Shennongjia is one of the most popular scenic spots in China. It is said to be the place
Official data showed that tourist
2 . Xi'an enjoys a reputations as a “Living History Museum” due to its rich, diverse collection of historical and cultural treasures. Apart from the Terracotta Warriors, there are also some other attractions in the city. Here are some of them.
Ancient City Wall
Xi'an City Wall was built in the 14th century in the Ming Dynasty as a military defense system. Now it is one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls. The wall is now a landmark, dividing the city into inner and outer areas.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (塔)
Situated in an ancient temple, the pagoda built with layers of bricks was built in the Tang Dynasty. It is traditional Chinese architecture. One of the main functions of the pagoda was to store Buddhist scriptures(经文) and figurines brought to China from India by the famous monk and traveler Xuan Zang, who stayed here for 19 years translating Buddhist scriptures.
Shaanxi History Museum
The Shaanxi History Museum, built in 1991,is home to over 370,000 precious relics unearthed in Shaanxi over the years, The museum consists of three main sections. Its collections range from bronze ware(器血)to pottery ware, gold and silver ware and mural paintings from the Tang Dynasty tombs.
The Muslim Quarter
One of the highlights is its local snacks when you tour Xian. The best food destination is the Muslim Quarter,which has a history of several hundred years. Consisting of a number of food streets, the area has become a famous attraction in the city for its rich and authentic Muslim cultural atmosphere.
1. In which place can you know more about Buddhism?A.Ancient City Wall. |
B.Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. |
C.Shaanxi History Museum. |
D.The Muslim Quarter. |
A.Great some bronze wares. |
B.Eat diverse delicious snacks. |
C.Visit some watchtowers. |
D.Translate Buddhist scriptures. |
A.The Shaanxi History Museum has exhibits made of gold. |
B.Xuan Zang died in the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. |
C.The Xi'an City Wallis the oldest Chinese city wall. |
D.The Muslim Quarter has a history of 100 years. |
Think of travel in Greece, and your mind may wander to images of ferries cruising(巡航)across the Aegean Sea. Taking to the water is essential if you plan to travel between the Greek islands, but there
Cycling in Greece is growing in
Overall, cycling infrastructure around Greece leaves something to be desired. Bicycle lanes are rare to nonexistent, and there is a real danger from speeding cars —
Bicycles may be carried for free on some ferries, while on others, there may be a fee, or they may not be allowed at all because of a lack of space on board.
You can rent bicycles in most tourist hangouts, but they are not as
4 . I was 11 years old when my family went on a holiday to Beijing. That was my first trip to China. One morning, my brother became
Had I been back home, it would have been a(n)
Although she wasn't right by my side, I knew she was
I realized that was the biggest challenge I faced. I had no idea how to
A.afraid | B.ugly | C.ill | D.busy |
A.cook | B.bring | C.carry | D.buy |
A.hotel | B.restaurant | C.street | D.door |
A.caring about | B.waiting on | C.watching over | D.looking after |
A.special | B.difficult | C.slow | D.easy |
A.carelessness | B.unfamiliarity | C.fear | D.badness |
A.fairly | B.partly | C.clearly | D.mainly |
A.idea | B.fact | C.doubt | D.question |
A.imagined | B.knew | C.understood | D.remembered |
A.hope | B.decision | C.word | D.way |
A.nearby | B.away | C.out | D.aside |
A.table | B.sign | C.paper | D.menu |
A.wanted | B.found | C.forgot | D.finished |
A.nervousness | B.accident | C.trouble | D.business |
A.eat | B.order | C.catch | D.choose |
5 . I live in Xizhou in Yunnan Province, on the historic Tea Horse Road. I have to admit that when I first heard that Paul Salopek was going to walk the entire globe on his own two feet, I was blown away. I couldn’t imagine that there could be such an unusual person in the world.
Last May, I met Paul. He told me that it was his first time in China. He talked to me with great excitement about the history, migrations, and discoveries in my region of China. He spoke of the Shu-Yandu Dao (the Southern Silk Road), the travels of the 17th-century Chinese explorer Xu Xiake, the Tea Horse Road and the early 20th-century American botanist Joseph Rock. He also talked of Xuanzang. Paul considered many of them heroes and in a sense Chinese pioneers of slow journalism.
I decided to accompany Paul on his walk toward Yunnan. On September 28, 2021, we set out. Our days were simple: walk, eat, sleep, and repeat. We woke up at sunrise, set off in high spirits, and rested at sunset, dragging ourselves into exhausted sleep.
We met many people on the road. Some were curious, surrounding us and watching us; some gave us directions; some invited us into their home to take a rest; some spoke of the charm of their hometown. We met many beautiful souls, simple souls and warm souls. We were walking with our minds.
Together, we were impressed by the biodiversity of the Gaoligong Mountains. As I walked on ancient paths through mountains, I seemed to hear the antique voices of past travelers urging me to be careful on the road.
Looking back on the more than 200 miles I walked with Paul, I came to a realization. Walking for its own sake, while healthy and admirable, is only a small part of the benefit of moving with our feet. A deeper reward is rediscovering the world around us, shortening the distance between each other, and sharing each other’s cultures.
1. How did the writer first respond to Paul’s travel plan?A.Scared. | B.Puzzled. |
C.Disappointed. | D.Surprised. |
A.He was a western journalist. | B.He had a knowledge of China. |
C.He came to China several times. | D.He was Joseph Rock’s acquaintance. |
A.They honored the ancestors. | B.They set off in high spirits. |
C.They satisfied the locals’ curiosity. | D.They built bonds with people. |
A.To share and reflect on a journey. | B.To suggest a new way of travel. |
C.To advocate protection of biodiversity. | D.To introduce and promote Chinese culture. |
6 . Travelling as a father and daughter is more than sightseeing — it’s about seeing the world from each other’s point of view.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
If you and your dad are the outdoorsy types, Colorado Springs is ideal for dusting off those hiking shoes and hitting some of the most beautiful part of the Front Range. Explore the iconic Garden of the Gods, where red sandstone is sharpened into striking towers. Head to the famous Pike’s Peak to test your courage and take in some of the best views in Colorado.
After the adventure, visit a pub to celebrate your successful trip as a perfect complement to a long day outdoors.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Whatever you fancy on a vacation, Las Vegas has it, making it a perfect destination for fathers and daughters looking for a place that will keep them busy until they board their flight home. Just visit the big-name casinos (赌场) like the Venetian and Caesar’s Palace, or pop into one of the many A-list shows for world-class entertainment options.
Museum-goers will be spoiled for choice, to dive into the history of organized crime at the Mob Museum, or walk among historic signs at the Neon Museum.
Austin, Texas
With arich culture, Austin is great for a barbecue-appreciating, eclectic-music-loving father-daughter duo (搭档). The “Live Music Capital of the World” has more than 250 music venues featuring everything from country and rock to electronica (电子乐). If you have wide-ranging music tastes, make your way to the Red River Cultural District, where institutions invite cutting-edge indie, rock, and hip-hop artists to the stage.
You’re bound to have an appetite after rocking out so hard, so get a protein boost there. Smoking beef, tasty sausages and snacks are anything but ordinary.
1. Who will consider Colorado when planning a trip?A.Museum goers. |
B.Sports players. |
C.Enthusiastic hikers. |
D.Music lovers. |
A.Tasty dishes. |
B.Numerous pubs. |
C.Convenient flights. |
D.Top entertainment shows. |
A.Enjoying rock and eclectic music. |
B.Appreciating live music performances. |
C.Walking among historic signs in museums. |
D.Satisfying their appetite with some extraordinary food. |
7 . Architects often spend months or even years perfecting a design to express their ideas more clearly, convey additional information, or outline the right proportions for a building. However, the urgent issue of climate change is placing new demands on their work. For example, in July, Super Typhoon Doksuri battered China, affecting more than 2.66 million people in Fujian Province alone.
Green architecture that conserves energy and reduces carbon dioxide emissions offers a solution, and concerted efforts have been made in diverse research fields over the past three decades to minimize heat loss. In addition, new buildings have to be tailored to the needs of people’s lifestyles.
Ren Jun, a professor at Tianjin University’s School of Architecture, who designed the first near-zero energy house in China in December 2019, said, “You can construct low-energy, environmentally-friendly houses, but if the interior design and environmental quality don’t meet residents’ requirements, these properties won’t be suitable to live in.”
The near-zero energy house, located-in Banbidian village in Beijing’s southern district of Daxing, won the International Design Award in the United States in January last year. The 400-square-meter property, which stands at the entrance to the village, runs on solar power gathered from rooftop panels, with the addition of a small amount of power from the grid (电网).
Ren said the first obstacle to conserving energy in the property was heat retention, which he attempted to achieve by keeping the indoor temperature at a certain level. The property is divided into five areas: a solar garden in the front yard, a central lounge, a water courtyard, a sponge zone, and a back room. For the exterior walls, Ren used three types of insulation (隔热层), including plastic foam, each about 25 centimeters thick.
Ren also looked for ways to deal with emissions at the house. He decided to install a ventilator, which pipes air that is polluted and replaces it with fresh air from outside in every room at the property.
Ren said it would take three to five years before more ultralow or near-zero energy buildings appeared in Chinese cities.
1. Which is not an important factor for designing green houses?A.Energy consumption. | B.Carbon emission. |
C.People’s lifestyle. | D.Architecture style. |
A.The house consumes little electricity. |
B.The house is deliberately designed to keep heat. |
C.The house is equipped with many intelligent facilities. |
D.The house is the first International Design Award-winning building in China. |
A.He designed the house in five stories to trap heat in it. |
B.He applied 75 centimeters of plastic foam to exterior walls. |
C.He tailored the interior design to the demand of local people. |
D.He installed a ventilator to cut down carbon dioxide emissions. |
A.Green Homes Offer Hope amid Climate Change |
B.Green Houses Feature Near-Zero Energy Consumption |
C.Ren Jun Won the International Design Award |
D.China Strives for Low Carbon Strategy with Green Houses |
Half a million Londoners travel to and from work by bike every day. Since the introduction of the Congestion Charge in 2003, the capital city
The growth in cycling can partly be attributed to the launch in 2010 by Transport for London of the Backlays Cycle Hire scheme throughout the city's center.
Of course, London isn't the only place
Situated on the border between Yunnan and Guizhou provinces, the four-lane Beipanjiang Bridge has
The Beipanjiang Bridge is located at the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. Karst landforms (喀斯特地貌) are
Initially, the plan was
Having opened in late 2016, the bridge significantly reduced travel time from one side of the river to the other. With the two sides better connected, local tourism has also been boosted. “I never
10 . Welcome to “Cash Poor Points Rich”, a new travel blog dedicated to sharing experiences with credit card points and miles to help you get big travel but for small spend. With the right planning and maximization of available resources, traveling as a college student may be easier than you think.
Chengdu, China
If visiting a place with happy locals is a priority for you, there’s no better city to hit than Chengdu. It is home to pandas and spicy things. Moreover, the city’s abundance of cultural and historical sights, together with its laid-back lifestyle, make itself one of the most attractive and livable large cities too. Past travelers have spent, on average,¥158 on meals and about a quarter of that on local transportation for one day.
Con Dao Island, Vietnam
Tourism is picking up in Vietnam lately, where you can travel for about ¥100 per day if you play your cards right. Con Dao Island Nation Park, a group of dramatic tiny islands off the southern coast, is a great destination to see sea turtles and other wildlife while exploring the area on foot. Its thick jungle will give you a good chance to uncover a paradise of your own.
Zakynthos Island, Greece
If you’re looking for an affordable European summer beach vacation, consider Zakynthos Island. Food is cheap and mouthwatering. There are plenty of free things to do, although the favorite is spending time on the beautiful beaches edged by electric blue water. There are countless options for swimming in the appealing sea, along with charming villages and museums to explore.
New Orleans, U. S.
New Orleans is an incredibly unique place in the U.S., full of fascinating history, absorbing culture, delicious food, and a constantly buzzing nightlife scene. There are actually a couple of hostels in and near the French Quarter that offer reasonable accommodation rates for students.
1. How much on average might be spent on meals and transportation in Chengdu per day?A.¥13. | B.¥100. | C.¥158. | D.¥200. |
A.Abundant cultures. | B.Free tourist attractions. |
C.Impressive sea views. | D.Large museums. |
A.It offers unique services for students. |
B.Hostels there are clean and modern. |
C.The price of hostels there is affordable for students. |
D.It has the longest history in New Orleans. |