Whether you are a fine art lover or history enthusiast, there are some museums that you should visit in your lifetime. Here’s a list of the best museums in the world.
LE LOUVRE, PARIS
A visit to the Louvre lets visitors discover ancient civilizations and Western art from the Middle Ages to 1848. The palace of the museum, dating back to the twelfth century and developed by architects from 1200 to 2011, is a lesson in architecture. The most famous art work is Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa”.
THE UFFIZI GALLERIES, FLORENCE
The museum occupies a large building constructed between 1560 and 1580. It’s famous for its outstanding collections of ancient sculptures and paintings from the Middle Ages to the Modern period, and mainly known for its paintings by Italian artists.
THE BRITISH MUSEUM, LONDON
As the first national museum to cover all fields of human knowledge, it was founded in 1753 and opened its doors in 1759. Its eight million objects allow us to explore the diversity of human cultures, and discover the expressions in human being’s life. It boasts the world’s second finest collection of Egyptian antiques.
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, NEW YORK
Also known as “the Met”, it’s the largest art museum in the America. Presenting over 5,000 years of art from around the world, the museum lives in two sites in New York: The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Since its founding in 1870, it has been a treasury of rare and beautiful objects, ranging from European paintings, Egyptian collections to American paintings.
1. Which museum is best known for ancient statues in the Middle Ages?| A．The Louvre. | B．The Uffizi Galleries. |
| C．The British Museum. | D．The Metropolitan Museum. |
| A．Art works from Egypt. | B．Expressions around the world. |
| C．Rare objects of human culture. | D．Paintings from Europe and America. |
| A．An introduction to arts. | B．An essay on architecture. |
| C．A guidebook to museums. | D．A review of Egyptian paintings. |
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【推荐1】A family vacation may be a good opportunity to relax and enjoy ourselves. Destinations nestled in nature with plenty of breathing room and easy access to fresh air are trending. Here are four destinations with an eye towards the great outdoors.
Woodloch Resort, Pennsylvania
Considering meals, drinks and activities are all included, it is worry-free to travel at Woodloch Resort. With vast rural grounds, its location and safety measures make it easy to be socially distant. You can sail on the lake, hike, swim or enjoy family-friendly games and entertainment. Comfort food classics served three times each day should satisfy even picky eaters.
Ocean Lakes Family Campground, South Carolina
Camping is a time-honored tradition. Families may bond over simple pleasures such as eating burgers grilled over an open fire and stargazing. Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, sits on nearly a mile of beachfront. Each site is roomy enough for a large camper. Mini-golf, a waterpark, and bike rentals are a few of the many family friendly recreational options.
Hull-O Farms, New York
Develop a connection to the land when you stay on a working farm. Take part in simple agricultural tasks such as picking fruit, gathering eggs and milking cows. Kids can enjoy the outdoor environment with healthy freedom that their parents might not be able to allow them in a crowded city. Hull-O Farms is a 7th-generation family farm. Guests may reserve one of three comfortable houses and participate in farm life as much or as little as they please.
Shenandoah Valley, Virginia
Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley is not far from Philadelphia and New York. You’ll find a slower pace as you travel along scenic country roads through mountains, valleys and forests.
You can hike in Shenandoah National Park, explore large caves» or rent a boat moving down the Shenandoah River.
1. Which destination offers all-inclusive service?| A．Shenandoah Valley. | B．Woodloch Resort. |
| C．Hull-O Farms. | D．Ocean Lakes Family Campground. |
| A．People can camp on the beach. |
| B．People can enjoy all kinds of foods. |
| C．People can take part in farm life. |
| D．People can row a boat along the river. |
| A．In a novel. | B．In a biography. |
| C．In a farming magazine. | D．In a travel brochure. |
【推荐2】A staycation is a combination of the words “stay” and “vacation”, and is used to describe holidays which are taken in one’s own country. This can include anything from a city break to a seaside or countryside holiday.
A staycation doesn’t have one specific purpose. It can be about relaxing and taking things slow.
The concept of a staycation was first created in the aftermath of the 2008 market crisis in the US.
| A．They can be done over the weekend. |
| B．Many people were eager to find a relaxing escape. |
| C．Many people had to limit their budgets for holidays. |
| D．It was a great option to relax without breaking the bank. |
| E．The benefits of staycations are not limited to being green. |
| F．Another factor is growing concerns about the environment. |
| G．It can also be about experiencing new things in your backyard. |
【推荐3】At this selection of five museums, more French will be heard and visitors might feel a sense of satisfaction when knowing they have arrived at a place that native Parisians also enjoy when going on a trip.
Museum of Natural History
Being a must-see spot in the museum at present, the Grand Gallery of Evolution dates back to the 1880s. Originally playing as a zoology building, it reopened to the public in 1994 after decades of ignorance. The entire museum displays more than 9,000 preserved animals and insects.
Museum of Music
The museum’s collection covers centuries of European classical music and instruments, with decorated pianos and hundreds of horns and string instruments. Live performances take place in the galleries of the museum every day. The museum provides two versions of its English-language audio guide, one for children and the other for adults.
Fairground Art Museum
At this museum, guides describe the history of Europe’s traveling fairs and explain signs that identify the origin of the country with a carousel horse. Reserve your tickets in advance on the museum’s website. Tours in French are offered several days a week all year round, and English-language tours are offered in the summer months.
Museum of Arts and Crafts
It was founded during the French Revolution to show its advanced science and technologies and has since received constant updates. Early planes, including the first to cross the English Channel, hang from the ceiling of one building. The collection has a huge range, with antique cars, early engines and elements (元素) used in the construction of the Statue of Liberty.
Museum of Magic
Each visit to this museum begins with a short performance of simple tricks, followed by a guided tour of the magic tools and objects on display in those 16th-century basements. This tour currently takes place in French, so English-speaking visitors may want to explore on their own with the help of English-language guidebooks available at the entrance.
1. What do we know about the Grand Gallery of Evolution?| A．It was once inaccessible to the public. |
| B．It was first built around 30 years ago. |
| C．It studies all kinds of wildlife in nature. |
| D．It shows several thousand plant species. |
| A．Choose a proper guide for your travel. |
| B．Learn some French before your travel. |
| C．Know the history of France in advance. |
| D．Book tickets beforehand at proper time. |
| A．It keeps many old collections. |
| B．It still keeps its original look. |
| C．It only provides French-speaking guides. |
| D．It’s a museum about magic tools and objects. |
【推荐1】The Best Places for Camping Near Portland
Lost Lake
With 148 campsites, Lost Lake has plenty of room for everyone who wants to go camping near Portland. In addition to a place to park up for the night, the park also has numerous trails to explore, a public boat launch and a fishing dock(码头). But there are no electrical connections available.
Price: Tent sites range from $29- $32 depending on their location.
The Vintages Trailer Resort
Located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, camping in a vintage trailer can be a lot of fun, offering a unique lodging experience. It is a pretty luxurious experience, with terrycloth robes, pour-over coffee, and breathtaking views of the neighboring vineyards. There are plenty things to do in the surrounding valley, but primarily it is one of the nation’s top wine-producing regions.
Price: Each trailer varies.
Beaver Campground
Located in between huge old maple trees and sycamores(悬铃木), Beaver Campground makes a great place to stay. The surrounding forest is a great place to explore, and as the campgrounds are small, with only 24 campsites, you will really feel as though you are in the middle of nowhere.
Price: Between $20- $100 a night.
Oxbow Regional Park
One of the most picturesque places to go camping, the perfect place for swimming, rafting, fishing and much more, the park offers 74 drive-up campsites, each of which comes with a picnic table, fire pit, and cooking grill, and there are also 12 RV sites.
Price: $22 a night
1. What can you do in the Lost Lake?| A．Swim in the lake. | B．Use your rice cooker. |
| C．Take part in water activities. | D．Explore the surrounding forest. |
| A．Lost Lake. | B．Beaver Campground. |
| C．The Vintages Trailer Resort. | D．Oxbow Regional Park. |
| A．Beaver Campground charges the most. |
| B．Price ranges from place to place. |
| C．All places carry out the same pricing policy. |
| D．Oxbow Regional Park enjoys the lowest price. |
【推荐2】Libraries are places to preserve cultural heritage, develop information resources and carry out social education. Let’s look at some of the most beautiful libraries in the world.
Vennesla Library and Culture House, Norway
The library is one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. Opened in 2011, this library is an important site for concerts, theatrical performances and film screenings. The design of the library is unique. The building is supported by 27 laminated (层压的) wood arches that hold the roof up.
Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Italy
The library is one of the largest and most important libraries in Italy. It preserves one of the most important collections of Greek, Latin and Asian manuscripts (手稿) in the entire world. Some of them are the most precious pieces. The library specializes in Venetian history and classic philology. Its collection of antique maps is also very significant.
Stacja Kultura, Poland
Thanks to a recent restoration, a station that was once in ruins underwent an architectural change. The library might seem unremarkable from the outside, but the innovative project and its division into a train station, public library and cultural center have certainly made this building worth a visit.
Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, United States
The library is the main source of literary archives (档案), ancient manuscripts and rare books at Yale University, and it’s visited by students and researchers from around the world. Completed in 1963, the library is home to the Bollingen Prize for Poetry which is awarded biennially, and the Windham-Campbell Prizes which are awarded annually for fiction, literary essays, poetry, and theater.
1. Which library will attract people interested in the stage?| A．Vennesla Library and Culture House. | B．Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana. |
| C．Stacja Kultura. | D．Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. |
| A．Its architecture. | B．Its collection. | C．Its location. | D．Its original owner. |
| A．They have a long history. | B．They are favored by movie lovers. |
| C．They hold some precious treasures. | D．They are the most important libraries. |
【推荐3】The Best Books of 2020
On Monday, the American Library Association announced the top children's books of 2020. Here are the winners.
Devotion
Author Clare Vanderpool took home the John Newbery Medal for outstanding contribution to children's literature for Moon over Manifest. The book is about a young girl's magical adventures in a small Kansas town, in 1936.
Vanderpool said that she was shocked to learn that she had won. “You grow up reading legendary authors like Madeleine L'Engle, but I never expected to be put in a category with her,” Vanderpool told TFK. “It's fabulous.”
Picture This
The picture book A Sick Day for Amos McGee won the Randolph Caldecott Medal. The book was illustrated by Erin E. Stead and written by her husband, Philip C. Stead. It tells the story of an elderly zookeeper and the animals that visit him when he's not well enough to go to work.
“I love drawing animals and I love drawing people and I love drawing the emotional connection between animals and people,” said Stead.
More Honored Books
The Coretta Scott King award, given to an African-American author and illustrator of “outstanding books for children and young adults, went to Rita Williams-Garcia for One Crazy Summer. Set in 1968, the novel follows three sisters from Brooklyn, New York, who visit their mother, a poet who ran away years ago and lives in California.
The king prize for best-illustrated work went to Dave the Potter. Artist, Poet, Slave. The book, which was written by Laban Carrick Hill and illustrated by Bryan Collier, tells the story of a skilled potter who engraved his poems on the clay pots and jars that he made. The enslaved potter, known only as Dave, lived in South Carolina in the 1800s.
1. How did Vanderpool feel when she heard the news that she won the medal?| A．Astonished. | B．Disappointed. |
| C．Embarrassed. | D．Depressed. |
| A．collection of poems | B．comic book |
| C．fiction | D．picture book |
| A．Bryan Collier. | B．Erin E. Stead. |
| C．Laban Carrick Hill. | D．Madeleine L'Engle. |
| A．The book Moon over Manifest tells a story of a zookeeper and his animals. |
| B．A Sick Day for Amos McGee shows us that animals can interact with humans. |
| C．The book A Sick Day for Amos McGee is written by Erin, a famous woman writer. |
| D．One Crazy Summer is about a mother with her three children having a holiday in California. |
【推荐1】What does Beijing’s Palace Museum look like at night? Many people don’t know the answer to this question, as it closes at around 4:30 p.m in winter and 5:00 p.m in summer. However, to celebrate the Lantern Festival, Beijing’s Palace Museum opened its door to the public after dark——for two nights only. That’s a first in 94 years!
Although people could get free tickets on the museum’s website, it was difficult to get a ticket. The website even stopped working for a while because too many people visited it at the same time. Zhang Zhifu, a 77-year-old woman, received a ticket from the museum as a gift. “I grew up in Beijing and I visited the Palace Museum every year, but I never got to see it at night, It is truly an honor.” She said.
In the past celebrating the Lantern Festival was a tradition for the imperial(皇帝的) family. “We want to pass the tradition on and give people more festival experience.” Said Shan Jixiong, the head of the Palace Museum. On the night of February 19th, 2019, about 3,000 visitors spent the Lantern Festival in the Palace Museum.
1. Beijing’s Palace Museum closes at around 4:30 p.m in ________.| A．spring | B．summer | C．autumn | D．winter |
| A．one night | B．two nights | C．three nights | D．four nights |
| A．too many people visited it at the same time. |
| B．there weren’t enough tickets |
| C．the Palace Museum was too crowded |
| D．no body wanted to see the Palace Museum at night |
| A．Nobody received a ticket as a gift. |
| B．The Palace Museum never opened after dark. |
| C．Zhang Zhifu grew up in Beijing. |
| D．No visitors went to the Palace Museum in 2019. |
| A．National Day | B．the Lantern Festival |
| C．the Dragon Boat Festival | D．Mid-Autumn Festival |
【推荐2】Whether you want a snowy or sunny winter getaway, these hotels are hot on our list of places to stay this winter.
Dive Motel &Swim Club: Nashville, TN
A former’50s motor inn, the new Dive Motel & Swim Club has been fully updated to look like the 70s. Choose to stay in one of 23 uniquely decorated rooms, each equipped with a disco ball and party switch. Book the Penthouse Suite for a private deck overlooking the pool, or become a Swim Club member and enjoy pool benefits anytime.
Hotel Joaquin: Orange Country, CA
A newcomer to coastal Orange County, Hotel Joaquin is a high-end hotel. This small-sized accommodation feels like a private beachside house, but with perfect service, well-prepared activities, fine dining and a relaxing pool. Restaurant Saline(for guests only)serves Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood. Even better, the hotel will pack a picnic to take to the beach—which is just steps away.
Hotel Orania: Berlin, Germany
Hotel Orania, located in the creative center of Kreuzberg, offers guests a five-star stay in recently-decorated rooms that are light and cheerful with warm wood accents and Asian influence. The restaurant specializes in a four-course meal featuring duck in each course. Catch a free concert in the hotel’s “salon” or sip a hand-crafted cocktail at the bar.
Snowpine Lodge: Alta, UT
The ski-in/ski-out Snowpine Lodge, located on the slopes of Alta Ski Resort just 40 minutes south of Salt Lake City, offers an excellent, cozy retreat. Having undergone a $50-million dollar decoration, the lodge now offers incomparable luxury and impressive facilities such as ski boot warmers, a fully stocked game room, and farm-to-table dining featuring slope views.
1. Which place best suits people who prefer Mediterranean cuisine?| A．Dive Motel & Swim Club. | B．Hotel Joaquin. |
| C．Hotel Orania. | D．Snowpine Lodge. |
| A．Warm your ski boots. |
| B．Enjoy pool benefits anytime. |
| C．Enjoy a view from a specific perspective. |
| D．Enjoy farm-to-table food. |
| A．Hotel managers. | B．Diners. | C．Sportsmen. | D．Travel lovers. |
【推荐3】Architectural Wonders Inspired by Nature
Atomium: Brussels
Originally constructed for the 1958 World’s Fair, or Expo 58, this weird (古怪的) building features nine interconnected spheres (球体) measuring 335-feet high. Engineer Andre Waterkeyn and architects Andre and Jean Polak modeled it after an iron crystal enlarged 165 billion times to represent faith in scientific progress. Today the interior is home to a museum and several temporary exhibits.
The Cube Houses: Rotterdam
Despite all the hard angles and straight lines, architect Piet Blom actually took inspiration from a forest of trees when designing these Dutch houses back in 1977. Each bright yellow cube is tilted (倾斜的) on its side by 45 degrees and anchored to a hexagon-shaped pylon (六边形塔架), representing a tree. The entrance to each three-level house lies inside the concrete “trunk” that contains a staircase.
Taipei 101: Taipei
Standing at 1,671 feet tall, this 101-story skyscraper was the tallest building in the world when it opened in Taipei’s modern Xinyi District in 2004. Renowned architect C. Y. Lee modeled it after a bamboo stalk, and its repetitive sections are full of symbolism. There are a total of eight parts comprised of eight floors each -a lucky number in Chinese culture.
Helix Bridge: Singapore
An international team, assembled from Architects 61 in Singapore, designed this footbridge stretching over Marina Bay, linking the famous hotel and shopping center with the ArtScience Museum and Gardens by the Bay. The inspiration comes from the double helix (螺旋的) structure of a DNA molecule. Opened in 2010, the 919-foot long curved structure has five viewing platforms, giving pedestrians spectacular views of the skyline from across the waterfront.
1. What was the original purpose of building Atomium?| A．Preparing for Expo 58. |
| B．Preparing for a museum. |
| C．Preparing for some exhibits. |
| D．Preparing for an iron crystal. |
| A．They are very straight like big trees. |
| B．Each cube is tilted about 45 degrees. |
| C．They are the oldest of the 4 buildings. |
| D．They are designed by a famous architect. |
| A．To Atomium. | B．To the Cube Houses. |
| C．To Taipei 101. | D．To Helix Bridge. |
