Huguosi Street used to be one of Beijing’s     1     (busy) commercial avenues (大道) in the olden days. It was also the location of the former residence of Peking Opera master Mei Lanfang (1894-1961) . Not far from Mei’s residence, the first theater for Peking Opera performances came up in 1954, five years after the     2     ( establish) of the People’s Republic of China. The neighborhood has changed over the decades, but the theater -Beijing People’s Theater,     3     Mei and many other Peking Opera     4     (master) used to perform, still stands tall.

On Oct. 9, the National Peking Opera Company announced that the renovation (翻新) of Beijing People’s Theater     5     (finish) . On Oct. 16, it will reopen to the public with     6     series of Peking Opera shows.     7     Oct. 16, 15 Peking Opera productions will be staged in the theater.     8     (involve) Peking Opera companies from around the country, the event will definitely breathe life into the conventional art.

Top Graduate Zhang Xie, so far the earliest     9     (know) complete Chinese play script written during the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) , will     10     (final) be staged by the National Peking Opera Company on Oct. 16.

The arched timber lounge bridges (木拱廊桥) built in China nearly 1,000 years ago, still     1    (stand) and still in everyday use, show the true skill of the master craftsmen who first constructed them. The amazing bridges,     2     (suspend) between two banks of rich greenery and built from the wood of the trees surrounding them, are still a     3     (full) functional part of life in Fujian Province and Zhejiang Province.

Of the 100 arched timber lounge bridges in China, the Qianshen Bridge in Shouning County, Fujian Province, which is an impressive 62.7 metres long and 4.9 metres wide,     4     (rebuild) several times since it was built first. Now,    5     remains an iconic image of ancient Chinese construction methods.

The bridges are built completely     6     hand. The woodworking     7     (master) design the bridges with     8     range of arches depending on the surroundings, while the passageways can be various styles, depending on the use of the bridge.

To create arch support, “beam-weaving (织梁)” is used in which three rows of wood formed an arch- supporting system while in the upper layer five shorter rows of wood     9     (joint) and intertwined with upper-arch supports. Wood     10     then connects the whole bridge is placed at the joints between the ends so the bridge becomes a solid whole. Traditional tools such as Lu Ban rulers, sawhorses, axes and chisels are used in the construction of the bridge.

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Tibet (西藏), which is famous for its special culture and food, lies in the southwest of China. It is home to about 3.2 million Tibetans, making it one of the country’s     1     (large)minorities (少数民族). In recent years, Tibet     2     (gain) recognition and appreciation across the globe. With some of the world’s tallest mountains, Tibet attracts many people     3     want to climb Mount Everest.

When it comes to traveling to Tibet, you should know     4     best time to travel there is from April to October every year. If you plan     5     (visit) Tibet, it is important to bring enough clothes. Moreover, besides credit cards,     6     is necessary to bring some cash. To discover more about the cultural traditions of Tibet, it is     7     (high) advised to have a traditional Tibetan meal.     8     (visitor) can buy some statue crafts (工艺品) in markets and shops.

A trip to Tibet can offer a unique travel experience, filled     9     rich cultural traditions and beautiful natural scenery. It will also offer us a chance to find out that     10     (recognize) and keeping our differences is important.

During the peak summer travel season this year, many popular tourist destinations in China have experienced large crowds, making it challenging for tourists     1     (get) tickets. Given these circumstances, cultural venues in many places have     2     (recent) announced extended opening hours, allowing people to explore during the evening hours. For instance, the Shaanxi History Museum has extended the opening hours to 8:00 pm every Sunday since mid-July.

In ancient China, a tradition of night tours, entertainment and dinners thrived (繁荣). When night fell, people would participate in     3     (activity) like reciting poems, appreciating the moon’s beauty and joining in tea-fueled conversations, said Wang Bin, curator (馆长) of the Xi’an-based West Market Museum. “Children can fully involve     4     (they) in the nighttime experiences of ancient civilizations right at the original West Market site. This is     5     we integrate these cultural elements. And this approach     6     (welcome) by both parches and children ever since,” Wang said.

To meet people’s     7     (grow) demand for night travel, China has developed a night culture     8     night tourism economy in recent years, with some places winning fame for night fairs and performances. Even at 10:30 pm, subways in many cities remain busy with people. Nighttime cultural tours have changed the     9     (convention) tourism model of traveling during the day and sleeping     10     night.

Siheyuan is a special type of building found in China that represents the country’s rich traditions. These buildings     1     (exist) around for a very long time and are mainly located in the northern parts of China. Exploring a Siheyuan allows you     2     (step) back in time and experience the peace and history of ancient China.

Siheyuan has     3     unique layout with a square courtyard in the middle,     4     (surround) by buildings on all four sides. This design provides privacy for the people living there and shows a balance     5     human-made structures and nature.

The main entrance of a Siheyuan     6     (usual) faces south, and the most important rooms are positioned in the north. The courtyards are often decorated with beautiful gardens, plants, and fancy stone carvings,     7     show how much the Chinese appreciate nature and beauty.

Beyond its physical form, Siheyuan represents the Chinese     8     (tradition) way of life and family values. In these buildings, extended families live together,     9     the courtyard becomes a gathering place for family members. This helps to strengthen family bonds and maintain connections between different     10     (generation).

The Baili Azalea (杜鹃）Nature Reserve in Bijie city, Southwest China’s Guizhou Province,    1    (name) after its 125.8 square kilometers of old-growth azaleas and is     2     national 5A-level scenic spot. The scenic spot not only boasts a sea of azaleas, but     3    (be) also home to towering old trees, mountains, rivers, and rare animals and plants. The azaleas are in full bloom from late March     4     early May.

Due to its long history and unique     5    (locate), the Baili Azalea Nature Reserve also preserves the culture of the Yi and Miao ethnic groups. Visitors can enjoy a view of azaleas all over the mountains and participate in     6    (tradition) local festivals.

The ticket price is 130 yuan per person during peak season after March 20. Visitors can book tickets online and scan their ID cards to enter. Visitors can travel to the Baili Azalea Nature Reserve by train, plane, bus or car. The scenic spot also provides tour bus services     7     run between 7:30 am and 8:30 pm. Each passenger     8    (buy) bus tickets must show their ID, which they can do an unlimited number of     9    (time) on the day they purchased their ticket.

Visitors from overseas and outside the province should follow Guizhou’s COVID-19 prevention and control requirements (要求) before     10    (enter) the scenic spot.