1 . From the Karakoram Mountain to the Indus River plain, Pakistan is home to many breathtaking landscapes.
Kaghan Valley
Kaghan Valley is a place of fairytales. According to one version of a local legend, a prince of Persia fell in love with a fairy princess in the valley. But a giant (巨人) was also in love with the princess. One day, she escaped with the prince. In his anger, the giant flooded the valley and created lakes with his tears. Today, visitors from around the world travel to Keghan Valley for its beautiful lakes, mountain scenery, and clear night skies.
Baltoro Glacier
Baltoro Glacier is one of the world’s largest glacier valleys. Though difficult to access, it is one of the most highly visited regions in Pakistan because of mountain climbing destinations like K2, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrum peaks in this area. Baltoro Glacier is not only known for its scenery, but as a life source-a large percentage of northern Pakistan’ s population depends on the water from Baltoro Glacier.
Deosai National Park
Known as “Land of the Giants”, the park is swept by wildflowers and rare butterflies each spring. This biodiversity hot spot is home to the Tibetan wolf, Himalayan ibex, Tibetan red fox and the critically endangered Himalayan brown bear. The park was given Wold Heritage status in 2016.
Hingol National Park
Hingol National Park is the largest national park in Pakistan. While it is well-known for its diverse (各式各样的) wildlife, it is perhaps best known for its active mud volcanoes. One of the most famous mud volcanoes is Chandragup, a sacred site for Hindus. Every spring, more than 40,000 people went there to honor the goddess Sati. Before they pay their respect to the goddess at a nearby temple, they have to clean their bodies with the mud.
1. What can tourists do in Kaghan Valley?A.Enjoy its beautiful scenery. | B.Pay respect to the goddess Sati. |
C.See active mud volcanoes. | D.Climb the world’s highest mountain. |
A.Kaghan Valley. | B.Hingol National Park. |
C.Baltoro Glacier. | D.Deosai National Park. |
A.They are sacred sites for Hindus. | B.They are known for diverse wildlife. |
C.They are famous volcanic parks. | D.They are given World Heritage status. |
2 . The Children’s Museum of Manhattan Exhibitions Beginning in 2024
Adventures with Dora and Diego (Ages: 3-6 years)
Join Diego on a series of animal rescue missions. Learn facts about animals and their habitats by helping Diego rescue animals in trouble. Explore a cave, a beach and the rainforest or rub animal footprints, even build a Bear’s nest! By helping Dora and her friends, kids will learn problem-solving skills, and gain a greater appreciation and awareness of Latin American culture.
Inside Art (Ages: 4-10 years)
The exhibition continues our tradition of providing families with access to beautiful, complex, and challenging art, as well as access to working artists and opportunities for art making. Come to celebrate art as a vehicle for building healthy communities and explore ideas of home and identity.
PlayWorks (Ages: birth years)
We’ve designed every aspect of PlayWorksTM to help families prepare children to enter school. By combining hands-on games and learning, PlayWorksTM creates a fun and rewarding experience for children.
For adults, PlayWorksnTM provides an opportunity to observe each child’s unique learning style and appreciate how play creates a strong foundation for later learning. This innovative environment includes Alphie — a giant talking dragon who “cats” letters! Come to get more resources to support your child’s language development.
Superpowered Metropolis: Early Learning City (Ages: 2-6 years)
The exhibit invites children and their grown-ups to feel like heroes, building their learning brain skills together. These skills, known as executive functions, include self-control. working memory, and mental flexibility. Children practice these learning “superpowers” with Zip, Zap, and Zoom, who guide families on a series of city adventures exploring the subways, parks, music, travel, tree houses, and more.
1. What is a child expected to learn after attending Adventures with Dora and Diego?A.Draw a map of city subways and parks. | B.Learn more about nature and culture. |
C.Graduate with a specific qualification. | D.Get resources for language learning. |
A.Adventures with Dora and Diego | B.Inside Art |
C.Superpowered Metropolis: Early Learning City | D.PlayWorks |
A.They provide kids with hands-on experience. | B.They are only participated by kids. |
C.They improve kids’ academic performance. | D.They are free of charge for kids. |
3 . As one of the city’s most popular free outdoor events, the Cape Town Carnival is a multicultural celebration which focuses on social inclusion and bridging the divide between the diverse communities of the Western Cape and specifically Cape Town. It’s a celebration of the many diverse cultures which makes Cape Town stand out from the most world-famous cities. The carnival is considered a community participation event by the Western Cape Government and draws bigger crowds each year.
The event serves a platform for local performance groups, designers, musicians and artists to showcase their talents to the world. Every year, it may create over 1, 000 part-time jobs. The long-term vision, however, is to create more programmes focusing on skills development, thus permanently employing people. Since 2010 when the carnival was held on Long Street, it has become the festival of the year, and has grown from 17, 000 spectators to as many as 55, 000. This year, the carnival will be held on the Fan Walk in Green Point.
And its theme is Mother City, Mother Nature, exploring two of Cape Town’s greatest assets, its natural beauty and its people. The festival will showcase what makes the Mother City one of the most unique cities in the world. Over 2, 000 shining costumed performers and musicians will take to Cape Town’s Fan Walk, entertaining viewers with floats (花车) and dynamic dance routines. The parade (游行) will be followed by a grand street party, showcasing some of South Africa’s hottest musical talent.
Fans and tourists are encouraged to join in the street festivities anytime from 16: 00, when it will turn into a pedestrian walkway with 2km of food stands and festive hospitality (好客) areas. Later in the evening Cape Town will up the pace with the most appealing and festive open air party, the Cape Town Carnival Street Party! This Culture Comer: A Glimpse of Cape Town, was contributed by Marilyn Steward. I’m Rich Claymount. Stay tuned and see you next time.
1. What sets the Cape Town Carnival apart?A.Its friendly people. | B.Its unique landscape. |
C.Its wide participation. | D.Its cultural diversity. |
A.To build up a platform for local talents. | B.To create Africa-based businesses globally. |
C.To expand programs to secure employment. | D.To deepen cultural links between countries. |
A.Green Point is famous for floats and music. | B.Cape Town is proud of its nature and people. |
C.The carnival happens on Long Street annually. | D.The street party is mostly favored by the tourists. |
A.An interview. | B.A brochure. | C.A reality show. | D.A radio program. |
A.Tour guide and tourist. |
B.Ticket seller and tourist. |
C.Flight attendant and passenger. |
1. What do we know about the first house?
A.It’s near a farm. | B.It’s well-equipped. | C.It’s decorated with fruits. |
A.The washing machine. | B.The refrigerator. | C.The swimming pool. |
A.The first one. | B.The second one. | C.The third one. |
A.At a museum. | B.At a travel agency. | C.At a bookstore. |
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8 . Fort Street Hotel
Fort Street Hotel is located in a beautiful historic building in Auckland CBD (Central Business District). Facilities include free coffee, a sauna, a rooftop kitchen with beautiful views of the city and harbor. Free daily activities include walking tours and barbecue events.
Fort Street Hotel is within a 10-minute walk from Spark Arena, Sky Tower and Viaduct Harbor. It is a 5-minute walk to Britomart Train Station and Queen Street is just around the corner.
You can relax in the sauna, then head down to the bar, located on Darby Street, to meet fellow travelers from all over the world. Free Wi-Fi is available 24 hours a day in the common area on Level 1.
Great location: 16-20 Fort Street, 1010 Auckland, New Zealand — show map
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A.Free laundry. | B.Favorable location. |
C.Independent smoking space. | D.A unique underground kitchen. |
A.USD 574. | B.USD 358. | C.USD 606. | D.USD 450. |
A.A magazine. | B.A travel guide. |
C.A web page. | D.A reference book. |
1. What is the woman dissatisfied with about the island?
A.The food. | B.The hotel. | C.The beach. |
A.She lost her way several times. |
B.She met some unfriendly locals. |
C.She missed home-cooked meals. |
A.Go to the island of Gozo. | B.Taste the local food. | C.Visit the churches. |
10 . Winter vacations don’t have to be about snow. From scenic coastal journeys to wildlife watching, we have found a trip for every type of winter wanderer. Here’re some hot spots.
Road-trip down Oregon’s scenic coast
One of Oregon’s Seven Wonders, this 363-mile stretch of coastline is filled with landscapes, waves, headlands, and winter storms. There’s no shortage of stops on the scenic route from Astoria to Brookıngs. Visit coastal communities, spot sea lions at Shore Acres State Park, watch dancing lellyfish at the Oregon Coast Aquarıum, and explore 79 state parks.
Enjoy the light show in San Antonio, Texas
From late November to early January, millions of twinkling lights decorate the San Antonio River Walk in an eye-catching display. Riverboats carrying diverse mix of bell choirs, folk groups, and Latino bands fill the air with carols on evenings through late December.
Soak in New Mexico’s natural hot springs
With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, five national forests, and 17 national parks and monuments, New Mexico is a paradise(乐园) of outdoor adventure. After an active day, loosen up your muscles in comfortable mineral springs.
Celebrate New Year’s Day with the mummers in Philadelphia
On New Year’s Day, thousands of brightly costumed people take to the streets of Philadelphia for the annual Mummers Parade, the oldest continuous folk parade in the U. S. The people line the streets of the City of Brotherly Love from JFK Boulevard down Broad Street to watch the mummers (哑剧演员) flood the city in an explosion of color, music, and dance.
1. Where should visitors go if they want to explore coastal life?A.Oregon. | B.San Antonio. | C.New Mexico. | D.Philadelphia. |
A.October 26. | B.November 1. | C.December 16. | D.February 4. |
A.A history book. | B.A travel brochure. | C.A course plan. | D.An art journal. |