As an avid travel enthusiast, I, Xu Tianyu, have had the dream of roaming the world since I was a child. Over the years, I have traveled not only to the north and south of China, but also to neighboring countries.
On a trip back from Thailand, my good friend, a Thai girl named Jingyi, expressed her envy for my wandering life and offered to travel with me to China.
As soon as I got off the plane, I noticed Jingyi looking around curiously. At first I thought she was just feeling novel, but when I asked softly, she asked the question: "Why is the airport here full of affluent people?" ”
We arrived at a busy China International Airport, and Jingyi was shocked by the bustling scene around her. The skyscrapers, the endless crowds, everything was new to her.
Jingyi looked around curiously, like a child who was interested in everything, and suddenly she whispered to me, "Why is everyone here dressed so fashionably and carrying branded luggage?" ”
I couldn't help but laugh and explained to her, "It's not just the rich here. In China, there are many people like me who love to travel, and many people choose to travel by plane because of work and other reasons. This airport is busy because of the large population of our country and the high demand for tourism.
With the development of the country's economy and the improvement of people's living standards, it is no longer the patent of the rich to dress fashionably and use high-end luggage. ”
After listening to my explanation, Jingyi suddenly realized, and said with a smile: "I thought I had entered the rich man's world by mistake!" ”
Outside the airport, we eagerly began our journey to discover the cuisine. I led Jing Yi through the streets and alleys, trying a variety of traditional Chinese snacks.
We first came to a lively snack street. The aroma of various delicacies such as pancakes, fried snacks, and tofu brains fills the face.
Jingyi tasted each snack with curiosity, especially the pancakes, which she praised for their rich taste, the crispiness of the pancakes, the aroma of the sauce, and the tenderness of the eggs.
Next, we tried the authentic Sichuan hot pot, which was full of spicy flavor and made Jingyi sweat but appreciated, she said, "This taste is really addictive!" ”
In addition to the food, China's natural beauty, history and culture are also the focus of the trip. We climbed the Great Wall together and felt the heaviness of history and the splendor of culture. Standing on the top of the Great Wall and looking at the mountains in the distance, Jingyi felt a deep sense of awe and pride.
She said excitedly: "This great project shows the wisdom and courage of the Chinese people, and it is unbelievable that they were able to build such a magnificent Great Wall in such an ancient era, and without the help of machinery like we have now." ”
Then, we visited the picturesque West Lake, with its beautiful mountains, green trees and red flowers, which made Jingyi feel like she was in a vivid Chinese ink painting. She paddled gently on the lake, enjoying the calm and harmony of nature, and praised: "The scenery here is so beautiful, like a living ink painting." ”
After enjoying the abundance of food and beautiful scenery, I found that Jingyi showed a strong interest in traditional Chinese culture. So, we visited a temple fair together.
The temple fair is a vibrant and fun traditional event in China. We deliberately chose a weekend to experience this ancient temple fair and local customs.
The temple fair was crowded and very lively. There are many food stalls, handicraft stalls, and entertainment facilities. A dragon dance performance caught Jingyi's attention, and she asked me curiously, "What kind of dance is this, and why are they performing like this?" ”
I explained to her, "It's a dragon dance, and it's part of traditional Chinese culture. The dragon symbolizes auspiciousness and strength in our culture, and the dragon dance is used to pray for good luck and a good harvest. ”
Jingyi enthusiastically joined the dragon dance team, and although her movements were slightly clumsy, her enthusiasm and participation won the applause of the audience.
After experiencing China's traditional culture and magnificent scenery, we came to one of the most prosperous cities in China - Shanghai.
Arriving in the bustling downtown Shanghai, with its high-rise buildings and flashing neon lights, Jingyi was once again shocked by the scene in front of her, and she said with emotion: "The prosperity here is really amazing, like a metropolis that never stops." ”
We strolled through the bustling Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and felt the vitality and prosperity of the city. Jingyi stopped in front of the major brand stores and was amazed by the dazzling array of products. She excitedly tried on the cheongsam and experienced the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
Despite the language barrier, Jingyi's smile and body language are enough to express her love and respect for the country.
When night falls, we climb the Oriental Pearl Tower, overlooking the night view of the entire downtown Shanghai, which is brilliantly lit and beautiful. Jingyi clasped my hand and said excitedly, "I have never seen such a beautiful night view!" ”
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Jingyi's trip to China is coming to an end. When saying goodbye at the airport, she said with emotion: "This trip has given me a new understanding of China, and I was deeply attracted by its beauty, prosperity and unique charm. ”
Just like fireworks, although short but gorgeous, this beautiful memory will forever be engraved in Jingyi's heart and become an unforgettable experience in her life.
As she parted, she said to me, "I will take this unforgettable experience back to my hometown and look forward to embarking on another journey to China in the future." ”
**10,000 Fans Incentive Plan I smiled and said goodbye to her, full of longing and expectation for the future.
Although Jingyi has returned to Thailand, the connection between us has not been interrupted. Through social **, she often shares what she has seen and heard during her travels in China, and those ** and words are full of love and nostalgia for this country.
She told me that after returning to Thailand, her friends often asked her about China. Therefore, she began to organize her "Chinese memories", hoping that through her own experience, more people can understand the real China.
Jingyi said that the most unforgettable thing for her was the heaviness of history she experienced on the Great Wall. Standing on those stones that have experienced thousands of years of wind and frost, as if she can feel the life and heartbeat of the ancients, she realized that the Great Wall is not only a great building, but also a witness of history and the pride of the nation.
In addition, she was also impressed by the Chinese cuisine. She especially misses the aroma of those street food, and the time I spent eating and sweating in a hot pot restaurant.