After a short rest, the two of them couldn't wait to go to the Mogao Grottoes. The Mogao Grottoes are located on the cliff at the eastern foot of Mingsha Mountain. Each cave contains exquisite murals and sculptures.
"Wow, the Mogao Grottoes are so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei looked up at the caves and exclaimed.
Li Xiao was also shocked by the scene in front of him: "The Mogao Grottoes are a world cultural heritage. These murals and sculptures are masterpieces of ancient artists and bear witness to the vicissitudes of history."
They followed the tour guide into the cave and carefully admired the murals. The characters on the murals were lifelike and colorful, telling ancient stories one after another.
"Old Li, look at this mural, it's so delicately painted." Huang Pengfei pointed at a mural and said.
Li Xiao responded: "Yes, these murals are not only treasures of art, but also important materials for studying ancient history, culture and religion."
After coming out of Mogao Grottoes, they went to Crescent Moon Spring in Mingsha Mountain. Mingsha Mountain is undulating, and the golden sand sparkles in the sunlight. Crescent Moon Spring is like a bright pearl inlaid in the desert, with clear water.
The springs are in stark contrast to the surrounding desert.
"This scenery is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei ran excitedly on the sand mountain.
Li Xiao was also attracted by this unique landscape: "Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring is a miracle of nature, which makes people marvel at the uncanny workmanship of nature."
They rode camels and walked in the desert, feeling the vastness and tranquility of the desert. The sound of the camel bells echoed in the wind, as if taking them back to the ancient Silk Road.
After shopping for a day, the two of them got hungry. They decided to try Dunhuang's specialties. In a restaurant, they ordered a donkey meat yellow noodles, an apricot skin water and a Huyang braised pancake.
The noodles with yellow meat are chewy and the donkey meat is delicious; the apricot skin water is sour and sweet, very thirst-quenching; the braised mutton cakes are rich in flavor and the mutton is tender.
"The food in Dunhuang is really good!" Huang Pengfei praised while eating.
Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very unique."
After eating, they heard that there was a performance about Dunhuang culture in the evening, and decided to go and see it. The performance was held in an open-air theater, and through wonderful performances and gorgeous lights, it showed the historical culture and artistic charm of Dunhuang.
"This performance is really wonderful!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were carrying large luggage and stood in front of the map of Xia Kingdom, their eyes full of anticipation for the unknown journey. Their first stop was the ancient city of Fenghuang, which was full of mystery and romance.
"Hey, Lao Li, how beautiful is this Phoenix Ancient City?" Huang Pengfei asked while packing his backpack.
Li Xiao smiled, his eyes twinkling: "I heard there are quaint stilted buildings, the clear Tuojiang River, and folk performances full of ethnic customs. We will definitely not be disappointed."
The two boarded the train bound for Fenghuang Ancient City, excitedly discussing the upcoming trip. After several hours of driving, they finally arrived at this dream place.
As soon as they walked out of the station, they were shocked by the beautiful scenery in front of them. The ancient city walls, streets paved with bluestones, and stilted buildings looming in the distance were like a beautiful picture unfolding in front of them.
"Wow, this is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but admire.
Li Xiao nodded: "Let's go, find a place to stay first, and then have a good time shopping."
They found an inn near the river in the ancient city. After putting down their luggage, they couldn't wait to start their exploration journey. Along the bluestone road, they came to the Tuojiang River. The river was crystal clear, reflecting the stilted buildings and the blue sky on both sides.
Baiyun. There are many Miao girls washing clothes by the river, and some tourists are taking photos.
"Old Li, look at those stilted buildings, they are so unique!" Huang Pengfei pointed to the stilted buildings by the river and said.
"Yes, these stilted buildings are all made of wood. Half of them are suspended on the river. They are very distinctive. It is said that these are traditional buildings of the Miao and Tujia people." Li Xiao explained.
They walked along the riverside, admiring the beautiful scenery. After a while, they came to an ancient stone bridge. The stone bridge was covered with exquisite patterns and was said to be hundreds of years old.
"Wow, this stone bridge looks so old!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed.
Li Xiao nodded: "Let's go to the other side of the bridge and have a look."
Across the bridge is a lively commercial street, lined with a variety of handicrafts and specialty snacks. They tasted local delicacies while shopping.
"This stinky tofu is so smelly, but it tastes so delicious." Huang Pengfei said while eating the stinky tofu.
Li Xiao smiled: "This is one of the specialties of Fenghuang Ancient City. It smells bad but tastes delicious. This ginger candy is also good, you can try it."
They tasted many local delicacies, such as blood cake duck, Miao fish in sour soup, bacon, etc. Every dish left them with endless aftertaste.
After visiting the commercial street, they came to a square. A folk performance was being held in the square, including Miao songs and dances, Tujia hand-waving dances, etc. They found a seat to sit down and quietly enjoyed the wonderful performance.
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"Old Li, these performances are so beautiful and have very national characteristics." Huang Pengfei said.
"Yes, these folk performances are a major feature of Fenghuang Ancient City and allow us to better understand the local culture." Li Xiao replied.
After the performance, they went to some scenic spots, such as Shen Congwen's former residence, Xiong Xiling's former residence, etc. In Shen Congwen's former residence, they learned about the life and works of this literary master.
Li Xiao was also moved by the performance: "Yes, this performance gave us a deeper understanding of Dunhuang culture."
After the performance, they went to the night market in Dunhuang and bought some local specialties, such as replicas of Dunhuang murals, luminous cups, etc.
"Lao Li, this trip to Dunhuang is really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.
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After bidding farewell to Dunhuang, which is full of historical charm, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei went all the way south to Huangshan, which is world-famous for its "four wonders": strange pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, and hot springs.
As soon as they arrived at the foot of Huangshan Mountain, they were shocked by the majestic peaks.
"Old Li, this Huangshan Mountain is really majestic!" Huang Pengfei said, looking up at the towering peaks.
Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Huangshan is known as the most amazing mountain in the world, and it is well-deserved. Let's go to the hotel to put down our luggage first, and then prepare to climb the mountain."
They stayed in a hotel at the foot of the mountain, and after a short rest, they embarked on a mountaineering trip with great expectations. Taking the cable car as they slowly ascended, the scenery outside the window became more and more spectacular. The rolling peaks, lush trees, and winding
The clouds and mist are like a beautiful landscape painting.
"Wow, this scenery is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei looked out the window excitedly.
Li Xiao was also attracted by the beautiful scenery: "The natural scenery of Huangshan Mountain is really intoxicating."
After getting off the cable car, they walked along the mountain path. Along the way, strange pines and rocks could be seen everywhere. Some pine trees stood tall and tall on the cliffs, and some rocks had strange shapes that made people think.
"Old Li, look at that pine tree, does it look like it's waving to us?" Huang Pengfei pointed at a uniquely shaped pine tree and said.
Li Xiao responded with a smile: "It really looks like it. The pine trees in Huangshan Mountain are really diverse."
They continued to move forward and came to a viewing platform. From here, they could overlook the spectacular sea of clouds. The clouds and mist were rolling like waves, making people feel like they were in a fairyland.
"This sea of clouds is so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but admire.
Li Xiao was also shocked by the beautiful scenery: "Yes, the sea of clouds in Huangshan Mountain is really unique."
After playing in the mountains for a whole day, the two of them were a little tired, but they were in a particularly comfortable mood. They decided to try the specialties of Huangshan. In a local restaurant, they ordered a piece of Huangshan braised pigeon and a piece of Huangshan bamboo shoots.
Dried and a portion of Huangshan hairy tofu. Huangshan stewed pigeon meat is tender and the soup is delicious; Huangshan dried bamboo shoots are crispy and fragrant; Huangshan hairy tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a unique flavor.
"The food in Huangshan is really good!" Huang Pengfei praised while eating.
Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very unique."
After eating, they heard that there was a performance about Huangshan culture in the evening and decided to go and see it. The performance showed the natural scenery and history and culture of Huangshan through singing, dancing, acrobatics and other forms, giving them a deeper understanding of Huangshan.
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"This performance is really wonderful!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
Li Xiao was also moved by the performance: "Yes, this performance gave us a deeper understanding of the charm of Huangshan."
After the performance, they went to the night market in Huangshan and bought some local specialties, such as Huangshan tea, Huangshan sesame cakes, etc.
"Lao Li, this trip to Huangshan was really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.
Li Xiao smiled and said: "Yes, Huangshan's natural scenery, food and culture are all unforgettable. Now we should go to the next place."
After leaving the beautiful Huangshan Mountain, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei headed northwest to the ancient capital Luoyang with a long history.
As soon as they arrived in Luoyang, they were attracted by the ancient atmosphere exuded by this city.
"Old Li, Luoyang feels so rich in history." Huang Pengfei said while looking at the antique buildings around him.
Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Luoyang is the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties and has rich historical and cultural heritage. Let's go to the hotel to put down our luggage first, and then go to Longmen Grottoes."
They found a hotel to stay in downtown LY. After a short rest, the two of them couldn't wait to go to the Longmen Grottoes. The Longmen Grottoes are located on the cliffs on both sides of the Yi River, and the exquisite Buddha statues are breathtaking.
"Wow, this Longmen Grottoes is so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei looked up at the huge Buddha statues and exclaimed.
Li Xiao was also shocked by the scene in front of him: "The Longmen Grottoes are a world cultural heritage. These Buddha statues are beautifully carved and reflect the superb skills of ancient artists."
They walked along the Yi River and admired the Buddha statues on both sides. The Buddha statues had different expressions, some were solemn and kind, some were mighty and majestic. Each Buddha statue seemed to be telling an ancient story.
"Old Li, look at the expression of this Buddha statue. It's so vivid." Huang Pengfei pointed at a Buddha statue and said.
Li Xiao responded: "Yes, these Buddha statues are not only treasures of art, but also important materials for studying ancient history, culture and religion."
After coming out of Longmen Grottoes, they went to White Horse Temple. White Horse Temple is the first ancient temple in China, with a long history and profound cultural heritage.
"This White Horse Temple is so impressive!" Huang Pengfei said, looking at the ancient building.
Li Xiao was also infected by the solemnity of the White Horse Temple: "The White Horse Temple was the first government-run temple built after Buddhism was introduced to China, and it had an important influence on the development of Chinese Buddhism."
They visited various halls in the White Horse Temple and felt the mystery and solemnity of Buddhism. The buildings in the temple are simple and elegant, and the incense is strong, making people's souls feel like they have been baptized.
After shopping for a day, the two of them got hungry. They decided to try Luoyang's specialties. In a restaurant, they ordered a Luoyang water banquet, a beef soup and a paste noodles. Luoyang water banquet has rich dishes.
, delicious; the beef soup is fragrant and the beef is tender; the slurry noodles have a unique taste and moderate sourness.
"The food in Luoyang is really good!" Huang Pengfei praised while eating.
Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very unique."
After eating, they heard that there was a performance about the history and culture of Luoyang in the evening, and decided to go and see it. The performance was held in an open-air theater, and showed the long history and splendid culture of Luoyang through wonderful performances and brilliant lights.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! "This performance is really wonderful!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.
Li Xiao was also moved by the performance: "Yes, this performance gave us a deeper understanding of Luoyang's culture."
After the performance, they went to the night market in Luoyang and bought some local specialties, such as Luoyang peony cakes, Tang Sancai, etc.
"Lao Li, this trip to Luoyang is really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.
Li Xiao smiled and said: "Yes, Luoyang's history, culture, natural scenery and food are all unforgettable. Now it's time for us to go to the next place."
After bidding farewell to the historic Luoyang, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were discussing their next destination during the journey. Unexpectedly, they both remembered Qingdao, which had left a deep impression on them.
"Lao Li, how about we go to Qingdao again? Last time I went, I felt that there were still many places that I didn't enjoy enough." Huang Pengfei suggested.
Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Okay, Qingdao is indeed worth visiting again."
So, they embarked on the journey to Qingdao again. As soon as they arrived in Qingdao, the familiar sea breeze hit their faces.
"Haha, I'm back to this familiar place again." Huang Pengfei opened his arms excitedly.
Li Xiao also showed a smile: "Let's go to the seaside hotel last time to see if there are any rooms."
Fortunately, they checked into the last hotel smoothly. After putting down their luggage, they decided to go to the trestle first. The trestle was still bustling with tourists enjoying the beautiful sea view on the bridge.
"Old Li, look at the sea, it's still so blue." Huang Pengfei said, looking at the sea.
Li Xiao responded: "Yes, the sea in Qingdao is always fascinating."
They walked along the trestle to the end and looked at