Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

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We not only visited the Humble Administrator’s Garden, the Lion Grove Garden, but also the Lingering Garden. Zhang Yue said with emotion.

"Yes, Suzhou's garden art is really amazing. Every place is full of ingenuity and wisdom." Li Xiao responded.

"Then where should we go next?" Huang Xu asked.

"I heard that Nanjing has a very rich history and culture. Let's go to Nanjing and have a look." Li Xiao suggested.

"What a great idea. Nanjing is one of China's ancient capitals and has a profound historical heritage." Zhang Yue agreed.

The three of them said goodbye in Suzhou and agreed to go to Nanjing together. Li Xiao looked at the gardens in Suzhou, filled with expectation and curiosity. He believes that this trip to China will definitely leave him with more beautiful memories.

Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu's journey in China continues. They will visit more cities, visit more attractions and experience more culture. Their stories will continue to unfold along with their journey, full of infinite possibilities and hopes.

Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu embarked on a journey to Nanjing with admiration for Suzhou gardens. Nanjing, a city with a long history, was once the ancient capital of six dynasties and has rich cultural heritage and historical relics.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum." Zhang Yue pointed to the front and said.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw a majestic mausoleum standing in the green hills, surrounded by green trees.

"The Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum is the tomb of Dr. Sun Yat-sen and an important symbol of China's modern history." Huang Xu introduced.

The three of them slowly climbed up the stone steps and arrived at the top of Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum. Standing in front of the mausoleum, they felt the weight of history and the dignity of the nation.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's the Xiaoling Mausoleum of the Ming Dynasty." Zhang Yue pointed to the distance again and said.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw an ancient mausoleum hidden among the dense trees, looking solemn and solemn.

"The Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum is the tomb of Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty. The stone carvings here are very exquisite." Huang Xu explained.

The three of them walked into the Xiaoling Mausoleum of the Ming Dynasty, admiring the stone carvings that have gone through vicissitudes of life, and feeling the accumulation of history.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's the Confucius Temple." Zhang Yue continued pointing forward.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw an antique building complex located on the bank of the Qinhuai River, with bright lights and bustling people.

"Confucius Temple is the cultural center of Nanjing and the birthplace of ancient Chinese imperial examinations." Huang Xu introduced.

The three of them strolled on the streets of Confucius Temple, tasting various Nanjing specialty snacks and feeling the prosperity and vitality of the ancient capital.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's the Qinhuai River." Zhang Yue pointed to the river not far away and said.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw a winding river passing through the city. There were ancient buildings on both sides of the river and painted boats on the river, which gave it a unique charm.

"The Qinhuai River is the mother river of Nanjing and a symbol of Nanjing's history and culture." Huang Xu explained.

The three of them took a boat ride and visited the Qinhuai River, admiring the ancient buildings and beautiful night views on both sides of the bank, and feeling the romance and poetry of Nanjing.

During their few days in Nanjing, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu visited many historical sites in the city and experienced Nanjing's profound history and culture. They have a deeper understanding and experience of Nanjing's history.

"Brother Xiao, this trip to Nanjing was really wonderful. We not only visited the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, but also the Confucius Temple and the Qinhuai River." Zhang Yue said with emotion.

"Yes, Nanjing's history and culture are really broad and profound, and every place is full of stories." Li Xiao responded.

"Then where should we go next?" Huang Xu asked.

"I heard that the Terracotta Warriors and Horses in Xi'an are very spectacular. Let's go to Xi'an and have a look." Li Xiao suggested.

"What a great idea. Xi'an is one of China's ancient capitals and has rich historical and cultural heritage." Zhang Yue agreed.

The three of them said goodbye by the Qinhuai River and agreed to go to Xi'an together. Li Xiao looked at the night view of Nanjing, filled with expectation and curiosity. He believes that this trip to China will definitely leave him with more beautiful memories.

Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu's journey in China continues. They will visit more cities, visit more attractions and experience more culture. Their stories will continue to unfold along with their journey, full of infinite possibilities and hopes.

Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu embarked on a journey to Xi'an with deep respect for Nanjing's history. Xi'an, this ancient capital, has witnessed thousands of years of historical changes in China and is one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's the ancient city wall." Zhang Yue pointed forward and said.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw a majestic city wall standing in front of him. The ancient bricks on the wall were mottled and the towers were majestic, looking solemn and solemn.

"The ancient city wall of Xi'an is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient city walls in China. Walking on the city wall, you feel like you can hear the echoes of history." Huang Xu introduced.

The three of them walked along the city wall and felt the historical atmosphere of this ancient city. Under the city wall, the prosperity of the modern city and the tranquility of the ancient city are intertwined, forming a unique picture.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's the Big Wild Goose Pagoda." Zhang Yue pointed forward again and said.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw an ancient Buddhist pagoda standing in the square. The tower was exquisitely carved and surrounded by green trees.

"The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is a famous Buddhist holy place in the Tang Dynasty and an outstanding representative of ancient Chinese architecture." Huang Xu explained.

The three of them walked into the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, visited the Buddhist cultural relics in the pagoda, learned about the story of Xuanzang's journey to the west to obtain Buddhist scriptures, and felt the cultural exchanges along the ancient Silk Road.

"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's Huimin Street." Zhang Yue continued to point forward.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw a bustling street in front of him. There were many shops on both sides of the street and the aroma of various delicacies was fragrant.

"Huimin Street is a famous food street in Xi'an. It has a variety of northwest specialty snacks. Let's go and try it." Huang Xu suggested.

The three of them walked into Huimin Street and tasted authentic Xi'an delicacies such as mutton steamed buns, cold skin buns, and roujiamo, and felt the food culture of Xi'an.

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"Brother Xiao, look over there, that's the Terracotta Warriors and Horses." Zhang Yue pointed forward again and said.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Zhang Yue's finger and saw a spectacular archaeological site unfolding in front of him. Thousands of terracotta warriors and horses were arranged neatly and magnificently. "The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are a world cultural heritage and a treasure of ancient Chinese sculpture art." Huang Xu introduced.

The three people walked into the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and visited Pit No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3. They were shocked by these lifelike terracotta warriors and felt the ambition and power of Qin Shihuang to unify the six countries.

During their few days in Xi'an, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu visited many historical sites in the city and experienced Xi'an's profound history and culture. They have a deeper understanding and experience of Xi'an's history.

"Brother Xiao, this trip to Xi'an is really wonderful. We not only visited the ancient city wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, but also visited the Muslim Street and the Terracotta Warriors and Horses." Zhang Yue said with emotion.

"Yes, Xi'an's history and culture are really broad and profound, and every place is full of stories." Li Xiao responded.

"Then where should we go next?" Huang Xu asked.

"I heard that the giant panda base in Chengdu is very famous. Let's go to Chengdu and have a look." Li Xiao suggested.

"What a great idea. Chengdu not only has cute giant pandas, but also the beautiful Jiuzhaigou Valley and Leshan Giant Buddha." Zhang Yue agreed.

The three of them said goodbye at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and agreed to go to Chengdu together. Li Xiao looked at the ancient city wall of Xi'an, filled with expectation and curiosity. He believes that this trip to China will definitely leave him with more beautiful memories.

Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu's journey in China continues. They will visit more cities, visit more attractions and experience more culture. Their stories will continue to unfold along with their journey, full of infinite possibilities and hopes.

Li Xiao stood at the foot of the Great Wall, looking at the winding dragon, and felt an indescribable sense of pride in his heart. His friends Zhang Yue and Huang Xu were also nearby, with excited smiles on their faces.

"Brother Xiao, this Great Wall is really spectacular!" Zhang Yue couldn't help but admired.

Li Xiao nodded, "Yes, this is the pride of our Chinese nation. Let's go up and feel the weight of history."

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The three of them climbed up the stone steps step by step. The scenery along the way was breathtaking. The mountains on both sides of the Great Wall are undulating, and the lush trees are swaying in the wind, as if they are telling stories of thousands of years.

Huang Xu suddenly pointed to the beacon tower in the distance, "Look, there seems to be some ruins of the beacon tower over there."

Li Xiao looked in the direction of Huang Xu's finger and saw a beacon tower standing alone on the top of the mountain. Although it was dilapidated, he could still imagine the spectacular scene of the beacon fire.

"Let's go over and take a look." Li Xiao suggested.

The three of them quickened their pace and soon arrived in front of the beacon tower. Li Xiao stroked the mottled wall, as if he could feel the vicissitudes of time.

"Brother Xiao, look at the top of the mountain over there, there seems to be a temple." Zhang Yue suddenly pointed to the distance and said.

Li Xiao looked up and saw a simple temple sitting on the top of the mountain, surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland.

"Let's go there and have a look. Maybe we can encounter some interesting stories." Li Xiao suggested.

The three of them continued walking along the mountain road, enjoying the scenery along the way and chatting and laughing. After a long journey, they finally arrived in front of the temple.

Although this temple is not big, its architecture is simple and elegant, giving people a solemn and solemn feeling. The incense burner in front of the temple is filled with smoke, and from time to time, devotees come to burn incense and pray for blessings.

Li Xiao and the other three walked into the temple and saw a Buddha statue enshrined in the center of the hall, with some incense, candles and offerings placed around it. They worshiped devoutly and then started to tour around the temple.

In the backyard of the temple, they found a lotus pond. The lotus flowers in the pond are in full bloom, and the green leaves set off the pink flowers, which is so beautiful.

"The lotus flowers here are so beautiful!" Zhang Yue praised.

Li Xiao couldn't help but admire, "Yes, the scenery here is really refreshing."

Huang Xu suddenly suggested, "How about we rest here for a while, enjoy the lotus flowers, and chat by the way?"

"What a great idea!" Li Xiao and Zhang Yue said in unison.

The three of them found a pavilion and sat down, admiring the beauty of the lotus pond while chatting about their lives and ideals.

Li Xiao said with emotion, “This trip really opened my eyes and made me love our motherland even more.”

Zhang Yue was also deeply touched, "Yes, our motherland is vast and rich in resources, and there are so many places worth exploring and discovering."

Huang Xu said with a smile, "I think the biggest gain from this trip is that I can enjoy the beautiful scenery and talk about life with you."

The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with warmth and emotion. They knew that this trip would be an unforgettable memory in their lives.

Time passed by unconsciously, the sun gradually set in the west, and the sunset glow on the horizon reflected the lotus pond, which was so beautiful that it was intoxicating.

Li Xiao stood up and said, "It's time for us to go back. There will be more beautiful scenery waiting for us to explore tomorrow."

"Yes, let's go to the Forbidden City tomorrow. I heard that the architecture and cultural relics there are very unique." Zhang Yue suggested.

"What a great idea. I've long wanted to visit the Forbidden City." Huang Xu also said excitedly.

The three of them packed up their things, reluctantly left the lotus pond, and embarked on their return journey.

As night falls and the lanterns are turned on, the night view of Beijing is intoxicatingly beautiful. Li Xiao and the other three walked on the street, admiring the prosperity and beauty of the city.

"This trip is so meaningful. It not only allowed me to see the magnificent mountains and rivers of the motherland, but also allowed me to get to know you two good friends." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yue and Huang Xu also felt the same way, "Yes, this trip has made our friendship deeper and made us love our motherland even more."

The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts filled with longing and expectations for the future. They know that this trip is just the beginning, and there are 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.

Early the next morning, Li Xiao, Zhang Yue and Huang Xu embarked on a journey to the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City, a former royal palace, has now become one of the most famous historical museums in China, attracting countless tourists.