Li Xiao and Man Yue stood on Tiananmen Square in BJ. The early morning sun shone on them, giving this ancient city a golden coat. They are avid fans of Chinese travel, and this time they chose
A travel route that runs through the heart of China, from north to south, from east to west, to experience China's diverse culture and magnificent mountains and rivers.
"Brother Xiao, look at the gate of the Forbidden City. Does it feel like traveling through time and space?" Man Yue pointed to the gate of the Forbidden City in front of him, his eyes shining with excitement.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded, his eyes also attracted by the magnificent building: "Indeed, every time I come to the Forbidden City, I feel an indescribable shock. Come on, let's go in and take a look."
They passed through the Meridian Gate and walked into the place where the emperor once lived and handled government affairs. The sunlight filtered through the ancient trees and dappled the stone road, seeming to tell the vicissitudes of history.
"Brother Xiao, look at the dragon chair over there, it's so domineering!" Man Yue pointed to the dragon chair in the center of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, his eyes full of curiosity.
Li Xiao smiled softly. He knew that Man Yue was always curious about these historical relics: "That is the throne of the emperor, symbolizing the supreme power. Come, let's go to the Treasure Hall. The cultural relics there are even more exquisite."
They strolled through the treasure hall, admiring various gold and silver vessels, jades, calligraphy and paintings and other precious cultural relics. Man Yue exclaimed from time to time, while Li Xiao patiently explained to her the historical background and artistic value of each cultural relic.
"Brother Xiao, look at this jade pendant, it's really beautiful!" Man Yue pointed to a delicate jade pendant with a look of envy in his eyes.
Li Xiao nodded lightly: "Yes, these cultural relics are the crystallization of the wisdom and skills of the ancients. Each one has its own unique story."
After visiting the Forbidden City, they went to a nearby time-honored restaurant and tasted BJ's roast duck and noodles with soy sauce. The aroma of the food filled the air, making people salivate.
"This roast duck is really crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it tastes amazing!" Man Yue praised while eating.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, BJ's food is also outstanding. We will go to many places in the future, and each place has its own special food."
After dinner, they watched a Peking Opera performance. They were deeply impressed by the gorgeous costumes and superb performance skills.
"Brother Xiao, this Peking Opera is so exciting, I want to learn it." Man Yue said excitedly.
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Okay, after our trip is over, we can find a Peking Opera class to study."
After purchasing some souvenirs from the Forbidden City, they ended their day and prepared to head to their next destination.
"Brother Xiao, where should we go next?" Man Yue asked expectantly.
Li Xiao: "Next stop, we will go to a picturesque place with the most beautiful landscapes in China."
With expectations of the unknown, they embarked on a journey to the next attraction, and China, this ancient and vibrant land, was waiting for them to explore and discover.
As the train slowly pulled into Suzhou Station, a picture of a water town in the south of the Yangtze River unfolded before Li Xiao and Man Yue. Suzhou, a city famous for its gardens, attracts countless tourists with its unique charm.
"Brother Xiao, look at those small bridges and flowing water, they are really as beautiful as paintings." Man Yue pointed to the scenery outside the window, his eyes full of expectation.
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, Suzhou's gardens are even more unique. Let's go to the Humble Administrator's Garden today."
The Humble Administrator's Garden, as one of the largest gardens in Suzhou, is world-famous for its exquisite layout and rich cultural connotations. When they walked through the simple garden gate, they seemed to have stepped into a peaceful world.
"Brother Xiao, look at the rockery in this garden, it's really ingenious." Man Yue stopped in front of a rockery and was filled with admiration.
Li Xiao nodded: "These rockeries were carefully designed by the ancients, and each place contains profound meaning. Look at the pavilion over there, we can go there to have a rest."
They sat in the pavilion, enjoying the breeze and watching the lotus flowers on the lake swaying in the wind, as if they were in a dynamic ink painting.
"Brother Xiao, the lotus flowers here are so beautiful. I want to take some photos." Man Yue took out his mobile phone and began to capture this beautiful moment.
Li Xiao also took out his camera. He likes to use the lens to record every bit of the journey: "Here, I will take a few pictures for you, and you can pose."
They took photos of each other and left many wonderful memories. Later, they continued to visit other scenic spots in the park, such as Xiao Feihong, Yuanxiang Hall, etc., and they were fascinated by every place.
"Brother Xiao, look at the teahouse over there. How about we try Suzhou's Biluochun?" Man Yue suggested.
Li Xiao readily agreed: "What a great idea. Biluochun is a specialty of Suzhou, of course we have to try it."
They tasted the authentic Biluochun in the teahouse, and the fresh tea fragrance made them feel relaxed and happy.
"This tea is really fragrant. After drinking it, I feel refreshed." Man Yue praised.
Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Suzhou's tea culture is also a major feature. Our trip was really fruitful."
After visiting the Humble Administrator's Garden, they went to Pingjiang Road in Suzhou, where the ancient streets, small bridges, and flowing water formed a typical Jiangnan water town scene. They tasted various Suzhou snacks on the ancient streets, such as squirrel cinnamon
Fish, sugar porridge, etc., every bite is the ultimate temptation for the taste buds.
"Brother Xiao, this sugar porridge is sweet but not greasy. It's so delicious." Man Yue said with satisfaction while eating.
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Suzhou's food, like its gardens, is endlessly memorable."
As night fell, they put up wishing lanterns by the river on Pingjiang Road. Watching the lights drifting with the waves, they made good wishes for the future.
"Brother Xiao, do you think our wish will come true?" Man Yue looked at the wishing lantern in the river, his eyes flashing with expectation.
Li Xiao smiled softly: "As long as we work hard, I believe everything will come true."
They ended their day's trip in the Suzhou night, filled with nostalgia for the city and expectations for the next stop.
As the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds in the morning, Li Xiao and Man Yue stood at the foot of Huangshan Mountain, looking up at this magnificent peak known as "the most amazing mountain in the world". Huangshan Mountain is famous for its strange pines and strange rocks.
, the sea of clouds and the hot springs are world-famous, and they are about to embark on a journey to explore the natural wonders.
"Brother Xiao, look at that mountain peak. It's really high. Can we really climb it?" Man Yue looked up at the towering mountain peak, with both expectation and a little worry in his eyes.
Li Xiao patted her shoulder encouragingly: "Of course, we have prepared enough equipment. As long as you follow me, you will be fine."
They began to walk slowly along the hiking trail, and were amazed by the strange pines and rocks along the way. Each pine tree had a different shape, some were like dragons, some were like phoenixes, and some were like immortals guiding the way.
People have to admire the uncanny craftsmanship of nature.
"Brother Xiao, look at that pine tree, why does it grow on such a steep rock?" Man Yue pointed to a pine tree growing on the edge of the cliff and asked curiously.
Li Xiao explained: "This is the magic of Huangshan pines. They can survive in harsh environments and show their tenacious vitality."
As they continued to climb, the sea of clouds gradually appeared in their field of vision. The dreamlike sea of clouds sometimes rolled and sometimes calmed down, as if it were an endless ocean.
"Brother Xiao, this sea of clouds is so beautiful, like a fairyland." Man Yue excitedly took out his camera and kept taking pictures.
Li Xiao was also immersed in the beautiful scenery: "Yes, the sea of clouds in Huangshan Mountain is a masterpiece of nature. We are really lucky to be able to see such a scene with our own eyes."
They finally reached the top of the mountain, standing on the top of the light, with a panoramic view of the surrounding scenery. They seemed to be standing on the top of the world, and all their worries disappeared with the wind.
"Brother Xiao, look at the sunset over there, it's really beautiful." Man Yue pointed to the sun that was sinking in the distance, tears of excitement flashing in his eyes.
Li Xiao held her hand tightly: "Yes, at this moment, all the hard work is worth it."
They set up a tent on the top of the mountain and prepared to spend an unforgettable night on Mount Huangshan. At night in Mount Huangshan, the starry sky was bright and the Milky Way was clearly visible. They lay in the tent and quietly admired the beautiful starry sky.
"Brother Xiao, look at those stars, they are really bright." Man Yue pointed at the stars in the sky, his eyes full of curiosity.
Li Xiao replied softly: "Yes, the starry sky here does not have the light pollution of the city, so the stars look very bright. Look at the brightest star, it is the North Star."
They shared each other's stories under the starry sky and gradually fell asleep until late at night.
The next morning, they watched the spectacular sunrise on the top of the mountain. The red sun slowly rose from the sea of clouds, dyeing the entire sky golden.
"Brother Xiao, this sunrise is so shocking, I feel like my soul has been purified." Man Yue said with emotion.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, the sunrise in Huangshan Mountain is a gift from nature. I am really happy to be able to welcome a new day here."
They enjoyed a simple breakfast on the top of the mountain and then began to descend. Although the road down the mountain was equally difficult, they felt extremely relaxed because they knew that they had gained an unforgettable experience.
"Brother Xiao, where are we going to next?" Man Yue asked expectantly.
Li Xiao: "Next stop, we will go to a mysterious place with one of the oldest cultures in the world."
With curiosity about the unknown and awe of nature, they embarked on a journey to their next destination, and the sea of clouds and sunrise in Huangshan Mountain will become memories in their hearts forever.
As the train slowly pulled into Xi'an Station, a picture of the ancient capital unfolded before Li Xiao and Man Yue's eyes. Xi'an, an ancient city with thousands of years of history, attracts the world with its profound cultural heritage and rich historical relics.
Tourists from all over.
"Brother Xiao, look at those city walls, they are really spectacular!" Man Yue pointed to the ancient city walls outside the window, his eyes filled with wonder.
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, Xi'an's ancient city wall is one of the most complete ancient city walls in China. Let's go for a walk on it today."
They climbed up the city wall along the stone steps, and every brick and stone under their feet seemed to tell the vicissitudes of history. On the city wall, tourists rode or strolled, enjoying this unique historical experience.
"Brother Xiao, look at the Bell Tower and Drum Tower over there, they are really impressive." Man Yue pointed at the ancient buildings in the distance, his eyes shining with curiosity.
Li Xiao nodded: "That is a landmark building in Xi'an. The bell tower and drum tower were used to tell time in ancient times, and now they have become symbols of Xi'an."
They walked along the city wall, admiring the scenery inside and outside the city wall. Inside the city wall were antique buildings, and outside the city wall was the modern urban landscape. This scene of the blending of ancient and modern people was filled with emotion.
"Brother Xiao, look at those cyclists, how about we rent one too?" Man Yue suggested.
Li Xiao readily agreed: "What a great idea. You can enjoy the scenery of the city wall better by riding a bicycle."
They rented two bicycles and started riding on the city wall. The breeze was blowing and the sun was just right. They seemed to have traveled through time and space, returning to an era when carriages, horses and mail were all slow.
"Brother Xiao, look at the snack street over there, let's go try Xi'an snacks!" Man Yue pointed to a lively street under the city wall, his eyes full of anticipation.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Of course, Xi'an's snacks are one of a kind, how could we miss them."
They descended the city wall and came to Huimin Street. Here, there are a variety of Xi'an specialty snacks, such as Roujiamo, Liangpi, mutton steamed buns, etc., which are mouth-watering.
"Brother Xiao, this Roujiamo is really delicious, the meat is juicy and tender." Man Yue praised while eating.
Li Xiao also enjoyed the delicious food: "Yes, the snacks in Xi'an are really unique, each one has its own unique flavor."
After eating and drinking, they went to another major attraction in Xi'an - the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Standing in front of these historical relics thousands of years ago, they were deeply shocked.
"Brother Xiao, look at these terracotta warriors and horses. Each one is so lifelike. It's really hard to imagine how the ancients did it." Man Yue sighed.
Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses are treasures of ancient Chinese sculpture art. They bear witness to the glory of a great empire."
They lingered in the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum until the closing time approached, and then reluctantly left.
"Brother Xiao, today's trip was really exciting. I feel like I learned a lot of historical knowledge." Man Yue said with emotion.
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, that's what traveling is like. Not only can you appreciate the beautiful scenery, but you can also increase your knowledge."
They ended their day's trip in the night of Xi'an, filled with nostalgia for the city and expectations for the next stop.
"Brother Xiao, where are we going to next?" Man Yue asked expectantly.
Li Xiao: "Next stop, we will go to a place full of natural wonders, where there are some of the most beautiful mountains and rivers in China."
With awe of history and yearning for nature, they embarked on a journey to their next destination, and Xi'an's ancient city walls and terracotta warriors and horses will become eternal memories in their hearts.
