China is a colorful country with amazing places and cultures. In this blog, we will introduce five most attractive places that you can’t miss if you are planning to go for a travel in China!
Beijing
Beijing, the capital of China for over 850 years, is the first choice for many travellers. A perfect combination of classic elegance and modernity, it is the best Chinese destination to give you a better understanding of the country. You can wander around the Forbidden City to feel the dignity of the city; or you can walk along the criss-crossing hutongs and enjoy yourself in everyday local life.
Xi’an
If you want to feel the history of China over the past 1,000 years, you can go to Beijing; however, if you want to experience the 5,000 years’ history of this ancient, oriental land, Xi’an is the best travel destination in China. As one of the four major capitals of ancient civilisation (together with Athens, Cairo, and Rome), Xi’an is the home of Chinese civilisation. The Silk Road starts from here, stretching through West China to the Mediterranean.
Guilin
Guilin, a peaceful city lying in the hilly south-western area of the country, is among the top Chinese destinations for its extraordinary natural scenery. The unique karst landscape with its four features, namely green hills, clear water, fantastic caves, and oddly-shaped rocks, makes it a famous tourist attraction.
Chengdu
Visiting the lovely giant pandas must be on everyone’s to-do list when planning a tour of the best Chinese destinations. Many cities have zoos with space for pandas, but the best place to get close to them is Chengdu for sure! Visiting Chengdu is also a treat for food lovers. Jin li Street is a great place to have a taste of well-known Sichuan food. Besides, you can also enjoy the comfortable atmosphere.
1. What can you do in Beijing?A.Enjoy the oddly-shaped rocks. | B.Have a taste of Sichuan food. |
C.Walk around the Forbidden City. | D.Learn the history of the Silk Road. |
A.Beijing. | B.Xi’an. | C.Guilin. | D.Chengdu. |
A.Another attractive place in China. | B.The introduction to karst landscape. |
C.Tips for travelling around the world. | D.The contact information of a museum. |
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【推荐1】Top Kid-Friendly Summer Vacations
Dude Ranch
If you have little cowboys and cowgirls at home, thrill them by visiting a dude ranch(度假牧场) on your next vacation. Your children can learn about nature, enjoy horse back riding, and gain an entirely new perspective. You can choose between programs that have you spending quality time with your kids, and programs that are for children only. This summer, experience the perfect combination of work and play, and enjoy the great outdoors at a dude ranch!
For more information, visit: www.Ranchweb.com
Six Flags Great Adventure
Review a classic vacation by visiting one of the most renowned theme park chains in the country. With locations all over the US, there’s sure to be a Six Flags near you. Take the whole family and be back at work on Monday. Escape the summer heat with countless water rides, or get excited with a thrill ride. Take your kids to have brunch with Bugs Bunny, or check out the new Safari Park, where you can interact with real animals.
For more information, visit:www.sixflags. com
Rosewell UFO Festival
Do you have sci-fi fans in your household? Encourage their interests and experience a special vacation at the annual Rosewell UFO Festival, held every year in early July. Come in costume if you wish, and join the parade. Attend lectures by famous authors and researchers, or watch up-and-coming bands perform. Even if you’re not a believer, you can still enjoy the artwork, music, and great celebration.
For more information, visit: www.roswellufofestival. com
Earthplace
Being green is not easy, but it can be fun if you visit the exhibits at Earthplace in Westport, Connecticut. This 62-acre wildlife reserve is committed to educating the public about the environment and promoting positive action to preserve nature. The exhibits provide hands-on features that make learning fun for your kids. After touring the exhibits, visit the garden and the playground, and enjoy the summer weather.
For more information, visit: www. earthplace. org
1. What do Dude Ranch and Six Flags Great Adventure have in common?A.They are suitable for a family vacation. | B.They only provide programs for kids. |
C.They allow people to have brunch. | D.They provide thrill rides. |
A.Travel in space. | B.Act on the stage. |
C.Watch bands perform. | D.Give lectures. |
A.Dude Ranch. | B.Six Flags Great Adventure. |
C.Rosewell UFO Festival. | D.Earthplace. |
【推荐2】4 Most walkable cities in Europe
Seville, SpainSeville in Spain takes the top spot as Europe’s most walkable city, offering the shortest walking route between the top four tourist attractions.Visitors can explore the impressive Plaza de Espana public square, before wandering over to the UNESCO-listed palace of Real Alcazar and Seville Cathedral. After that, it’s only a short trip on foot to visit the beautiful Barrio Santa Cruz neighbourhood.
Venice, ItalyVenice is well-known as a heaven for pedestrians (行人), so it’s no surprise it ranks as the second best location for walkable city breaks. There are endless alleyways to explore, as well as plenty of beautiful bridges over the crisscrossing canals that the city is famous for. Just under half an hour of walking here will take you on a tour of the impressive Grand Canal, Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Square, Basilica and bell tower, all in only 1.3 miles.
Porto, PortugalNestled along Portugal’s picturesque coast, Porto comes in third with its top attractions all covered by a 30-minute walking route. Meander along the Dom Luís I Bridge over the Douro River, head to the Clérigos Church Bell Tower and enjoy a riverfront walking place along the Cais da Ribeira. The Stock Exchange Palace is also just a short walk away.
Florence, ItalyFlorence, Italy, secures its place as the fourth most walkable city in Europe thanks to its stunning attractions that can be seamlessly explored on foot. A 1.6 mile route covers the awe-inspiring Piazzale Michelangelo; the famous Uffizi Gallery; the Piazza del Duomo where you will be amazed at the magnificent Florence Cathedral; and the Galleria dell’Accademia, home to Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the statue of David.
1. How long is probably the walking route in Seville?A.1.1 miles. | B.1.3 meters. | C.1.6 meters. | D.1.8 meters. |
A.Seville. | B.Venice. | C.Porto. | D.Florence. |
A.To compare the four cities. |
B.To show the benefits of walking. |
C.To stress the importance of traveling. |
D.To attract visitors to walk in these cities. |
【推荐3】If you like traveling, these less known places in New York City (NYC) are sure to create good memories that last a lifetime.
The High Line Park
The High Line Park has been only recently developed, so it is one of NYC’s most beautiful places and one of the most unique (独特的) places you could ever hope to find. It is nothing like your city park. Instead of being a park of trees, grass, and benches, it is built entirely on the top of an old above ground railway line.
The Cloisters
The Cloister is a branch (分支) of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which is located in northern Manhattan’s Fort Tryon Park. It is filled with gardens and medieval (中世纪的) art and buildings. If you’re looking for a memorable experience, it is sure to be a good choice.
The Dream House
If you don’t like art museums or concert halls, you can choose the Dream House on Tribeca’s Church Street. It was created in 1993 by a married couple La Monte Young, a musician, and his wife Marian Zazeela. In the Dream House, every move that visitors make in the Dream House creates a different series of sounds. Meanwhile, fantastic pink lighting guides them through their journey.
Greenacre Park
If you have ever wished you could sit next to a surprising waterfall, you can go Greenacre Park. Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan on 5lst Street, this “pocket park” has a 25-foot waterfall, quiet greenery and benches.
1. What do we know about the High Line Park?A.It is full of tall trees. | B.It hasn’t been finished. |
C.It has so many works of art. | D.It is built on the top of a railway line. |
A.An old train. | B.Light of different colors. |
C.The Middle Ages’ art. | D.A surprising waterfall. |
A.The High Line Park. | B.The Dream House. |
C.The Cloisters. | D.Greenacre Park. |
【推荐1】Four adventurous novels will quickly take you away on an epic journey without leaving your couch.
This Tender Land
by William Kent Krueger
It is about four Creat Depression orphans who flee their harsh school in a canoe down the Mississippi. This is a historical fiction novel that not only captures the time and place of the Great Depression but the characters that lived through it. It is packed with so much heart that you won’t be able to put it down.
Lonesome Dove
by Larry McMurtry
I’ve always been attracted by the idea of the Wild West, and really Lonesome Dove is considered one of the best western novels out there. The book follows Jake Spoon, a former Texas Ranger, who’s on the run from a sheriff (治安官) from Arkansas and would love to be anywhere but Lonesome Dove. Truly this story is about carving out a place for yourself in the world.
Out of Darkness, Shining Light
by Petina Gappah
Based on true events, this novel follows the incredible journey of the men and women who carried Dr. Livingston’s body and all of his work across Africa so that he could be returned to England and all of his research could be preserved. This is a powerful and adventurous story that leads the reader on a winding tale as his loyal followers attempt to get the Scottish doctor home.
The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters
by Balli Kaur Jaswal
This family drama truly feels like an adventure as you flip through its pages. At the last request of their dying mother, three estranged (疏远的) British born Punjabi sisters are forced to take a pilgrim’s tour (朝圣之旅) to Amritsar together. This is a powerful and evocative (唤起感情的) travel story from the perspective of three very different women. Together they learn about themselves, about their mother and their lives.
1. Who wrote a historical fiction novel?A.William Kent Krueger. | B.Larry McMurtry. |
C.Petina Gappah. | D.Balli Kaur Jaswal. |
A.This Tender Land |
B.Lonesome Dove |
C.Out of Darkness, Shining Light |
D.The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters |
A.Because they learn about themselves. |
B.Because their mother likes travelling. |
C.Because they are very fond of travelling. |
D.Because their dying mother asks them to do so. |
【推荐2】Yinqixing Indoor Skiing Site, formerly known as Hokkaido Indoor Ski Resort, is the first indoor skiing site in Asia, which covers an area of 100. 8thousand square meters and the ski track is 380 meters in length and 80 meters in width, with the maximum drop of 42 meters. There are three sections of snow runs and a huge platform for practicing, which are suitable for skiing enthusiasts of various skiing degrees. The temperature in the skiing site maintains below -2℃ all the year round. Snow thickness ranges from 30 cm to 50 cm.
Location
No. 1835, Qishen Road, Qibao Town, Shanghai
Ticket Price
Ordinary time: Adults: ¥138; Children: ¥80
On weekends: Adults: ¥158; Children: ¥100
Opening Hours
9:30 to 22:30 from Monday to Thursday and Sunday;
9:30 to 24:00 on Friday and Saturday; It will stop selling tickets after 21:00.
How to get more information
You can click here Yinqixing Indoor Skiing Site or directly call 021-64788666/021-63816698.
1. How much should a Dad with his kid pay for the tickets on a Saturday?A.¥138. | B.¥158. |
C.¥218. | D.¥258. |
A.The kids. | B.The teachers. |
C.The parents with kids. | D.The people loving skiing. |
A.A website. | B.A brochure. |
C.A magazine. | D.A newspaper. |
【推荐3】Harbin Ice Festival 2022
Ever think of what Elsa's ice palace might look like in real life? Ice stairs, ice walls, and ice towers? When winter approaches, Harbin turns into a kingdom of ice and snow.
The annual Harbin Ice and Snow Festival opens in late December and lasts for around 3 months, till late February.
What’s new for Harbin Ice Festival.
Every year, there’s a unique theme for the Ice Festival. For 2022, there will be tributes (歌颂) to the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. You will find the whole park is like a huge Winter Olympics venue (场地)!
A huge Snowflake Ferris Wheel (摩天轮) has already been built inside the park. Visitors will be able to ride on the Ferris Wheel and overlook the ice castles in early 2023. For this upcoming festival, the highlight may be when the giant Snowflake is colorfully lit up at night, shining high in the sky.
Yearly Time Line
Dates | Activities |
Early December | Ice Harvest |
December | Carving and Building |
Christmas period | Unofficial Opening |
Jan. 5, 2022 | Opening Ceremony |
Jan. 21 to Feb. 15, 2022 | Special Celebrations for Chinese New Year |
Late Feb.to early Mar. | Ice and snow sculptures start to melt |
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Tickets to Harbin Ice and Snow World are on sale now!
·Dec. 25, 2021-Jan. 5, 2022: ¥170/person (half price for children)
·Jan. 6, 2022-Feb. 28, 2022: ¥230/person (half price for children)
Contact us for available tour dates be fore they are fully booked.
Attention
As long as the ice and snow sculptures are open to visitors, it is impossible to take photos of the charming ice buildings without any visitors in! This might be different from what you see in the media (that have special access).
1. What can visitors do during Harbin Ice Festival 2022?A.Visit Elsa’s real ice palace. |
B.Watch Winter Olympics events. |
C.Take the Snowflake Ferris Wheel. |
D.Enjoy the colorfully lighted Snowflake. |
A.¥425. | B.¥510. | C.¥575. | D.¥690. |
A.A travel review. | B.A tourism website. |
C.A tourism scrapbook. | D.A travel magazine. |