1 . Among the countless natural landscape in China, waterfall is one of the most beautiful wonders. Visiting these waterfalls will bring the chance to view some of the most striking sights in China just like Americans do in Niagara Falls.

Hukou Waterfall

Best Time: April~May, September~November

Recommended Visiting Time: 2～3 hours

When the Yellow River flows to Hukou Village where the width of the river course is shapely narrowing to 20～30 meters from 500 meters, the water pours into the lower riverbed and forming the Hukou Waterfall. It is a magic wonder mounted on the Yellow River, giving tourists a heart-shaking sight and stimulating your boundless imagination. It is the largest yellowish waterfall in the world and the China's second largest waterfall.

Because the Hukou Waterfall is located in a joint of Shanxi and Shaanxi, you can visit it from Shanxi side or Shaanxi side. Generally, visiting it from Shanxi side allows you to see more other small attractions along the Yellow River.

Huangguoshu Waterfall

Best Time: June~October

Recommended Visiting Time: 3～4 hours

Huangguoshu Waterfall is the largest waterfall in China and the tallest Waterfall in the world. The Huangguoshu Waterfall pours from the over 70 meters high cliff and gives out huge noise, providing a great visual feast to the viewers. There are several places to enjoy a different view of the grand waterfall.

One is Water-Curtain Cave, which is hidden behind the waterfall. It is a 134-meter long with fantastic stalactites（钟乳石）. In the cave, you can also see many flying small springs.

Nuorilang Waterfall

Best Time: all the year around

Recommended Visiting Time: 1 hour

Located in picturesque Jiuzhaigou Valley, the Nuorilang Waterfall is an attractive waterfall. With a width of 270 meters and a height of 24.5 meters, it is the widest waterfall and one of the largestwaterfalls in China and the most photographed waterfall in Jiuzhaigou. The famed Chinese TV series Pilgrimage to the West has filmed there.

1. What is special about Hukou Waterfall?

A．It is narrow.	B．It is an imaginary one.
C．It is the largest one in China.	D．It can be appreciated in two provinces.

2. What is the length of the Water-Curtain Cave?

A．70 meters.

B．134 meters.

C．270 meters.

D．500 meters.

3. Which one is suitable for tourists seeking for the briefest visit according to the text?

A．Hukou Waterfall.	B．Huangguoshu Waterfall.
C．Niagara Falls.	D．Nuorilang Waterfall.