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In the early morning, the sunlight of Tubo City is like a golden veil, gently draped over the surface of Aydingkol Lake.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu stood by the lake. The lake surface was sparkling with tiny lights in the breeze, as if countless gems were jumping.

They were going to get on an off-road vehicle, their destination being Micheng. It would be a romantic journey across the desert and the oasis.

"We're finally setting off. I can't wait to experience the scenery along the way." Chen Ziyu said excitedly, with anticipation gleaming in his eyes.

Tan Yue smiled and gently rubbed Chen Ziyu's hair, "Don't worry, there will definitely be many surprises along the way."

Their vehicle was a black SUV, the trunk of which was filled with travel necessities: tents, sleeping bags, food and water, as well as photography equipment specially prepared by Chen Ziyu.

The car started slowly, left Aidin Lake and drove towards Shancheng.

On both sides of the road is the endless Gobi Desert.

Under the sunlight, the Flaming Mountain in the distance appears bright red, as if it is really burning.

Chen Ziyu couldn't help but take out his camera and took a lot of photos outside the window. "Ayue, look at this Huoyan Mountain, it's so spectacular, like a natural oil painting."

Tan Yue drove the car attentively, occasionally looking sideways at Huoyan Mountain, "Yes, this is a masterpiece of nature. Legend has it that Sun Wukong borrowed the banana fan here to put out the fire on Huoyan Mountain."

Although I have seen the Flaming Mountain many times in Tubo City, I am still amazed by its sight every time.

As the car moved forward, the temperature gradually rose.

The heat from the Gobi Desert hits you in the face, making you feel as if you are in a huge steamer.

Chen Ziyu turned on the car's air conditioner, and the cool air instantly filled the entire car.

"This weather is worthy of being called the Flaming Mountain. It's so hot that it's unbearable." Chen Ziyu sighed.

"Hold on a little longer, the Kumtag Desert in Shancheng is ahead. Once you get there, you can feel the coolness of the desert." Tan Yue comforted.

At noon, they arrived at the Kumtag Desert.

Standing on the edge of the desert and looking around, you can see the rolling sand dunes shining golden under the sunlight.

The desert and the city are closely connected, forming a unique landscape.

Chen Ziyu excitedly took off his shoes and stepped on the sand barefoot. The sand was hot, but it had a different touch.

"Wow, the sand is so hot, I feel like my feet are going to be roasted."

Tan Yue smiled and took out a parasol, opened it and handed it to Chen Ziyu, "Hurry up and don't get sunburned. Let's go ride a camel and feel the charm of the ship of the desert."

They rode camels and moved slowly through the desert.

The camel's steps were steady and rhythmic, raising a small cloud of dust with every step.

Chen Ziyu held the camel saddle tightly, feeling the vastness and mystery of the desert.

"Ayue, do you think we will encounter a mirage in the desert?" Chen Ziyu asked curiously.

"It's possible, but mirages are hard to come by. It depends on luck," Tan Yue replied.

After a few hours of playing in the desert, they returned to the car and continued driving east.

At this time, the sun was setting, the sky was dyed orange-red, and the Gobi Desert looked particularly tranquil under the afterglow of the setting sun.

"Ayue, look at this sunset, it's so beautiful." Chen Ziyu said softly, his eyes full of intoxication.

Tan Yue parked the car on the side of the road and pulled Chen Ziyu out of the car.

They stood on the Gobi Desert, quietly admiring the beautiful sunset.

The afterglow shone on them, outlining a happy silhouette of a couple.

"Tzuyu, watching such a beautiful scenery with you, I feel like the happiest person in the world." Tan Yue said affectionately, then gently embraced Chen Ziyu in his arms.

Chen Ziyu leaned in Tan Yue's arms, feeling his warmth, "Me too, I hope we can see more beautiful scenery together in the future."

As night fell, they found a safe place on the side of the road and set up their tent.

Chen Ziyu took out food and water from the car and prepared a simple dinner.

The two sat outside the tent, eating dinner and looking up at the starry sky.

"Ayue, look at the stars in the sky. There are so many of them and they are so bright." Chen Ziyu said excitedly, pointing to the sky.

The next morning, the sun shone through the cracks in the tent onto their faces.

Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue got up early, packed up the tent, and continued their journey.

Today’s destination is Wubao Ghost City in Micheng.

The car was driving on the road and the scenery outside the window kept changing.

Sometimes it is a vast Gobi Desert, and sometimes it is an oasis.

The poplar trees on the roadside are like guards, neatly arranged on both sides of the highway.

At noon, they arrived at Wubao Ghost City.

As soon as I got off the car, a wave of heat hit me in the face.

The landform here is peculiar. The Yadan landform has been formed into various shapes of mounds and gullies under the erosion of strong winds.

"This place feels so mysterious, like another world." Chen Ziyu exclaimed.

"Yes, this place is called the Devil City. Legend has it that at night, all kinds of strange noises will be heard here, like ghosts crying and wolves howling." Tan Yue said in a deliberately low voice.

Chen Ziyu was so scared that he grabbed Tan Yue's arm tightly, "Don't scare me, I'm timid."

Tan Yue smiled and patted Chen Ziyu's hand. "Don't be afraid, these are just legends. Let's go in and take a look. The Yadan landform here is very spectacular."

They followed the route of the scenic area and slowly walked into the Devil City.

Along the way, we saw many strange landscapes: some looked like castles, some looked like animals, and some looked like people.

Chen Ziyu kept taking pictures, wanting to record all the beautiful scenery.

"Ayue, look at this mound, does it look like an eagle spreading its wings ready to fly?" Chen Ziyu said, pointing to a mound.

Tan Yue looked at it carefully and said, "It really looks like it. Nature is truly amazing."

After spending a few hours in Devil's Town, they set off for downtown Michigan.

In the evening, we finally arrived at Micheng.

The city is brightly lit, forming a sharp contrast with the Gobi Desert and desert before.

"We've finally arrived at Secret City. It feels like we've traveled from one world to another." Chen Ziyu said with emotion.

Chen Ziyu found a hotel and completed the check-in procedures.

The two put down their luggage and came to the night market in Micheng.

The night market is bustling with activity and offers a wide variety of delicious food.

"Wow, there are so many delicious foods here. I don't know what to eat." Chen Ziyu looked at the stalls around him excitedly.

"Try this grilled lamb kebab. The lamb kebabs in Micheng are very famous." Tan Yue said as he bought a few lamb kebabs and handed them to Chen Ziyu.

Chen Ziyu took a bite, and the tender and juicy lamb spread in his mouth, exuding fragrance.

"Mm, it's delicious. This is the best lamb kebab I've ever eaten."

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They ate delicious food while strolling around the night market.

Chen Ziyu also bought some special handicrafts from Michigan and planned to take them back to give to his friends.

"Ayue, this trip was really fun. It relaxed both my body and mind." Chen Ziyu said, holding Tan Yue's hand.

"Just a little tired." Tan Yue looked at Chen Ziyu lovingly.

Chen Ziyu said shyly: "Yes, I am a little tired too. You have been driving for so long, you must be even more tired. Let's go back and rest early."

In the night market of Micheng, the two held hands and walked back to the hotel together.

The next day, Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu slept until they woke up naturally.

After getting up and washing up, the two found a small restaurant on the street and had breakfast.

After dinner, they came to the Micheng Museum.

This museum with a unique architectural style is like a treasure house of history, quietly telling the stories that have happened on this land.

As soon as they entered the museum, Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu were attracted by a huge map of the Silk Road in the center of the hall.

On the map, the winding lines seem to be the veins of time, closely connecting the Central Plains with the countries in the Western Regions. People can't help but imagine the prosperous scene of business exchanges and the sound of camel bells in the past.

"You see, Micheng is an important node on the Silk Road. It once gathered cultures from different regions and nationalities. It is like a cultural melting pot." Tan Yue pointed to the map and said to Chen Ziyu.

Chen Ziyu nodded slightly, his eyes full of longing and curiosity for this land.

Walking along the corridor of the exhibition hall, they came to the ancient history exhibition hall.

A large number of cultural relics are on display here, from the crude tools of the Stone Age to the exquisite utensils of the Bronze Age, from the silk fabrics of the Han Dynasty to the ceramic vessels of the Tang Dynasty. Each cultural relic is like a silent witness of history, silently narrating the glory and vicissitudes of the past.

Tan Yue stood in front of a Han Dynasty bronze mirror, staring at it for a long time.

Although the bronze mirror has gone through thousands of years, the mirror surface is still smooth, and the patterns on the back are exquisite, with smooth lines and lifelike.

"This bronze mirror is not only a practical tool, but also a work of art. It reflects the high level of craftsmanship and people's pursuit of beauty at that time." Tan Yue said softly.

Chen Ziyu leaned closer to the bronze mirror and carefully observed the patterns on it. She exclaimed: "The wisdom of the ancients is really endless. These patterns contain rich cultural connotations. It would be great if I could draw them."

Tan Yue looked at her quietly from the side, his eyes full of love and appreciation.

During the visit, they also met a museum guide.

The tour guide was a warm and cheerful Uyghur girl who was dressed in traditional ethnic costume and had a bright smile.

Seeing that Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu were so interested in the cultural relics, she took the initiative to introduce them to them in detail.

From the historical background of the cultural relics to the production process, from the cultural connotations to the stories behind them, the tour guide told them vividly, making Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu feel as if they had traveled through time and space and returned to that distant era.

"Look, this painted pottery jar is a relic from the Neolithic Age. It has a unique shape and bright colors. The patterns on it reflect people's lives at that time." The tour guide said, pointing to a painted pottery jar.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu moved closer to the painted pottery jar and carefully observed the patterns on it.

Those simple yet mysterious lines seem like codes left by the ancients, waiting for future generations to decipher.

"These patterns look like people dancing and hunting. Does this mean that people at that time already had a rich spiritual life?" asked Tan Yue.

The guide smiled and nodded: "Yes, these patterns not only reflect the production and life at that time, but also reflect people's yearning for a better life and pursuit of art."

In the folk exhibition hall of the museum, Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu appreciated the rich and colorful folk culture of the Micheng area.

Traditional costumes, daily necessities, handicrafts, etc. of many ethnic groups including the Uyghur and Kazakh are displayed here.

Colorful Adras silk, exquisite embroidery, and beautiful wood carvings, each exhibit exudes a strong ethnic style. Chen Ziyu was attracted by a piece of traditional Uyghur clothing. She gently touched the embroidery on the clothes and exclaimed: "This embroidery craftsmanship is so exquisite. Every stitch and every thread is full of ethnic wisdom and emotion."

The tour guide told them that these traditional handicrafts have been passed down from generation to generation. They are not only material cultural heritage, but also a symbol of national spirit.

After visiting the Micheng Museum, Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu were filled with awe for history and love for culture.

They walked out of the museum, the sunlight shining on them made them feel particularly warm.

"This visit was really rewarding. I have a deeper understanding of the history of Michigan," said Chen Ziyu with emotion.

Tan Yue smiled and said, "Yes, these cultural relics and folk culture are the source of our creation. I want to go back and make a movie about the history and culture of the Western Regions."

Chen Ziyu's eyes lit up: "Really? Then we must have a good tour."

Tan Yue nodded and took Chen Ziyu's hand.

After a short rest, they came to the Muqam Heritage Center.

Muqam is a large-scale comprehensive art form of the Uyghur people, integrating multiple artistic elements such as music, dance, poetry, and drama. It is known as the "Mother of Uyghur Music."

In the inheritance center, the melodious Muqam music flows into their hearts like a clear spring.

As you enter the hall of the heritage center, a huge mural of a Muqam performance scene comes into view.

On the murals, the actors are dressed in gorgeous costumes, holding various musical instruments, singing and dancing, with happy smiles on their faces.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu stood in front of the mural and were infected by the warm atmosphere.

"This is the charm of Muqam. It can make people feel the vitality of life and the beauty of life," said Tan Yue.

Afterwards, they came to the performance hall and happened to catch a Muqam performance.

On the stage, the actors displayed the unique charm of Muqam to the fullest with their superb skills and affectionate performance.

The passionate music, cheerful dance, and beautiful poetry made Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu immersed in it, as if they were in a fantasy art world. (End of this chapter)