Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1712

Zhang Yuedong was also impressed by the scene before him. He nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, it is worthy of being the 'No. 1 Pass in the World'. Just by looking at this tower, you can feel its majesty and importance in the past." As he spoke, he carefully observed every detail on the tower, trying to find traces of history from these ancient buildings.

Lin Yifei said thoughtfully: "Shanhaiguan is an important pass of the Great Wall and a key military defense stronghold in ancient times. Countless fierce battles have taken place here and it carries too many historical memories." He has a strong interest in history and told everyone many historical stories and legends about Shanhaiguan along the way, allowing everyone to have a deeper understanding of this pass.

The three of them climbed up the steps to the tower slowly, and every step seemed to be in the long river of history. Standing on the tower, looking far into the distance, the scenery in the distance is in full view. To the north is the rolling Yanshan Mountains, with peaks and ridges, lush and green, like a green dragon winding and circling. To the south is the endless Bohai Sea, sparkling, the sea and the sky are one color, and the sea breeze blows gently, bringing bursts of salty breath. The Great Wall is like a winding dragon, starting from Shanhaiguan, extending along the mountains to the distance, and disappearing into the sky.

"Look, the Great Wall is connected to the sea, it's really spectacular." Li Xiao pointed to the distance and said to everyone excitedly. His face was filled with an excited smile, as if he was intoxicated by the beautiful scenery before him.

Zhang Yuedong sighed: "The wisdom of the ancients is truly endless. It is really admirable that they could build such a magnificent pass and the Great Wall." His eyes were full of admiration for the ancients as he imagined the scene of the craftsmen building these buildings brick by brick under difficult conditions.

Lin Yifei went on to say: "Shanhaiguan is not only a military defense line, but also a spiritual symbol. It represents the Chinese nation's indomitable will and determination to defend their homeland." His words were full of praise for the national spirit, allowing everyone to have a deeper understanding of the historical significance of Shanhaiguan.

The three of them walked on the tower, feeling the weight of history. They stopped from time to time to appreciate the surrounding scenery and exchanged their feelings about history. Every brick and stone, every trace on the tower seemed to tell the story of the past, making them feel as if they had traveled through time and space and returned to the era of war.

After coming down from Shanhaiguan, the three people's stomachs began to growl. They decided to taste the special seafood of Qinhuangdao and experience the unique food culture of this coastal city. So they came to the local seafood market.

As soon as you enter the seafood market, you will hear the hawking of various seafood, which is very lively. The market is filled with a strong smell of the sea, but also full of the breath of life. The stalls are filled with all kinds of seafood, including lively crabs, lobsters waving their big claws, octopuses with their claws bared, as well as colorful shellfish and fresh and plump sea fish, which are dazzling and mouth-watering.

"Wow, there are so many seafood here, and they all look so fresh." Li Xiao excitedly shuttled between the stalls, his eyes constantly looking at the various seafood, wishing he could try every kind.

Zhang Yuedong was also dazzled by the choices. He pointed at a fat crab and said, "This crab looks good. Let's buy a few to try." The crab was as big as a palm, with a hard shell and thick claws. One could tell at a glance that the meat must be very delicious.

Lin Yifei was selecting shellfish. He said, "I think clams and scallops are also good. They are affordable and taste good." As he spoke, he picked up a few clams and scallops and carefully checked their freshness.

The three of them picked some seafood and went to a nearby restaurant. The restaurant was full of diners, everyone was enjoying the delicious seafood, and laughter echoed throughout the restaurant.

Soon, the seafood they ordered was served. The first thing served was the steamed crab. As soon as it was served, the rich crab aroma hit the nose. The crab was steamed red, and the crab shell was shiny, which made people drool. Li Xiao couldn't wait to pick up a crab, break the crab shell, revealing a full crab roe, which was golden in color, delicate in texture, and exuded an attractive aroma. He dipped a little ginger vinegar juice and put it in his mouth. The deliciousness of the crab roe instantly spread in his mouth, and the rich taste was intoxicating.

"This crab is so delicious. It has lots of crab roe and the meat is very tender." Li Xiao praised it as he ate, with a satisfied smile on his face.

Zhang Yuedong also ate with gusto. He said, "Yes, this steaming method can best preserve the original flavor of the crab. It's so fresh." He peeled the crab legs skillfully, put the tender crab meat into his mouth, and savored it carefully.

Then, the spicy fried clams were served. The clams were fried with a fragrant aroma, and the red color of the chili and the clam shells set off each other, which was very tempting. Lin Yifei picked up a clam and sucked it gently. The tender clam meat slid into his mouth, accompanied by the aroma of chili. The rich taste made people unable to stop.

"This spicy fried clams is not bad either. It's very spicy and the clam meat is chewy." Lin Yifei said as he ate.

In addition to crabs and clams, they also tasted braised fish, garlic scallops and other seafood. Each dish was very delicious, and the delicious taste and plump meat made them feast. The three of them ate and chatted while enjoying this sumptuous seafood feast.

After eating seafood, the sky gradually darkened. The three of them came to the beach, ready to watch a wonderful folk performance. Many people had gathered in the square by the sea, and everyone was looking forward to the performance. The sea breeze blew gently, and the waves hit the shore, making a pleasant sound, as if playing a wonderful prelude to the performance.

The performance began, and the first to appear was the fisherman's song. A group of actors dressed in traditional fisherman's costumes walked onto the stage, their faces filled with simple smiles and full of enthusiasm for life. With an impassioned lead, the actors shouted in unison, and the high-pitched voices and heroic momentum instantly shocked the audience. The rhythm of the fisherman's song was sonorous and powerful, and the melody was ups and downs, as if people could see the scene of the fishermen working hard at sea, and feel their courage and tenacity in fighting the sea.

"Wow, this fisherman's song is so shocking and sounds so powerful." Li Xiao was deeply attracted by the performance. He stared at the stage without blinking, his face full of excitement.

Zhang Yuedong also said excitedly: "Yes, this sound seems to be able to penetrate people's hearts and make people feel the life atmosphere and spiritual outlook of the fishermen." His voice was full of appreciation for the performance, as if he was infected by the passionate call.

Lin Yifei said with emotion: "This is the charm of marine culture. Fishermen's songs are not only a form of music, but also a portrayal of the lives of fishermen, carrying their emotions and memories." He has a strong interest in folk culture, and this performance gave him a deeper understanding of marine culture. The actors' performances became more and more wonderful. Their movements were uniform and coordinated. Every note seemed to be a cry from the bottom of their hearts. The audience was also infected by their enthusiasm, and burst into warm applause and cheers from time to time. In this cheerful atmosphere, Li Xiao, Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei were also immersed in it, enjoying this feast of folk culture.

After watching the folk performance, the three of them came to the specialty store by the sea. The store was filled with a variety of specialties, which were dazzling and dazzling. There were exquisite shell crafts, sweet seaweed, delicious squid shreds, and various dried seafood, each of which exuded a strong ocean flavor.

"Wow, there are so many local specialties here. We can buy some to bring back for our family and friends." Li Xiao walked around the store excitedly, his eyes constantly looking at the various local specialties, as if he wanted to take home everything he liked.

Zhang Yuedong picked up a shell craft and admired it carefully. This shell craft is carefully made of various shells, with unique shapes, colorful and lifelike. The texture of the shell is clearly visible, and every detail is handled very delicately, which makes people sigh at the exquisite skills of the craftsmen.

"This shell handicraft is so beautiful. I want to buy one for my sister. She will definitely like it." Zhang Yuedong held the shell handicraft lovingly, with a happy smile on his face.

Lin Yifei was selecting seaweed. He said, "Seaweed is also a specialty here. It's nutritious and delicious. It's also nice to buy some and eat it as a snack." As he spoke, he picked up a few bags of seaweed and put them into the shopping cart.

The three of them spent a long time selecting in the store, and finally everyone returned with a full load. They walked on the beach with the specialties they bought, feeling the breeze, and their hearts were filled with beautiful memories of this trip. These specialties are not only a gift, but also a souvenir of their trip to Qinhuangdao, carrying their joy and touching moments here.

During the day in Qinhuangdao, Li Xiao, Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei experienced the majestic beauty of Shanhaiguan, tasted delicious seafood, watched wonderful folk performances, and bought many commemorative specialties. The unique charm of this coastal city made them linger and gave them a deeper understanding and experience of traveling in Hebei. They are looking forward to the next stop of the journey and believe that there will be more surprises and beauty waiting for them.

After arriving in Baoding, the three of them took a short rest and then headed straight to Baiyangdian. Baiyangdian, known as the "Pearl of North China", is famous for its vast waters, verdant reed marshes and beautiful lotus flowers. It is like a shining pearl inlaid on the North China Plain, exuding a unique water town charm.

The three of them came to the dock and boarded a small boat. The boatman rowed the boat skillfully, and the boat slowly sailed to the depths of Baiyangdian. The breeze blew on their faces, bringing bursts of fresh air, making people feel relaxed and happy.

Looking around, the vast waters are boundless, the lake water is clear and sparkling. On the lake, the green reeds sway in the wind, making rustling sounds, as if playing a beautiful piece of music. The leaves of the reeds are slender and soft, and they sparkle green under the sunlight. They grow densely together, forming a green ocean, making people feel like they are in a green fairy tale world.

"Wow, this reed marsh is so beautiful, it's like a natural painting." Li Xiao couldn't help but exclaim, his eyes sparkling with excitement. His voice echoed on the lake, breaking the tranquility around him.

Zhang Yuedong was also attracted by the beautiful scenery. He nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, this scenery is really intoxicating. It feels like time has slowed down." He took a deep breath, as if he wanted to inhale the fresh air into his lungs.

Lin Yifei quietly appreciated the surrounding scenery and said, "Baiyangdian not only has beautiful scenery, but also has a profound historical and cultural heritage. It used to be an anti-Japanese base and many inspiring stories took place here." He has a strong interest in history and culture. Along the way, he told everyone many historical stories about Baiyangdian, allowing everyone to have a deeper understanding of this land.

The boat continued to move forward, shuttling through the reeds. From time to time, a few water birds flew up from the reeds, flapping their wings, circling in the air for a few circles, and then disappeared into the reeds. The appearance of these water birds added a bit of vitality and vigor to this peaceful water area.

Soon, they came to a lotus pond. The scene in front of them made them brighten up. They saw lotus flowers blooming in the pond. The red, white, pink and various colors of lotus flowers competed with each other for beauty. The petals of the lotus flowers were as white as jade, and the stamens were golden and brilliant. They swayed gently in the breeze, emitting bursts of elegant fragrance. The lotus leaves were like big green umbrellas, floating on the water, shielding the lotus flowers from the sun.

"These lotus flowers are so beautiful, they are truly untainted by the mud." Li Xiao excitedly picked up the camera and kept taking pictures of these beautiful lotus flowers, wanting to freeze this wonderful moment forever.

Zhang Yuedong was also attracted by the beauty of the lotus. He carefully picked a lotus leaf, put it on his head, and said with a smile: "I also want to feel the charm of the water town." His actions made everyone laugh, and the atmosphere suddenly became relaxed and happy.

Lin Yifei carefully observed the shape and color of the lotus and said: "The lotus is not only beautiful, but also has high medicinal value. Its roots, stems, leaves, flowers and fruits can all be used as medicine." His knowledge reserve allowed everyone to have a better understanding of the lotus and feel the magic of nature more.

The three of them stayed by the lotus pond for a long time, enjoying the beautiful scenery. They also tasted the local lotus seeds, which were fresh, sweet and delicious, leaving people with an endless aftertaste.

After returning from Baiyangdian, the three of them were hungry, so they decided to try some of Baoding's specialties and experience the unique flavor of this city.

They came to a famous local restaurant, and as soon as they entered the door, they smelled a strong aroma. The restaurant was full of diners, everyone was enjoying the food with relish, and laughter echoed throughout the restaurant.

"I heard that Baoding's donkey meat hotpot is very famous, we must try it." Li Xiao said excitedly while looking at the menu.