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"The murals of Mogao Grottoes are masterpieces of ancient artists. They not only have extremely high artistic value, but also reflect the social life, religious beliefs and cultural exchanges at that time." Li Xiao explained to Huang Pengfei while admiring the murals.

They toured the Mogao Grottoes slowly, carefully admiring the murals and sculptures in each cave. Everywhere they felt the charm and wisdom of ancient art.

"Hey, Lao Li, look at the flying sky on this mural, it's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei pointed to a mural and said.

"Feitian is a classic image in the Mogao Grottoes murals. They are light and dancing, symbolizing people's yearning for a better life." Li Xiao said.

Leaving Dianchi Lake, they came to the Stone Forest. As soon as they entered the Stone Forest, they were attracted by the strange stones. Some stones were like elephants, some were like mushrooms, and some were like swords. They had different shapes, which made people amazed.

"Wow, this stone forest is so amazing! Look at that stone, does it look like a big turtle?" Huang Pengfei pointed at a stone and said.

"It really looks like it! This miraculous craftsmanship of nature is really admirable," Li Xiao said.

They shuttled through the stone forest and felt the charm of nature. Every stone seemed to tell a story, making people think about it.

After visiting the scenic spots, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry. They came to a local restaurant and prepared to taste Kunming's delicacies.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei packed their bags and embarked on a new journey in Xia Kingdom. At this stop, they came to the famous ancient city of Phoenix.

After coming out of the station, the two of them were attracted by the lively scene in front of them. The streets were full of people and the shops on the streets were dazzling. Li Xiao excitedly took Huang Pengfei's arm and said: "Hey, Lao Huang, look at how many things this place has to offer."

Fireworks! It must be very fun." Huang Pengfei responded with a smile: "That's right, we have walked all the way, and there is no place full of surprises. Let's go find a place to stay first, put down our luggage and take a walk."

The two found a quaint inn to stay, and after a short rest, they couldn't wait to go out to experience the charm of Fenghuang Ancient City. Walking along the bluestone road, the Tuojiang River flowed slowly, and the water was crystal clear. There were scattered stilted buildings along the river.

, as if telling an ancient story.

"Wow, this is so beautiful!" Li Xiao couldn't help but sigh. Huang Pengfei also nodded and praised: "Indeed, this scenery is really nothing to say. Let's go visit some unique shops first." The two of them walked into a shop.

The handicraft shop is filled with all kinds of exquisite Miao silver jewelry, handmade embroidery, etc. Li Xiao picked up

A pair of silver earrings, he gestured to the mirror and said: "Old Huang, what do you think of these earrings? I think they are suitable for my sister." Huang Pengfei came over to take a look and said: "Not bad, they look pretty. You

My sister will definitely like it." Li Xiao smiled and put the earrings into the shopping basket and continued to choose other gifts.

After visiting the shop, they came to the Tuojiang River. There were many boats driving slowly on the river, and the boatmen sang melodious folk songs while rowing. Li Xiao said excitedly: "Old Huang, let's go take a boat ride too." Huang Pengfei

They nodded in agreement. They boarded a small boat, and the boatman greeted them warmly. The boat moved slowly on the river, and the breeze blew on the face, making people feel extremely comfortable.

The boss enthusiastically introduced: "The cross-bridge rice noodles, steamed pork with vermicelli and rice noodles here are all very good. They are all local specialties."

"Okay, let's all have one," Li Xiao said.

In a short while, all the dishes were served. The soup of the cross-bridge rice noodles was delicious and the side dishes were rich. The steamed pork was soft, glutinous and delicious, and the aroma was fragrant. The bean curd rice noodles were refreshing and delicious, with a unique flavor.

After visiting the Mogao Grottoes, they could not calm down for a long time. In order to better experience the culture of Dunhuang, they came to a local restaurant and prepared to taste Dunhuang specialties.

"Boss, please have a donkey meat yellow noodles and apricot skin water." Li Xiao said.

After a while, the delicacies were served on the table. The donkey meat yellow noodles were chewy, the donkey meat was fresh and tender, and the taste was very delicious; the apricot skin water was moderately sweet and sour, refreshing and quenching thirst.

"Well, this donkey meat yellow noodles tastes really good. Lao Li, you should also try it." Huang Pengfei said while eating donkey meat yellow noodles.

Li Xiao took a bite, nodded and praised: "It's really delicious. Dunhuang's food is very unique and makes people have endless aftertaste."

After eating, they came to the Crescent Moon Spring in Mingsha Mountain. Standing on Mingsha Mountain, overlooking the Crescent Moon Spring at the bottom of the mountain, the green spring looked particularly beautiful in the desert.

"Old Li, this Crescent Moon Spring is so magical! There is such a clear spring in the desert." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

"Crescent Moon Spring is a masterpiece of nature. It and Mingsha Mountain set off each other, forming a unique desert beauty." Li Xiao said.

They played on Mingsha Mountain for a while and experienced the excitement of sand sliding. Then, they came to the Crescent Moon Spring and quietly enjoyed the beautiful scenery.

In the evening, they returned to the hotel and reflected on the experience of the day.

"Lao Li, this trip to Dunhuang was really great. I feel like I have a deeper understanding of ancient culture." Huang Pengfei said.

"Yes, the history and culture of Dunhuang are shocking. However, our journey is still going on, and there are more beautiful scenery waiting for us to discover." Li Xiao said.

They bought some specialties in Dunhuang, such as replicas of Dunhuang murals, luminous cups, etc. Then, they left Dunhuang with full harvest and embarked on a new journey. They believed that in the vast land of Xia Kingdom,

, there are more exciting things waiting for them.

After bidding farewell to the mysterious Dunhuang, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei embarked on a journey to Xishuangbanna with great expectations. Along the way, they imagined what kind of surprises the tropical land would bring them.

"Old Li, I heard that Xishuangbanna is beautiful, with many tropical plants and ethnic customs." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Yes, Xishuangbanna is a charming place with unique natural scenery and rich national culture."

After a lot of twists and turns, they finally arrived in Xishuangbanna. As soon as they got off the plane, a hot and humid breath hit their faces, making them instantly feel the tropical atmosphere.

"Wow, it's so hot here in Xishuangbanna!" Huang Pengfei said while wiping his sweat.

They came to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. As soon as they entered the garden, they seemed to have entered a green world. Various tropical plants were lush, tall trees reached into the sky, and exotic flowers and plants competed with each other.

"Old Li, look at this tree, it's so tall!" Huang Pengfei said, looking up at a huge sky-gazing tree.

"Wangtian trees are one of the iconic plants in Xishuangbanna. They are very tall and can grow to tens of meters high." Li Xiao said.

They walked in the botanical garden and admired various rare tropical plants. There were colorful orchids, strange-shaped succulents, and various palm trees.

"Hey, Lao Li, look at this flower, it's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei pointed at a bright flower and said.

"This is a datura flower. Although it is beautiful, it has a certain degree of toxicity." Li Xiao said.

After visiting the botanical garden, they came to a Dai village. The buildings here are full of ethnic characteristics, and bamboo buildings are scattered in the village.

"Old Li, this Dai bamboo house is so unique!" Huang Pengfei looked at the bamboo house curiously and said.

"The Dai people's bamboo buildings are their traditional buildings. They are ventilated and very suitable for tropical climates," Li Xiao said.

They visited the village and learned about the living customs and traditional culture of the Dai people. The Dai people were warm and hospitable and invited them to taste local specialties.

"Boss, please order a piece of lemongrass grilled fish, a piece of pineapple purple rice, and a piece of Dai chicken feet." Li Xiao said.

After a while, delicious food was served on the table. Grilled fish with lemongrass was fragrant, pineapple purple rice was sweet but not greasy, and Dai chicken feet were sour and delicious.

"Well, the food in Xishuangbanna is really good. Lao Li, you should try it too," Huang Pengfei said while eating lemongrass grilled fish.

Li Xiao took a bite, nodded and praised: "It's really delicious. Xishuangbanna's food is mainly sour, spicy and sweet, which is very distinctive."

After eating, they watched a Dai song and dance performance. The actors dressed in gorgeous national costumes sang and danced, which was wonderful.

"Lao Li, this Dai dance is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

"The songs and dances of the Dai people are full of vitality and enthusiasm, reflecting their love for life." Li Xiao said.

In the evening, they participated in a bonfire party. Everyone sat around the bonfire, sang, danced and played games. The atmosphere was very lively.

"Lao Li, this trip to Xishuangbanna was really great. I don't even want to leave," Huang Pengfei said.

"Haha, Xishuangbanna is indeed a nostalgic place. However, we still have many places we haven't visited. Let's come back when we have the opportunity in the future," Li Xiao said.

They bought some specialties in Xishuangbanna, such as Pu'er tea, Dai brocade, dried tropical fruits, etc. Then, they left Xishuangbanna with a full harvest and embarked on a new journey. They believed that in the vast land of Xia Kingdom,

There are more beautiful scenery waiting for them to discover.

After leaving the colorful Xishuangbanna, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei embarked on a journey to Harbin. Along the way, they were full of expectations for the ice and snow world they were about to see.

"Lao Li, I heard that Harbin's winter is like a fairy tale world, but I don't know if it's true." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao responded with a smile: "Harbin's winter is indeed very beautiful, with spectacular ice and snow buildings, lively ice and snow activities and delicious Northeastern food."

After a long journey, they finally arrived in Harbin. As soon as they got off the train, a cold breath hit their faces, making them instantly feel the winter in the north.

"Wow, it's too cold!" Huang Pengfei said, wrapping his cotton clothes tightly around him.

They came to Central Street, which is full of European style and unique architectural style. There are various shops and restaurants on both sides of the street, which is very lively.

"Old Li, look at this building, it's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei pointed at a European-style building and said.

"Most of the buildings on Central Street are in European style. Many historical buildings have been preserved here and it is one of Harbin's important attractions," Li Xiao said.

They strolled on the Central Street, admiring the beautiful buildings and street scenes. The streets were paved with bread stones, which felt very textured when walking on them.

"Hey, Lao Li, look there is a red sausage seller over there, let's go buy some and try it." Huang Pengfei said.

They came to a store and bought some Harbin red sausage. The red sausage was delicious and fragrant.

"Well, this red sausage is so delicious. Lao Li, you should also try it." Huang Pengfei said while eating the red sausage.

Li Xiao took a bite, nodded and praised: "It's really good. Harbin red sausage is a local specialty, very chewy."

Then, they came to the Ice and Snow World. As soon as they entered the park, they were shocked by the scene in front of them. Various ice and snow sculptures were lifelike and looked particularly beautiful under the light.

"Old Li, this is so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei's eyes widened and his mouth opened wide.

They played in the ice and snow world and admired the exquisite ice and snow sculptures. There were castles, animals, characters and other shapes, making people feel like they were in a fairy tale world.

"Hey, Lao Li, look at that ice sculpture castle. It's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei pointed at an ice sculpture castle and said.

"The ice and snow sculptures in Ice and Snow World are carefully carved by artists, and each work is full of creativity and artistry," Li Xiao said.

They also experienced skating, skiing and other ice and snow activities, and had a great time.

In the evening, they came to a Northeastern restaurant, ready to taste authentic Northeastern food.

"Boss, let's order a goose stewed in an iron pot, a portion of ground delicacies, and a portion of pork stewed with vermicelli," Li Xiao said.

After a while, the delicacies were served on the table. The goose stewed in the iron pot was full of aroma, the ground three delicacies were rich in flavor, and the pork vermicelli stewed had a smooth texture.

"Well, this Northeastern food is so delicious. Lao Li, I feel like I can eat several bowls of rice." Huang Pengfei said while eating goose stewed in an iron pot.

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Northeastern cuisine is famous for its large portions and delicious taste. It is very unique."

After eating, they came to the Songhua River. The river was covered with thick ice, and people were playing, skating, and riding sleighs on the ice. It was very lively.

"Old Li, this Songhua River is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei sighed as he looked at the beautiful scenery on the river.

"The Songhua River in winter is a unique scenery in Harbin. Here you can enjoy the beautiful ice and snow landscape and river scenery." Li Xiao said.

The next day, they went to Sun Island again. There are many snow sculptures on Sun Island and some winter entertainment projects.

"Lao Li, this trip to Harbin was really great. I don't even want to leave," Huang Pengfei said.

"Haha, Harbin is indeed an unforgettable place. However, we still have many places we haven't visited. Let's come back when we have the opportunity in the future," Li Xiao said.

They bought some specialties in Harbin, such as red sausage, fungus, mushrooms, etc. Then, they left Harbin with a full harvest and embarked on a new journey. They believed that in the vast land of Xia Kingdom, there are still
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