The world’s most brilliant museums provide their visitors an awesome experience of observing the greatest works of art close up, while safeguarding their impressive collections for future generations.
THE VATICAN MUSEUMS, VATICAN CITY, ITALY
While Vatican City is home to the Roman Catholic Church’s governing body and its head, the pope (教皇), this small sovereign city-state (主权城市国家) within Rome offers a we alth of cultural attractions open to visitors of any faith. A must-visit is the Vatican Museums, showcasing masterpieces from the Catholic Church’s extensive collection, including renowned Roman sculptures and vital works of Renaissance art.
Highlights: famous for its beautiful ceiling painted by Michelangelo.
THE BRITISH MUSEUM, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
The British Museum was the first national museum to cover all fields of human knowledge. No other museum is responsible for collections of the same depth and significance. Its eight million objects allow us to explore the extraordinary diversity of human cultures.
Highlights: the world’s second finest collection of Egyptian antiquities (古物) outside Egypt.
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, NEW YORK, USA
“The Met” is the largest art museum in the United States. Presenting over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy, the Met is always eager to be more than a treasury of rare and beautiful objects.
Highlights: its European sculptures and American paintings.
THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION, WASHINGTON DC, USA
The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 19 museums and the National Zoo. The Institution was founded in 1846 with funds from the Englishman James Smithson (1765-1829) according to his wishes “under the name of the Smithsonian Institution, an establishment for the increase of knowledge.”
Highlights: the Apollo 11 command module is on the bucket list of most visitors.
1. What is a notable feature of the Vatican Museums?| A．Largest art museum in the world. |
| B．First national museum in the world. |
| C．Famous for its Michelangelo-painted ceiling. |
| D．Storing the world’s finest collection of American paintings. |
| A．Roman sculptures. | B．Egyptian antiquities. |
| C．The Apollo 11 command module. | D．European sculptures and American paintings. |
| A．To house a vast collection of European sculptures. |
| B．To rival the Vatican Museums in cultural significance. |
| C．To protect the world’s largest collection of Egyptian antiquities. |
| D．To fulfill the wishes of James Smithson for the increase of knowledge. |
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【推荐1】What comes to mind when you think of a museum? Valuable exhibits? Relaxed atmosphere? Here let's encounter some special museums.
The Museum of Bad Art
The Museum of Bad Art based in Boston, Massachusetts, will bring you a quite different visual experience. As its name implies, all pieces have made their way to the museum for being too bad to be ignored.
All the paintings have been found in yard sales, rescued from the trash or donated to the museum. When viewing such a large collection of failed art, be prepared to laugh your head off.
Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum
Established in 1984 and opened to the public in 1987, the Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum sits in a complex of grand buildings in the architectural style of the Han Dynasty.
The distinctive museum consists of two sections. The aboveground part features models of tombs from the Stone Age to the Han Dynasty. The underground one contains 22 tombs from Henan Province. The tomb of Emperor Xuanwu of Northern Wei is the highlight of the museum.
The Underwater Museum
Fancy an undersea exploration but have no idea where to go? Then the Underwater Museum at the bottom of Lake Grublsee in Austria can be a good choice.
This incredible museum is perfect for adventurous divers, which surely gives visitors a unique experience. It houses not only copies of ancient people and cultural relics, but also fun, strange pieces like the Statue of Liberty, aliens and skeletons (骨架).
Upside Down House
Another strange museum is the Upside Down House in St. Petersburg. It features an apartment where everything is turned upside down.
When you walk into the house, you will feel quite confused and find the entire museum very impressive. With each item in the apartment turned head over heels, you would experience the illusion (错觉) that comes with standing on the ceiling.
1. Which museum best suits diving enthusiasts?| A．Upside Down House. | B．The Museum of Bad Art. |
| C．The Underwater Museum. | D．Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum. |
| A．Enjoy a big collection of failed art. | B．See several copies of cultural relics. |
| C．Experience visual illusion in person. | D．Visit historical and grand buildings. |
| A．They are located in Europe. | B．They focus on human nature. |
| C．They show respect for life. | D．They are special museums. |
【推荐2】Through the following four cultural relics, the world has known about Korea’s cultural treasures.
Pulguksa Temple
Pulguksa Temple plays an important part in the history of Korean temples. The building of Pulguksa Temple began in 751. In the year 774 the large temple was finished, becoming an important center for Korean national-protection Buddhism (佛教). The way used to create the store structure gave the temple a look of beauty. The building thus represents the excellent Korean sculpting (雕刻).
Sokkuram Cave
Sokkuram Cave is a man-made cave, which has been sculpted from white stone in special sculpting ways. In the cave, a seated Buddha is the main statue. On the walls around him are found 38 other statues and the Four Heavenly Kings. This stone cave is one of Korea’s greatest places, built when Shilla’s religion, science and sculpture were at the height. It shows Shilla’s knowledge of math, physics and art.
Haeinsa Temple
Haeinsa Temple’s Changgyong Panjon is a worldclass cultural treasure. It has 81,340 wooden blocks. Millions of Chinese characters were caved on the blocks. In addition to its artistic value, it is famous as the oldest Buddhist canon (教义) in the world today. The building is beautiful. What’s more important is that its design allows for natural wind as well as temperature control. Each book is 69.5cm in width and 23.9cm in height. There are 23 lines on each of the blocks and each line contains fourteen characters.
Changdokkung palace
Changdokkung palace, one of the five places of the Chosen Dynasty, was built in 1405. The oldest structure is Tonhwammun Gate. Other ancient buildings include Injongjon hall, Sonjongjon Hall and Taejojon Hall. The back garden for kings remains a great example of the ancient Korean scenery.
1. What do we know about Pulguksa Temple?| A．It is the largest temple in the world. |
| B．It allows for temperature control. |
| C．It was built with white stone. |
| D．It took more than 20 years to build it. |
| A．Pulguksa Temple |
| B．Sokkuram Cave |
| C．Haeinsa Temple |
| D．Changdokkung palace |
| A．Haeinsa Temple has millions of stone blocks. |
| B．Tourists can learn about ancient king’ lives in Changdokkung palace. |
| C．Koreans learnt from Chinese to build all the four cultural relics. |
| D．The Four heavenly kings are the main statues of Sokkuram Cave. |
【推荐3】Here are four universities in Germany that offer free tuition for their students.
Technical University of Munich (TUM)This university is the best technical university in Germany. It was established in 1868 by King Ludwig II. The university was renamed Technische Universitat Munchen in 1970. Its alumni (校友) included several Nobel Prize winners, including Konrad Emil Bloch for Medicine or Physiology and Robert Huber for Chemistry. This free university offers undergraduate degrees in Aerspace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Information Science, Nuclear Technology, and Agricultural Sciences and others.
Munich University of Applied Sciences (MUAS)Established in 1971, it is the largest university of applied sciences in Bavaria, and the second largest in Germany. It was established following the merger (合并) of seven colleges of higher education. It offers a variety of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in different subjects. It holds partnerships with more than 200 universities across Europe, North and South America, and Asia. Approximately 13% of its students come from abroad.
Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU)LMU, founded in 1472, is a renowned European university known for its academics and research, As a top European research university, LM covers many subjects, including humanities, law, economics, medicine, and natural sciences. LMU has 18 faculties and an excellent library system. They emphasize creative thinking, problem - solving, and research in their academic programs.
Academy of Media Arts Cologne( KHM)The Academy was founded in 1990, also known as KHM in German. It is a public academic institution that offers a special and unique concept of study: instead of separating the field s of film, television, art, design and theory, they are integrated into a single course of study leading to a diploma in Audiovisual Media. It is home to over 400 students, with nearly 50% international students.
1. What do we know about Munich University of Applied Sciences?| A．It is the biggest university in Germany. |
| B．It was formed by combining several colleges. |
| C．It owns an excellent library system. |
| D．It has some Nobel Prize winners in its history. |
| A．TUM. | B．LMU. | C．KHM. | D．MUAS. |
| A．It was founded by a king. | B．It is a private academy. |
| C．It has fewer international students. | D．It only provides one program. |
【推荐1】The Bay Hotel. It’s a quiet, comfortable hotel overlooking the bay in an uncommercialised Cornish fishing village on England’s most southerly point. If pop music is no longer your strong point, and you are considering a relaxing holiday where the scenery is breathtaking and the sound of the sea is live music to your ears, come and stay with us. For adults only. Sssh! Don’t tell everyone! 01326 280464
Willapark Manor Hotel. Peaceful situation in 14 acres of separated gardens and woodland, overlooking picturesque bay. Close to coastal path and beach. Excellent cuisine. Our excellent service brings our guests back year after year. Children (reductions) and pets welcome. 01840 770782
The Country Garden Hotel. Delightful hotel set in lovely gardens; calm Island of Wight near Tennyson Downs, Great food! Garden, sea view and ground floor rooms. Please call for brochure (服务指南) and sample menu. Adults only and pets welcome. 0800 980 1943
Boscastle. Romantic 17th Century farmer’s cottage in countryside with splendid coastal views. Well-equipped. Sleeps 5. Regret no pets / smoking. Garden with furniture. Brochure; 01633 450417
Godshill. 4 star self-served units. Non smoking. Sleeps 2—4. Open all year. Good walks. Close to pubs. Peaceful. Cosy. No pets. Brochure: 01983 840371
The Blakeney Hotel. Overlooking harbour, traditional privately owned friendly hotel with bedrooms, lift, heated indoor pool, spa bath and saunas. Relax, walk, sail, play golf, explore the villages, countryside and coast. Special seasonal midweek price for aged citizens. 01263 740797
S W France. Rural setting near Cordes. Two beautifully repainted old houses, sleep 4 / 5, Gardens, woodland, pool, views, excellent walks. Available all year round. Outstanding. 01962 776967
1. All of the following hotels are close to the sea EXCEPT _________.| A．S W France |
| B．The Blakeney Hotel |
| C．Willapark Manor Hotel |
| D．The Country Garden Hotel |
| A．The Country Garden Hotel |
| B．Willapark Manor Hotel |
| C．The Bay Hotel |
| D．Boscastle |
| A．young people | B．elderly people |
| C．foreign guests | D．students |
People are cager to get out of their houses, but not badly enough to get on a plane. The solution? A good old-fashioned road trip. As many states make travel rules less strict, they're encouraging people to move around within their home state to help increase local business. A road trip in one's vehicle allows for a sense of control and you know whose germs(细菌) are in your space.
The prioritization(优先) of cleanliness
Travelers generally expect a clean hotel room when they arrive, and now expectations will be higher than ever. We're about to become concerned with cleanliness to the point that it could become the top priority of hotels, more so than comfortable beds and good service.
Checking list can show whether hosts are practicing strict new clean guidelines, including a24-hour waiting period between bookings.
The new appeal of nature
Travelers will be rightly nervous about crowds and anxious to avoid them. That will result in an explosion of visitors to national parks and other places where crowds are less likely to be met with. This could be the start of the golden age of camping，as people want to get outside while keeping social distance.
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Health is at the forefront of everyone's minds these days, and it is safe to say it'll stay therefore a long time yet. Meanwhile, people are sick of being indoors, so tourism is likely to reflect an increasing desire to promote good health while getting outside. Intrepid Travel's CEO James told The Times, "If 2020 proves to be a year we spend a lot of time indoors, 2021 will be about getting outdoors and getting active, with tours centred around things like cycling and hiking."
1. Taking a road trip is encouraged to__________| A．replace a tiring journey by air | B．prevent germs from spreading |
| C．improve drivers' control of the vehicle | D．promote local economic development |
| A．Hotels should put comfort in the first place. |
| B．Travelers should book a room 24 hours ahead. |
| C．Camping is a good choice to avoid crowds. |
| D．People tend to get sick after staying long indoors. |
| A．The rise of health tourism |
| B．The routine of keeping fit |
| C．The benefit of getting active |
| D．The importance of health care |
【推荐3】Welcome to Scotland
Please come to Scotland to discover its most famous scientific thinkers, enjoy expert talks and explore Scottish historical sites.
Day 1: The Double Tree by Hilton Glasgow Central
After checking in the Double Tree by Hilton Glasgow Central, you’ll meet your fellow guests to hear opening comments from the tour leader and then enjoy two lectures from author Dr Craig Smith and research fellow Dr Bill Jenkins. Then you’ll have dinner together in the hotel.
Day 2: The Hunterian Museum
After breakfast, we shall walk to Glasgow’s Hunterian Museum, the oldest museum in Scotland. In the afternoon, you’ll take a 90-minute meeting in the company of Dr Carol Trager- Cowan. Then in the evening, Dr Bill Jenkins will give a second lecture.
Day 3: The Falkirk Wheel, Whitelee Windfarm, Edinburgh and Thirlestane Castle
In the morning, you’ll board a comfortable bus for the 40-minute journey to the Falkirk Wheel. In the afternoon, you’ll travel south of Glasgow to Whitelee Windfarm. After checking into the MacDonald Holyrood Hotel & Spa in Edinburgh, you’ll take a short drive out of the city to visit Thirlestane Castle. You’ll dine in one historic private dining room.
Day 4: Check Out
After breakfast, the tour has finished. If you travel by bus to Glasgow, we’ll gladly give you a lift back there or we’d like to have you stay for some extra nights in Edinburgh to explore the city.
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1. What can tourists do on both Day 1 and Day 2?| A．Visit a museum. | B．Have free meals. |
| C．Attend a meeting. | D．Listen to lectures. |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
| A．A website. | B．A film review. | C．A textbook. | D．A game poster. |
【推荐1】Want to pick up an impressive piece of artwork from the comfort of your sofa? Check out our pick of art dealers and upcoming auctions (拍卖) online.
FOREST GALLERY
For the past four decades, West Sussex based Forest Gallery has shown a selection of modern and traditional artwork from both British and international artists. Hundreds of artworks are available to purchase online, with free UK delivery for purchases over £250. forestgallery.com
SISTER7
The very first women’s gallery in Darwin, Australia, Sister7 is an Aboriginal women’s art gallery that features painted works from 17 professional artists. Sister7 provides a respectable platform for the artists to share both their work and their ancient stories. All artworks can be purchased via the website at sister7.gallery.
UPRISE ART
A self-described, ‘gallery for the next generation of art collectors’, Uprise Art focuses on eye-catching modern pieces from new New York artists. It features a varied media collection from works on paper to large-size sculptures, plus an ‘Art Under $800’ section for those new to art or looking for a range for gifting. upriseart.com
IMPRESSIONIST & MODERN ART
Sotheby’s London online auction features paintings, sculptures and works on paper from 19th- and 20th-century artists. Browse and bid (投标) via Sotheby’s website or app at 1pm on 7 April. There’s also a ‘Buy Now’ section for those who prefer not to bid. sothebys.com
MODERN BRITISH & 20TH CENTURY ART
Expect to be overwhelmed (压倒) by the choice of Modern British and 20th-century artworks in this two-part auction. The first is a live online auction; the second is a timed auction. Bid via the free live online service, or phone bidding at 10am on 20 April or 6pm on 25 April. sworder.co.uk
1. Which dealer is your best choice if you’re interested in artworks but unfamiliar with it?| A．SISTER 7. |
| B．UPRISE ART. |
| C．FOREST GALLARY. |
| D．IMPRESSIONIST & MODERN ART. |
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．All artworks are available to purchase via forestgallery.com. |
| B．You will purchase whatever artworks you want at sister7.gallery. |
| C．MODERN BRITISH & 20TH CENTURY AR Tisa good choice to purchase a gift. |
| D．IMPRESSIONIST & MODERN ART offers customers who don’t like bid another choice. |
| A．To persuade readers to purchase artwork. |
| B．To recommend popular artworks to readers. |
| C．To introduce art online and auctions offline. |
| D．To give readers information to pick up artworks. |
| A．On the art website. | B．In a book review. |
| C．In a travel journal. | D．In a fashion magazine. |
【推荐2】Visitors will find some of the best skiing in France. France offers a wide variety of skiing areas suitable for everyone, from beginners to the best in the world.
Val d’Isere
Val d’Isere, linked with the neighboring Tignes, makes up Espace Killy area. Named after the famous three — time Olympic gold medalist Jean-Claude Killy who grew up skiing in the area, the Val d’Isere base sits at 6,069 feet. This altitude is paired with consistent snowfall and Europe’s largest snow-making capacity.
La Rosiere
La Rosiere is a historic mountain town sitting in the heart of the Saint Bernard Pass. Because it’s close to the Italian border, it’s often called the most Italian area in Savoy. La Rosiere is an excellent destination for middle skiers and even advanced skiers.
Les Trois Vallees
Les Trois Vallees or the Three Valleys is home to a group of interconnected ski resorts that create the largest ski area in the world. Courchevel is the largest ski resort in the area, with over 90miles of skiable trails. This area attracts all levels, with almost a third of the routes being beginner-friendly. Courchevel is also known to attract a special crowd, including Prince William and Kate Middleton.
Avoriaz
You can find Avoriaz in the Portes du Soleil area, which makes up the second largest ski region in the country. The entire region comprises 12 resorts and over 40 miles of area that cross into Switzerland. One pass will grant you access to all the lifts in the area, making it possible to ski in two countries on the same day. Avoriaz is the snowiest resort in France and is also unique in that the resort itself is car-free! Visitors reach the resort by cable car and then get around by walking, skiing, or horse-drawn sleigh (雪橇).
1. What is Espace Killy named after?| A．A place for holding the Olympics. | B．A place connecting Val d’Isere. |
| C．A famous athlete. | D．A neighbor city of Val d’Isere. |
| A．People can ride horses there. | B．Cars are not allowed there. |
| C．It’s very quiet and unique. | D．It’s a very large ski resort. |
| A．They are close to another country. | B．They offer the service of cable cars. |
| C．They lie in the Saint Bernard Pass. | D．They’re both Italian ski regions. |
【推荐3】The annual South Boston St. Patrick’s Day parade will be held on Sunday, March 17, beginning at 1 p.m. ET. This is the 119th-annual parade for the historically-Irish city, and always falls on the Sunday closest to St. Patrick’s Day. This year, it luckily falls on the day of the holiday itself.
The Route
According to the Allied War Veterans Council, the parade will start at 1 p.m. at Broadway station and move up West Broadway. It will continue on East Broadway, take a right on P Street, then a right onto East Fourth Street.
From East Fourth Street, it will turn left onto K Street, then right onto East Fifth Street, where it will continue until taking a left onto G Street. It will stay left of South Boston High School to Thomas Park, and follow the park until it takes a left at Telegraph Street and another left to Dorchester Street. The parade will stay on Dorchester Street until its end in Andrew Square.
How to participate
If you’re local to the area or traveling especially to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, you can, of course, attend the parade in person. But for everyone else, there are a few options on how to watch it live.
Local stations NBC10 Boston and NECN will air the parade on television or stream on various platforms starting at 1 p.m. ET, including on Peacock, Roku and on its YouTube channel.
USA TODAY is also providing coverage for the parade in Boston, as well as celebration in other U.S. cities over the weekend, including New York City and Chicago. You can watch the parade at the top of this page or on USA TODAY’s YouTube channel.
1. Where will St. Patrick’s Day parade start?| A．Broadway station. | B．Dorchester Street. |
| C．K Street. | D．South Boston High School. |
| A．To call for donations. | B．To recommend a traditional holiday. |
| C．To inform people of an activity. | D．To explain a period of history. |
| A．A magazine. | B．A history book. |
| C．The internet. | D．A travel brochure. |
