Hainan, meaning “south of the sea”, is     1     southernmost province in China and contains a number of islands. The island is attractive throughout the year     2     a tourist destination and welcomes tourists with many flocking to the island’s sandy shores to enjoy its beaches, in particular those of Sanya. And though there is much to be said about a trip to Sanya,     3     (undeniable) the most popular destination on Hainan, there is a strong case to be made for another city on this picturesque tropical island.

Sitting on the northern coast of the island is the provincial capital of Haikou, also known as the “coconut city”, which offers a unique snapshot of Chinese culture and the history of its inhabitants, many of     4     are returnees from overseas. As is often the case, every element of a city — its architecture, cuisine, lifestyle and customs —     5     (reflect) its inhabitants. This can be seen across the whole of Haikou, but most prominently in the city’s old town, which was built by those who returned from overseas. Enjoying abundant Portuguese, French and Southeast Asian influences is also responsible for the style of the houses and shops in Haikou.

Many of the buildings have not been touched since their     6     (construct) in the early 20th century.     7     (explorer) the narrow streets with their mix of Western and Chinese stores and you will immerse yourself in the everyday lives of the local people, who are particularly welcome to inquisitive travelers. With its     8     (fascinate) history, cultures and customs     9     (bring) back to the island by overseas Chinese, the atmosphere of Haikou is more than worth     10     (experience).

San Francisco is a great city, which was able to rebuild itself after the earthquake that     1     (occur) in 1906.There are so many beautiful old buildings－many     2     (sit) on top of big hills, offering great views of the city, the ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Mission District is the oldest part of the city,     3     used to be a poor area, but now is a centre of art, music, and food. In fact, an art movement called the “Mission School” started here. It     4     (influence) by graffiti art and comic art.

In 1848，America got California     5     Mexico, and gold was discovered near San Francisco. The dream of     6     (seek) their fortune quickly attracted people from all over the world, so San Francisco quickly became a big city. In fact, few achieved their dream of     7     (become) rich.     8     (earn) a living, some opened    9     shops and restaurants, some found jobs on farms, and others went to build the railway.

It is those immigrants from different countries and cultures     10     built America.

Cusco is a popular destination for     1     (tourist), because of its unique place in the history of South America. Cusco     2     (be) the capital city of the Inca Empire     3     was the most powerful in South America until the 1500s. There are two     4     (especial) interesting things to admire about the Inca     5     (civilize). The first is the roads and paths they built     6     (connect) their important cities. These Inca roads were made     7    of two north-south high ways and many small roads crossing the mountains east to west. The roads were for soldiers and their     8     (office). Second, the Incas built wonderful cities full of     9     (amaze) architecture-but there were no markets in these cities. One of     10     (interest) questions of history is how the Incas lived without shopping.

Hangzhou, a paradise on earth

Hangzhou is now in the spotlight as the main host of the 19th Asian Games.

Hangzhou, the capital city of East China's Zhejiang province, is a city with a glorious history and culture,     1     (serve) as one of the seven ancient capitals of China. As a core city of the Yangtze River Delta, Hangzhou     2     (be) one of the most prosperous cities since ancient times     3     is home to a myriad of natural attractions and historical legacies.

Marco Polo, the famous 13th century Italian traveler and merchant, once visited Hangzhou,     4     he referred to as “beyond dispute, the finest and the noblest in the world”.

Now as Hangzhou has grabbed the world's attention, tourists from     5     (vary) places have gathered to this heavenly city to enjoy its slow life tempo and beautiful natural     6     (surround) .

The West Lake is     7     (definite) a place people can never miss when visiting Hangzhou. In 2011, the West Lake was added     8    the World Heritage Site List. The lake covers square 6 kilometers, and includes some of Hangzhou's most famous scenic places.     9     (situate) in the center of the city, it has convenient public transport access. The Hangzhou government also provides free public bikes for tourists     10     (travel) around the lake. The parks around the lake are all free to visit.

8 . When you have a chance to travel in Macao, there are 4 things that you can’t miss.

Macao Tower AJ Hackett

The Macao Tower, 338 meters tall, is the world’s 10th highest tower, with lots of activities, such as viewing, eating and entertainment. The best part of the activities is the bungee jump. Raise your arms and off you go!   If you are not daring enough to jump, you can try the skywalk on the 57th floor—it’s still impressive. Take this chance and have a try!

A traditional Portuguese dinner

Macao was in the control of Portugal before 1999. As a result, Portuguese culture can be easily seen in many corners of Macao. Many Portuguese lived here and opened Portuguese restaurants in the special area, but the flavor is more adaptable to Chinese people.

Visiting a museum

Macao, as a small city with only an area of 30.5 square kilometers, has 23 eye-catching museums. Due to its unique history, both Eastern and Western historical sites can be found. Many of them are protected for cultural heritage, tourist spots or museums, such as the Grand Prix Museum, Maritime Museum and Wine Museum.

Going into a casino (娱乐场)

Well known as the “Las Vegas of the Orient”, Macao has 33 casinos. You can find different themed casinos around every corner of Macao, especially on Taipa Island, where new casinos are continuously opening. Among all, The Venetian is the most popular. With a huge shopping mall and gorgeous Vegas-style design, it is a must-go spot for both tourists and locals, not only for gambling but also to shop and enjoy leisure time.

10 . The upcoming China-Central Asia Summit is to be held in Xi’an, which has a history of over 3,000 years and enjoys a reputation as a “Living History Museum”. If you are among the participants, just enjoy the following.

The Terracotta Army

It is one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. Discovered in 1974, the army of Terracotta Warriors was constructed by China’s First Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty (221 BC-207 BC) with a collection of thousands of life-size terracotta soldiers and horses differing in facial features and expressions, clothing, hairstyle and also body position.

Ancient City Wall

It was built in the 14th century by Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Emperor of the Ming dynasty (1368–1644). Now it is one of the oldest and best-preserved Chinese city walls. The wall is now a landmark, where you can enjoy a good view of the city.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

One of China’s most famous Buddhist pagodas, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, was built in the Tang Dynasty (618-907) for the study of Buddhist scriptures (经典). One of its main functions was to store scriptures brought to China from India by the famous monk and traveler Xuan Zang.

Shaanxi History Museum

It is home to over 370,000 precious treasures unearthed in Shaanxi. Its collections range from bronze wares to pottery (陶) figures, gold and paintings from the Tang Dynasty tombs. Among its precious collections, some pieces have been listed as national treasures.