Li Xiao stood in front of the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing, looking at the towering towers, feeling an inexplicable excitement in his heart. His friend Huang Pengfei patted him on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Brother Xiao, we are traveling through time."
Have you? The momentum of this Forbidden City is really shocking!"
Li Xiao nodded with a smile on his lips: "Pengfei, you are right. This Forbidden City is the imperial palace of China's Ming and Qing dynasties. It has witnessed so many historical events."
The two passed through the Meridian Gate and walked slowly along the central axis. The sunlight filtered through the ancient pines and cypresses and fell on the mottled stone road, as if telling a thousand-year story.
"Brother Xiao, look at the Hall of Supreme Harmony over there. I heard it's the place where the emperor held grand ceremonies." Huang Pengfei pointed to the magnificent building in front of him, with curiosity shining in his eyes.
"Yes, the Hall of Supreme Harmony is the center of the Forbidden City and one of the most spectacular buildings." Li Xiao explained as he walked, "Come on, let's go in and have a look."
The two walked into the Hall of Supreme Harmony and were shocked by the splendid decoration. Huang Pengfei couldn't help but admire: "This golden dragon throne is so domineering!"
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, but don't sit down, or you will be regarded as a traitor."
The two stayed in the Hall of Supreme Harmony for a long time, and then visited famous scenic spots such as the Qianqing Palace and the Jiaotai Palace. Every step they took, they could feel the weight of history.
"Brother Xiao, I'm hungry. Should we go get something to eat?" Huang Pengfei touched his stomach with a look of anticipation on his face.
"Good idea. I know there is a time-honored Beijing roast duck restaurant nearby. Let's go and try it." Li Xiao suggested.
The two left the Forbidden City and came to a roast duck restaurant. The aroma inside the restaurant was overflowing, making people salivate. They ordered a table of sumptuous dishes, including roast duck, noodles with soybean paste, bean paste and other Beijing specialties.
"This roast duck is really crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it tastes amazing!" Huang Pengfei gorged himself on it and was full of praise.
"Yes, the roast duck here is outstanding, please eat more." Li Xiao also ate with gusto.
After the meal, the two wandered in a nearby alley, admiring old BJ's customs. They also watched a wonderful Peking Opera performance and felt the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
"Brother Xiao, I'm so happy today. Not only did I visit the Forbidden City, I also tasted delicious food and watched Peking Opera." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
"Yes, this is the fun of traveling." Li Xiao said with a smile, "Tomorrow, let's go to the Great Wall and experience the feeling of 'if you don't visit the Great Wall, you are not a true man'."
Early the next morning, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei got up early and prepared to go to the Great Wall. They took the subway and arrived at the entrance of the Badaling Great Wall.
"Brother Xiao, this Great Wall is really spectacular!" Huang Pengfei stood at the foot of the Great Wall, looking up at the winding and undulating walls, and sighed.
"Yes, this is a world cultural heritage and a military defense project in ancient China." Li Xiao said as he started climbing.
The two walked up the city wall step by step, admiring the surrounding mountain scenery along the way. The masonry of the Great Wall looked particularly ancient and mysterious under the sunlight.
"Brother Xiao, look at the beacon tower over there. Is it used to convey military information in ancient times?" Huang Pengfei asked, pointing to a high tower not far away.
"Yes, the beacon tower was an important facility used to convey military information in ancient times." Li Xiao explained, "Once there is enemy information, soldiers will light the beacon fire to notify other beacon towers."
They continued to move forward, stopping from time to time to take photos. Every corner of the Great Wall was like a beautiful picture, making people forget to leave.
"Brother Xiao, I'm a little tired, let's take a rest." Huang Pengfei panted and sat on the city wall.
"Okay, let's rest here for a while." Li Xiao also sat down, and the two started chatting.
"You know, the Great Wall is not only the pride of China, but also a precious treasure of people around the world." Li Xiao said with emotion.
"Yes, I heard that many foreign tourists come here to visit every year." Huang Pengfei responded.
After resting, the two continued to move forward and finally arrived at Haohan Slope. Standing on Haohan Slope, they overlooked the Great Wall at their feet and felt filled with a sense of accomplishment.
"Brother Xiao, can we be considered heroes?" Huang Pengfei asked with a smile.
"Of course, we not only walked through the Great Wall, but also appreciated its magnificence." Li Xiao said proudly.
After coming down the mountain, they tasted local farm dishes at a nearby farmhouse. They were full of praise for the fresh vegetables and authentic farm cooking methods.
"This farm food is so delicious, even more delicious than restaurants in the city." Huang Pengfei said while eating.
"Yes, the ingredients here are all fresh and naturally taste good." Li Xiao also nodded with satisfaction.
After the meal, they also bought some local specialties, such as Great Wall souvenirs and some handicrafts.
"Brother Xiao, you have really gained a lot today." Huang Pengfei looked at the specialties in his hands and said with satisfaction.
"Yes, that's what traveling is all about, not only seeing the scenery, but also experiencing the local culture and life." Li Xiao said with a smile.
"Then where will we go next?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.
"Next stop, let's go to Xi'an to see the mystery of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses." Li Xiao smiled mysteriously.
The two looked at each other and smiled, filled with anticipation for the next stop.
Decay and change. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei stood at the entrance of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, their hearts full of expectations.
"Brother Xiao, these terracotta warriors and horses are the eighth wonder of the world!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
"Yes, this is the burial object of Qin Shihuang, which represents the pinnacle of ancient Chinese sculpture art." Li Xiao said as he led Huang Pengfei into the museum.
They first came to Pit No. 1. In front of them were rows of neatly arranged terracotta warriors and horses, with different shapes and lifelike shapes.
"Brother Xiao, look at these terracotta warriors and horses, each one has a different expression, it's really amazing!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed.
"Yes, these terracotta warriors and horses are all made according to life size, and each one has different facial features and expressions." Li Xiao explained, "This shows the superb skills of ancient craftsmen."
This chapter is not finished yet, please click the next page to continue reading the exciting content! The two stopped in front of Pit No. 1 for a long time, and then visited Pit No. 2 and Pit No. 3. Each pit brought them different experiences.
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"Brother Xiao, I heard that these terracotta warriors and horses were all colored when they were first unearthed?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.
"Yes, but due to oxidation, the color fades quickly." Li Xiao replied, "This is why the terracotta warriors and horses we see now are all earthy gray."
After visiting the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, the two bought some replicas of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses as souvenirs in the souvenir shop of the museum.
"Brother Xiao, these terracotta warriors and horses are so cool. I want to buy a few to give to my friends." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
"What a great idea. This is a unique gift." Li Xiao also picked a few.
Afterwards, they came to Xi'an's Muslim Street and tasted local specialties. Delicacies such as Roujiamo, Liangpi, and Mutton Soup were a feast for them.
"This Roujiamo is so delicious. The meat is fragrant but not greasy, and the bun is soft but not rotten." Huang Pengfei praised while eating.
"Yes, the snacks here are all authentic Xi'an flavor." Li Xiao also ate with gusto.
After the meal, they also watched a Qin Opera performance. The high-pitched and passionate singing and vivid performance made them feel the profound heritage of Shaanxi culture.
"Brother Xiao, this Qin Opera is so shocking, the sound goes straight into the sky." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.
"Yes, Qin Opera is one of the oldest operas in China and has a long history." Li Xiao responded.
After the day's trip, the two of them reviewed what they had seen and heard in the hotel room.
"Brother Xiao, today is really exciting. The mystery of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, the delicious food in Huimin Street, and the shock of Qin Opera, everything impressed me deeply." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.
"Yes, that's what traveling is all about, constant exploration and experience." Li Xiao said with a smile, "Tomorrow, we will go to Chengdu to see the pandas and hot pot there."
The two looked at each other and smiled, filled with anticipation for the next stop.
Chengdu, a leisurely city, is famous for its unique culture and food. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived at the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base early in the morning, looking forward to close contact with the national treasure giant panda.
"Brother Xiao, look at the red pandas over there, they are eating bamboo!" Huang Pengfei pointed at the panda cubs not far away and said excitedly.
"Yes, giant pandas eat bamboo as their staple food and eat a lot of bamboo in a day." Li Xiao explained with a smile, "Come on, let's go over and have a look."
The two approached the panda garden and saw a few giant pandas sitting or lying down, gnawing bamboo leisurely. Their naive appearance made people laugh.
"Brother Xiao, they are so cute when they eat bamboo!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but take out his mobile phone to take pictures.
"Indeed, giant pandas are an endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and a national treasure of China." Li Xiao said with emotion, "We must protect them well."
After visiting the panda park, the two chose some panda dolls and keychains as souvenirs in the souvenir shop at the base.
"Brother Xiao, these panda dolls are so cute, I want to take some back." Huang Pengfei touched the dolls fondly.
"What a great idea. This is a specialty of Chengdu." Li Xiao also picked a few.
Afterwards, they came to Kuanzhai Alley in Chengdu and tasted local specialty snacks. Chuanchuanxiang, Longchaoshou, Dandan noodles and other delicacies were a feast for them.
"This skewer of incense is really spicy, but it's so spicy!" Huang Pengfei said while wiping his sweat.
"Yes, Chengdu's snacks are famous for being spicy, but they are also very fragrant." Li Xiao also ate with gusto.
After the meal, they also watched a Sichuan Opera face-changing performance. The magical face-changing skills amazed them.
"Brother Xiao, this change of face is so amazing, I didn't even see clearly how he changed." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
"Yes, Sichuan Opera Face Changing is a treasure of Chinese opera and has a long history." Li Xiao responded.
After the day's trip, the two of them reviewed what they had seen and heard in the hotel room.
"Brother Xiao, today is so exciting. The cuteness of the giant pandas, the delicious food in Kuanzhai Alley, and the magic of face-changing in Sichuan Opera, everything impressed me deeply." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.
"Yes, that's what traveling is all about, constant exploration and experience." Li Xiao said with a smile, "Tomorrow, we will go to Hangzhou to see the beautiful scenery of West Lake."
The two looked at each other and smiled, filled with anticipation for the next stop.
Hangzhou, a city known as paradise on earth, is famous for its beautiful scenery of the West Lake. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived at the West Lake early in the morning, ready to start their tour.
"Brother Xiao, look at the water in the West Lake, it's so clear!" Huang Pengfei stood by the lake, looking at the sparkling lake surface, and sighed.
"Yes, West Lake is the symbol of Hangzhou, a famous historical and cultural city in China, and also a world cultural heritage." Li Xiao said as he led Huang Pengfei for a walk along the lakeshore.
They first came to Su Causeway, which was built by Su Dongpo, the great writer of the Song Dynasty, when he was an official in Hangzhou. The spring dawn on Su Causeway is one of the ten scenic spots in West Lake. In spring, Su Causeway is lined with willow trees and peach blossoms are in full bloom, which is so beautiful.
"Brother Xiao, look at the willow trees over there, swaying in the wind, they are so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei pointed to the willow trees by the lake and marveled.
"Yes, the willow trees and peach blossoms on Su Causeway are a major feature of West Lake." Li Xiao said with a smile, "Let's go take a boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery of West Lake up close."
The two rented a small boat and rowed towards the center of the lake. The lake was sparkling, and the Leifeng Pagoda and Broken Bridge were looming in the distance, like a moving picture.
"Brother Xiao, the scenery of the West Lake is so beautiful. I feel like I am in the middle of a painting." Huang Pengfei said intoxicatedly.
"Yes, the beautiful scenery of West Lake has attracted countless literati since ancient times." Li Xiao responded.
After visiting the West Lake, the two tasted Hangzhou's Longjing tea at a teahouse by the lake. The tea was fragrant and refreshing.
"This Longjing tea is so fragrant. After one sip, I feel refreshed." Huang Pengfei praised.
"Yes, Hangzhou's Longjing tea is one of the top ten famous teas in China and has a long history." Li Xiao also took a sip of tea and had endless aftertaste.
Later, they also visited the silk market and purchased some silk products as souvenirs.
"Brother Xiao, this silk is so smooth and feels so good." Huang Pengfei touched the silk in his hand and couldn't put it down.
"Yes, Hangzhou's silk is also one of China's traditional specialties." Li Xiao also selected a few pieces.
After the day's trip, the two of them reviewed what they had seen and heard in the hotel room.
"Brother Xiao, today is really wonderful. The beauty of the West Lake, the fragrance of Longjing tea, and the smoothness of the silk, everything impressed me deeply." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.
"Yes, that's what traveling is all about, constant exploration and experience." Li Xiao said with a smile, "Tomorrow, we will go to Guilin to see the mountains and rivers there."
The two looked at each other and smiled, filled with anticipation for the next stop.
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Guilin, a city famous for its beautiful scenery, is famous for its unique karst landforms and the clear water of the Li River. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei arrived at the Li River early in the morning, ready to start their tour.
"Brother Xiao, look at the water in the Li River, it's so clear!" Huang Pengfei stood by the river, looking at the rippling blue waves of the river, and sighed.
"Yes, the water in the Lijiang River is crystal clear, and the peaks on both sides are of different shapes." Li Xiao said as he led Huang Pengfei onto the cruise ship.
