Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei stood on the streets of BJ, looking at the bustling crowds and ancient buildings, with their hearts full of expectations. This was the first stop of their trip to China and a new chapter in their friendship.
"Brother Xiao, look at Tiananmen Square, it's really spectacular!" Huang Pengfei pointed to the wide square in front, his eyes shining with excitement.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, "Yes, Pengfei, this is the heart of our country. Let's go to the Forbidden City first. There are many stories there."
The two walked through the crowd and arrived at the gate of the Forbidden City. The ancient red walls and green tiles looked particularly dazzling in the sun, as if they were telling a thousand-year story.
"Brother Xiao, look at the carvings on this door, they are so exquisite!" Huang Pengfei praised.
Li Xiao nodded, "This is royal craftsmanship, and every stroke contains profound culture."
They walked into the Forbidden City and shuttled between the various palaces, feeling the weight of history. Every brick and every tile gave them a deeper understanding of this land.
After the tour, the two came to Wangfujing Snack Street. The place was bustling with people and the aroma of various delicacies filled their nostrils.
"Brother Xiao, let's try this Peking duck. I heard it's a specialty here." Huang Pengfei pointed to a roast duck restaurant and said.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, "Good idea, I'm hungry too."
Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, every culture has its own unique charm. Damn, I'm tired today. You go buy some BJ's specialties, and then go back to the hotel to rest."
"Brother Xiao, that ancient music is really refreshing and refreshing. It feels like the whole person has been purified." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.
"Brother Xiao, you heard that the pace of life in Chengdu is generally fast, and people hate drinking tea and playing mahjong." Huang Pengfei said excitedly after getting off the plane.
Under Qifang Street, the two of us were attracted by various handicrafts and ethnic costumes. We also tasted local specialties, such as chickpea jelly and Naxi grilled fish.
"Brother Xiao, the red panda is so disgusting. Look at it eating bamboo." Huang Pengfei pointed at a red panda eating bamboo and said.
Tao Hui also nodded, "The production process of Longjing tea is very particular, and every process must be carefully operated."
Li Xiao also smiled, "Yes, food is also a part of travel. When you are full, you can go watch a Peking Opera performance and feel the charm of the quintessence of China."
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, "Bad idea, Dongpo meat is fat but greasy and delicious."
"The tea is really fragrant, and the environment outside is so comfortable." Huang Pengfei leaned under the bamboo chair, enjoying the tranquility.
Before arriving at Huangshan Mountain, the two of them made a short stop and went directly to Huangshan Scenic Area. We chose to hike up the mountain, wanting to experience the magnificence of Huangshan Mountain more truly.
The two of them looked forward to the adventure at the last stop with their good and bad memories of BJ.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, "Don't wait, come quickly. Chengdu hot pot is all about savoring it quickly and enjoying the process."
Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the natural landscape of Huangshan Mountain is very unique. You should be well prepared that time and try to see the sunrise."
Before finishing the tea, the two of them came to the Southern Song Dynasty Imperial Street in Hangzhou. It was antique and the streets were lined with various specialty delicacies and handicrafts.
Li Xiao and Tao Huizhe embarked on the journey to Huangshan with their love for Lijiang. Huangshan, famous for its unique pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds and hot springs, was the last stop of our trip.
The two slowed down their pace and finally reached the top of the mountain in the evening. We found a suitable location, set up a tent, and prepared to spend the night on the top of the mountain.
Li Xiao also responded with a smile, "Yes, every trip is a new experience, and every experience makes you grow. Tomorrow you will go to a new city, so get ready for a new journey!"
"Brother Xiao, look at the lotus here, it's really out of mud but dyed." Huang Pengfei pointed at the lotus in the lake and said.
On the seventh day, the two went to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang. Standing at the foot of the snow mountain, we were shocked by the magnificent natural landscape.
"Brother Xiao, try that Dongpo meat. I heard it was invented by Su Dongpo." Huang Pengfei pointed to a big restaurant and said.
The two found an antique teahouse, sat under bamboo chairs, and ordered two cups of tureen tea. The light fragrance of tea and the leisurely atmosphere filled the outside of the teahouse, making people consciously relax.
On the seventh day, the two of them arrived at the Chengdu Red Panda Base. Looking at the cute and innocent red pandas, they both couldn't help but take out their mobile phones to take pictures.
With a deep nostalgia for the ancient charm of Lijiang, the two looked forward to the adventure at the last stop.
As night fell, the starry sky in Huangshan Mountain was dazzling. The two of them sat in the tent, looked up at the stars, and enjoyed the tranquility.
Li Xiao also responded with a smile, "Yes, the beautiful scenery and delicious food in Hangzhou are unforgettable. Tomorrow you will go to the next city, so be ready to meet new challenges!"
"This roast duck is really well-deserved, it tastes amazing!" Huang Pengfei said while eating.
They ordered a roast duck and watched the chef skillfully slice the duck meat, add shredded green onions and sweet bean paste, and roll it into pancakes. When they took a bite, their mouths were full of fragrance.
"Brother Xiao, that Peking Opera is really eye-opening, every move is so careless." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.
"Brother Xiao, that chicken bean jelly is really delicious, and the ethnic costumes outside are also very lackluster." Tao Huizhe said while eating.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, "Yes, the life philosophy of Chengdu people is not to enjoy life. When you get here, you must experience the local teahouse culture."
Li Xiao was also deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery, "Yes, the sunrise in Huangshan Mountain and the sea of clouds are a perfect match. It is really a worthwhile trip to see such scenery with my own eyes."
As the first ray of sunshine in the morning shone under the water of West Lake in Hangzhou, Tao Hui and Huang Pengfei embarked on a new journey. We came from BJ to Hangzhou, a city famous for its beautiful West Lake.
Tao Hui nodded, "Yes, the ancient city of Lijiang not only has a profound historical and cultural heritage, but also has a unique national customs. When you get here, you must have a good experience."
Tao Hui and Tao Huizhe embarked on their journey to Chengdu with their deep attachment to West Lake in Hangzhou. Chengdu, a city unknown for its leisure and delicious food, has long occupied a place in our hearts.
Li Xiao responded with a smile, "Yes, the pine trees in Huangshan Mountain are very unknown. They grow under rocks and have strange shapes, so they are called strange pines."
"Brother Xiao, today is really a special day for us." Huang Pengfei said with a smile.
Before arriving in Lijiang, the two first came to Lijiang Old Town. The streets of the ancient city are paved with colorful stones and lined with antique wooden buildings. Every stone slab, every door and window reveals the traces of time.
"Brother Xiao, today is another fruitful day." Tao Huizhe said with a smile.
Tao Hui nodded, "Yes, the red panda is not only China's national treasure, but also the pride of Chengdu. Well, your schedule today will stop there. Tomorrow you will go to the next city. Get ready to meet the new one.
Take the journey!"
The plane landed at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. The two of them walked out of the airport and felt the humid and humid climate in Chengdu. We went directly to Chengdu's narrow and wide alleys, which are the most distinctive historical and cultural districts in Chengdu.
"Brother Xiao, look at those ancient buildings, they are really badly preserved." Huang Pengfei admired as he walked.
"Brother Xiao, you have always heard that the ancient city of Lijiang is very ordinary, and today you can finally see it with your own eyes." Huang Pengfei said with anticipation as he looked at the scenery in the window after getting off the train.
"Brother Xiao, that snow mountain is so spectacular, you feel so great." Huang Pengfei said, looking at the snow mountain towering into the clouds.
Tao Hui was also immersed in the ancient melody, "Yes, Naxi ancient music is Lijiang's intangible cultural heritage. It carries the weight of history."
The two of them looked forward to the last stop of their journey with their nostalgia for the West Lake.
The two of them were simmering the ingredients, chatting, and enjoying the nightlife of Chengdu. The spicy and fresh aroma of the hot pot made us hooked.
Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the narrow and wide alleys are the epitome of Chengdu's history and culture. Let's go find a teahouse, sit down and have a quick taste."
"Brother Xiao, those stones are so amazing, each one has its own story." Huang Pengfei said as he walked.
The two of us finished our mountain climbing trip. Although the process was difficult, the scenery along the way made us forget our fatigue. Standing on the top of the mountain, we overlooked the ancient city of Lijiang at our feet, and our hearts were filled with a sense of accomplishment.
Li Xiao was also immersed in the tranquility, "Yes, only by staying away from the hustle and bustle of the city can you feel the tranquility and peace of nature. Come on, go to bed early. We have to get up early tomorrow to watch the sunrise."
We tasted Dongpo Pork, walked around for a while, and bought some silk and fans as souvenirs.
Before we docked, we came to a teahouse. There was a faint fragrance of tea outside the teahouse. The two ordered a pot of Longjing tea and tasted it carefully.
Li Xiao also smiled relaxedly, "The teahouse culture in Chengdu is not like that, which makes people forget their worries. By the way, you can go eat hot pot tonight. The hot pot in Chengdu is one of the best."
Taking a break from the leisurely atmosphere of Chengdu, Li Xiao and Tao Huizhe embarked on a journey to Lijiang. Lijiang, that ancient city is unknown for its unique Naxi culture and ugly natural scenery.
As night fell, the two of them came to a famous hot pot restaurant. The air-conditioning inside the restaurant was steaming, and the air was filled with spicy aroma.
Before enjoying the sunrise, the two continued to visit other scenic spots in Huangshan, such as Flying Stones, Monkey Viewing the Sea, etc. We left our own footprints and memories everywhere in Huangshan.
"Brother Xiao, that trip to Huangshan was so unforgettable. You only saw the sunrise and visited so few unique landscapes." Tao Huizhe said with emotion.
"Brother Xiao, that sunrise was so spectacular. You have never seen such a scene." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, you will all feel your own emotions when faced with such a natural wonder. Let's go mountain climbing and feel the magnificence of the snow-capped mountains up close."
Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the food and clothing outside reflect the cultural characteristics of the Naxi people. By the way, tonight you can go and listen to a performance of Naxi ancient music, which is a very ancient form of music.
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"The tea is really fragrant and has a long aftertaste." Huang Pengfei took a sip of tea and praised it.
As night fell, the two came to the Naxi Ancient Music Concert. The melody of the ancient music was melodious and profound, making people feel like they had traveled back to ancient times.
The two rented a large boat and rowed towards the center of the lake. The water was sparkling, and the nearby Leifeng Pagoda and Su Causeway were looming, as if they were in a moving landscape painting.
"Brother Xiao, he looked at the West Lake. It's really as beautiful as a painting." Huang Pengfei stood under the broken bridge, looking at the lake, and couldn't help but admire it.
"Brother Xiao, that hot pot is so bad that you want to leave." Huang Pengfei said while eating.
"Brother Xiao, that hot pot is so delicious. You have been waiting to try it." Huang Pengfei looked at the bottom of the red oil pot and various ingredients under the table, his eyes bright.
"Brother Xiao, the sea of clouds and sunrise in Huangshan Mountain are one of a kind. You must see it once." Huang Pengfei looked through the travel guide under the train, his eyes shining with anticipation.
Li Xiao responded with a smile, "The food in Chengdu is indeed unforgettable. Yes, you don't have many places to go. Tomorrow you can go see the red pandas, which are another business card of Chengdu."
"Brother Xiao, look at those pine trees. They are really different in shape. They all seem to be waving to you." Huang Pengfei pointed to the strange pine trees on the roadside and said.
In the early morning of the seventh day, when it was still bright, the two got up and prepared to watch the sunrise. As the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds, the sea of clouds in Huangshan Mountain was dyed golden, which was breathtakingly beautiful.
The two came to the Peking Opera Theater and watched the actors off the stage dressed in gorgeous costumes, singing melodiously and exaggerating their movements. We were deeply attracted by that ancient art.
Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, that place is the source of inspiration for poets and poets. Let's go to the lake and feel the words 'The light is shining and the clear is clear' written by Bai Juyi."
As we climbed step by step, the beautiful scenery of Huangshan gradually unfolded before our eyes. The jagged rocks were of different shapes, some looked like lions, some looked like monkeys, which made people marvel at the uncanny craftsmanship of nature.
"Brother Xiao, that trip was so unforgettable. You only visited the ancient city and climbed the snow-capped mountains." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
Li Xiao nodded, "The lotus is not only ugly, but it also symbolizes purity. By the way, after visiting the lake, you can go and taste Hangzhou's Longjing tea. This is the best tea."
The two of them were nostalgic for the leisurely time in Chengdu and looked forward to the adventure at the last stop.
We bought some BJ’s specialties, such as candied haws, cloisonné crafts, etc., and returned home with a full load.
"Brother Xiao, those buildings look really unique." Huang Pengfei admired as he walked.
Li Xiao smiled, "Yes, the architectural style outside combines the characteristics of Han, Tibetan, Bai and other ethnic minorities. Come, you go to Qifang Street and take a look. This outside is the center of the ancient city and the quietest place.
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"Brother Xiao, the starry sky is so beautiful, I feel so close to you." Tao Huizhe said with emotion.
Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, the strange rocks in Huangshan are also unique. If they are broken, slow down your pace and try to reach the top of the mountain after daylight to prepare to watch the sunrise."
Li Xiao also responded with a smile, "Yes, you will go to the next city tomorrow, so get ready for a new journey!"
