tranquility and harmony." Li Xiao responded.
They strolled along the path around the lake, admiring the lotus flowers in the lake and the white pagoda in the distance. A few ducks cruised leisurely on the lake, adding a bit of vitality.
"Look, the White Tower over there is really spectacular. It is the landmark building of Beihai Park." Huang Xu said, pointing to the White Tower in the distance.
"Let's go and have a look at the White Tower. We can also climb the tower to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Beihai Park." Li Xiao suggested.
They came to the foot of the White Tower and looked up at the towering building. The White Tower was surrounded by green trees and blooming flowers, giving people a sense of peace and tranquility.
"The environment here is really great, the air is fresh and the scenery is pleasant." Zhang Yue took a deep breath and enjoyed the fresh air here.
"Yes, this is a good place to relax and enjoy nature." Li Xiao added.
They climbed up the stone steps step by step and finally climbed to the White Tower. Standing on the tower, they had a panoramic view of the entire Beihai Park, which was refreshing and refreshing.
"Looking from here, Beihai Park is so beautiful. Every place looks like a carefully arranged picture scroll." Huang Xu sighed.
"Yes, the scenery and architecture here embody the essence of ancient Chinese garden art." Li Xiao responded.
They stayed on the white tower for a while, enjoying the tranquility and beautiful scenery. Then, they continued along the lake and came to an antique pavilion.
"The pavilion here has a classic charm. We can take a rest here and chat by the way." Zhang Yue suggested.
The three of them sat down in the pavilion, surrounded by lush trees and blooming flowers, with the chirping of birds in their ears. Everything seemed so harmonious and peaceful.
"This trip is so meaningful. It not only allowed us to appreciate the beautiful natural scenery, but also gave us a deeper understanding of China's history and culture." Huang Xu said with emotion.
"Yes, every trip allows us to learn new things and experience different cultures." Li Xiao responded.
"I think the biggest gain from this trip is that I can explore and grow together with you." Zhang Yue said with a smile.
The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with longing and expectations for the future. They knew that this trip was just the beginning, and there were more wonderful stories waiting for them to write in their lives.
As night fell, they reluctantly left Beihai Park, but their footsteps never stopped and their story never ended.
