The Grand Canal is the longest and oldest canal in the world. It forms a vast inland waterway system in China, running from the capital Beijing in the north
The Grand Canal bears witness to a remarkable and early development of hydraulic engineering (水利工程). It is an essential technological achievement
2 . Four of the world’s greatest national parks
KomodoLocation: Indonesia
Area: 1, 733km2
Home to the world’s largest lizard (蜥蜴), the Komodo dragon, Komodo National Park is made up of 29 islands in the centre of the Indonesian archipelago (群岛). The park’s three main islands of Komodo, Rinca and Padar make ideal destinations for divers, as the surrounding coral reefs support a vast amount of oceanic diversity. With over 1, 000 species of fish, 260 species of coral, and countless sea animals, this is an ideal spot to swim with sharks, whales, dolphins and more.
Namib-NaukluftLocation:Namibia
Area: 49, 768km2
In the world’s oldest desert, the landscape moves. The golden dunes shift as winds blow and seasons pass. Visitors come to explore the dunes and it can be a real adventure. Jump in a 4×4 or hike across the sands on foot for a multi-day trail and you’ll soon find yourself deep in the Namibian wilderness. You’ll need a permit and doctor’s letter to take on the longer hikes, but one-day hikes give anyone a chance to see more of the Namib.
TongariroLocation: New Zealand
Area: 795km2
As New Zealand’s oldest national park, Tongariro National Park is home to three active volcanoes. And here’s the Tongariro. Alpine Crossing, a 19.4-kilometre hike that takes you across beautiful landscapes. This park also draws in skiers during the winter seasons. The biggest ski area, Whakapapa, covers 5.5km2 and has 15 lifts in all.
TeideLocation: Tenerife, Spain
Area: 190km2
This park is home to Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain. With a height of 3,718 metres, Mount Teide is also the third largest volcanic structure on the planet. Besides, Teide National Park possesses unique plants. The most unusual among the 139 recorded species is red bugloss, which has become the symbol of the park.
1. What can visitors do in Komodo National Park?A.Hike across the biggest ski area Whakapapa. |
B.Go diving on its 29 islands. |
C.Have an up-close encounter with ocean life. |
D.Play with the Komodo dragon. |
A.Teide National Park. | B.Komodo National Park. |
C.Tongariro National Park. | D.Namib-Naukluft National Park. |
A.Both are well-known for their volcanoes. |
B.Both own more than 100 plant species. |
C.Both ate perfect choices for skiers. |
D.Both feature golden dunes. |
For those looking to escape the concrete jungle, maybe it’s time to dive into the bamboo forests of southern Sichuan.
A natural forest that people in Sichuan province tend
Known as one of the country’s 10 most beautiful forests, it
Two years later, the bamboo forest received world-wide
The Bamboo Sea covers Changning and Jiang’an, two counties
About 5,000 years ago, to escape the cold weather, the ancestors of the Liangzhu people settled around the Taihu region
The Liangzhu ancient city was composed of the palace zone, the inner city and the outer city, and there
A complex multi-functional water management system was constructed on the northwest outskirts of the ancient city. Taking advantage of the natural terrain (地势), the system connected numerous valleys,
Jade (玉)
In 1936, the remains of the Liangzhu ancient City were found
China has countless attractions. The Great Wall is
1. 简要介绍苏州(地理位置、气候);
2. 苏州吸引人之处(建筑、历史、小吃等);
3. 你的期待。
注意:1.词数 80 左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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7 . Four of the Washington Monuments in the U.S.
Baltimore, Maryland
This monument was designed in 1815 by American architect Robert Mills, who would later go on to design Washington, D.C.’s monument. Construction began diat same year and was completed by 1829. The monument, an extremely large landmark column, stands 178 feet and 8inches high with 227 steps inside that lead to the structure’s balcony. Climb to the top and you’ll get an impressive view of Charm City.
New York, New York
A monument to George Washington can be found in New York City’s Union Square Park.That sculpture, which shows a seated Washington with his right arm outraised, is the oldest sculpture in the collection of New York City parks. Moneyed citizens of New York started trying to get a sculpture to the first president built in 1851, commissioning (委托) sculptor Henry Kirke Brown, who also did a sculpture of Abraham Lincoln for Prospect Park in Brooklyn. The statue was set up in the park in 1856.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia’s Washington Monument, which shows Washington on a horse at the top of a sculpted fountain, was completed in 1897. The monument reflects how local people wanted Washington’s legacy to be understood at the time: On the top level sits Washington riding a horse,while the next level includes figures during his time, including a Native American man.The bottom level shows plants and animals from the country that Washington helped create.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This monument, built in 1885, stands near Marquette University. It features a standing Washington, aged 43, dressed as a Continental Army officer holding a sword. Like Philadelphia’s monument, the figures below Washington are symbolic. In this case, a woman and a child look up at him, symbolizing “history or education”.
1. Where can visitors see the oldest Washington Monument?A.In Philadelphia. | B.In New York. |
C.In Baltimore. | D.In Milwaukee. |
A.He was known for his horse sculptures. |
B.He worked in Marylannd between 1815 and 1829. |
C.He was one of the early Prospect Park designers. |
D.He made sculptures of both Washington and Lincoln. |
A.It consists of three levels with different features. |
B.It was a precious gift from Marquette University. |
C.It was designed by American architect Robert Mills. |
D.It stands 178 feet and 8 inches high with 227 steps inside. |
A vast region with beautiful scenery, lush plants, a lot of rivers and lakes dotted around, Hulun Buir Grassland is like a huge, green picture scroll,
With the most plentiful and excellent pastures in China, Hulun Buir Grassland also has the name The Purest Grassland
With the irrigation of thousands of rivers, the grassland presents
The region’s location makes it warm and pleasant in the summer, while cold and
A.In Oregon. | B.In Alaska. | C.In Washington. |
There are nearly 40 plots of funnel-centered (漏斗状的) farmland in Nahui Village,
Local people grow crops all around the funnel in the center. During rainy seasons, flood water quickly flows into the funnel,
The funnel in the fields near Xianahui Village is known as the “Earth eye”. According to local people’s belief, mother Earth watches over her children with her