Spanish pianist Alonso Herrero has been appointed as ambassador in the promotion of Shanghai as an international tourist destination. Having lived in the city for more than seven years, he believes Shanghai is the perfect home for     1     musician like himself.

In the role, he witnessed China’s first     2     (domestic) built cruise ship depart on her first voyage. He speaks fluent Chinese, cooks authentic Chinese food     3     always manages to include Chinese music into his pieces. Alonso is recognized as “a pianist with the maturity and professionalism needed     4     (overcome) any technical difficulty”.

“After a week in Shanghai I felt like I belonged here,” he says, and owes that to the     5     (friendly) of people here, and common values between Spain and China. Another important reason     6     he feels at home in Shanghai is that, as an artist     7     constant need of inspiration, he finds that Shanghai offers a rich cultural life with a multicultural landscape.

Alonso notes that, in the past decade, new performing halls     8     (mushroom) not only in Shanghai, but also the second-and-third tier cities in China . Plus, he has found that audiences are more knowledgeable about music,     9     (compare) to 2014, when he played his first concert in Shanghai. Next month, he will play in the AIA Grand Theater, a 1,715-seat hall     10     (lie) on the northern tip of the Western bank of the Huangpu River.

What does traveling mean? Visit, enjoy and discover.

Every year hundreds and thousands of people come to the UK. And London, the capital city     1     (be) usually their first stop. What can they see? What can they experience?

    2     (get) around in London is not difficult. There is the underground train, the oldest in the world, or the     3     (tradition) double-decker bus (双层公共汽车). A boat trip along the River. Thames takes you     4     the Tower of London.

Going around the city center on foot is easy. The maps in the streets will show you     5     is around you in five-minute walk. You can     6     (amaze) get a great view of the city from meters upon a huge wheel, the London Eye. Look across the river     7     you will see the Houses or of Parliament and the famous clock tower, Big Ben.

There are over 240     8     (museum) in the capital, but the two most popular are in South Kensington and cost nothing to get into. In the Natural History Museum, the keyword is Big. Next is the Science Museum. It     9     (have) those great British inventions, the history of fight and     10     (explore) of space.

Chang’an Tower, also known as the Great Wild Goose Pagoda, is an architectural wonder     1     (locate) in Xi’an, China. With its rich historical significance and stunning beauty, this ancient tower stands as a masterpiece of China’s cultural heritage.

    2     (original) built during the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century, Chang’an Tower served as a Buddhist pagoda, housing Buddhist materials that the monk Xuanzang brought from India. Its construction     3    (order) by Emperor Gaozong to promote Buddhism and facilitate (使……便利) the translation of Buddhist scriptures (佛经)     4     Chinese.

Rising to a     5     (high) of 64 meters, the square-shaped, thirteen-storey tower showcases the splendid craftsmanship of ancient Chinese craftsmen, each storey of     6     exhibits unique architectural features,     7     (reflect) the cultural influences of the time. Visitors can go up the internal staircase to the top for magnificent     8     (view) of the city. Surrounding the pagoda, the serene gardens and the Da Ci’en Temple offer a peaceful retreat as well.

Whether it is for experiencing a piece of history     9     exploring cultural wonders, Chang’an Tower is     10     essential destination for those exploring China’s vast historical landscape.

Cave tours are one of the main attractions of Mammoth Cave National Park, allowing visitors to explore the park’s extensive underground cave system. There are several different types of tours available, ranging from beginner-friendly walks     1     physically demanding adventures.

The most popular tour is the “Historic Tour”,     2     is a 2-hour walk that takes visitors through the park’s most famous caves and tunnels. This tour     3     (offer) a glimpse into the rich cultural history of the cave, including its use by early     4     (settle) and its role as a source of saltpeter during the war of 1812.

For those looking for a more challenging experience, the ”Wild Cave Tour“ is a 6-hour adventure that takes visitors off the     5     (beat) path and into some of the park’s less-explored areas. This tour involves     6     (climb) through narrow passages, and is recommended for experienced cavers and those in good physical condition.

In addition to the     7     (tour) mentioned above, there are several other options, including a “Domes and Dripstones” tour, which shows the cave’s unique geology,     8     a “Frozen Niagara” tour, which features a splendid display of frozen waterfalls and towering stalactites (钟乳石).

No matter     9     your choice is, it is definitely a unique and unforgettable experience to visit Mammoth Cave National Park. The     10     (world) most fascinating underground landscapes will never fail you.

Tu Songgen recently took his audience’s breath away at     1     historical folk celebration event in his hometown of Zhouquan in Tongxiang, East China’s Zhejiang Province.

    2     (dress) in a white folk costume, Tu made different moves on top of a bamboo pole more than 10 meters high in a boat on the river. He climbed to the top of the pole     3     started to move his body around it. Seen from afar, Tu looked as if     4     (move) through the clouds. At times, he released his     5     (hand), lying on his back over the top of the pole. Then, he gave the audience a start by suddenly hooking (钩住) his feet onto the end of it and hanging     6     (he) upside down.

With every new move, visitors cried out in amazement, creating an atmosphere of     7     (excite) during the Silkworm (蚕) Flower Water Festival staged in the town’s Qinghe Village in early April.

    8     (wide) recognized for its waterborne acrobatics (杂技), the boat show is also closely related to local silkworm culture and is a highlight of the festival     9     has a history of more than 800 years.

“Acting on the bamboo pole     10     (be) not only a show of skills but also a wish for a better life,” Tu said.

It was a life goal of mine to explore every province in China, so when I had the opportunity to visit Henan, I quickly packed my bags, bought a train ticket, and raced     1    (see) an icon of Chinese culture, the Longmen Grottoes.

Built from 386-1130 and carved into the sides of two limestone cliffs, the Longmen Grottoes house a remarkable     2    (collect) of 100,000 ancient and marvelous Buddhist statues. Walking among these     3    (impress) statues, I couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of insignificance, not only     4    (physical), but in a deeper sense. As the large, wise faces of the statues,     5    (wear) by centuries of time, gazed down upon me, I experienced a humbling moment     6     invited me to look beyond my own ego and engage in sincere reflection.

As I explored the grottoes,     7     sad reality struck me: a significant number of statues had suffered damage or were missing.     8     some degree of wear and tear was expected, certain areas were noticeably absent. I sincerely hope that they can     9    (restore) to their former glory.

Until then, the statues still stand, countless and resolute, with their missing fellow statues serving     10     a reminder of the enduring spirit of Chinese culture.

Most people plan their trips to Canada in the middle of winter. The heavy snowfall in the months of January and February     1    (attract) skiers and ice skaters. Some come for the fabulous ice hotel in Quebec,     2     others plan their trips to experience the winter festivals that are held in several major cities. But this year, Canada has promised year-round attractions, as the country celebrates     3    (it) 150th anniversary as a nation.

Celebrations, which will begin on the first day of the year, will start with the country     4     (provide) free year-long unlimited passes to all of Canada’s national parks. Cities across the country will host events all year, making it a good year     5    (visit) Canada besides the usual winter festivities. And the government is sponsoring several projects to give Canadians a voice and a sense of     6    (proud) in their country. One example is the Red Couch Project. A red couch,     7    (design) in Toronto, will travel across the continent. Citizens will be asked to sit on the couch and tell their stories. Videos will be posted online, enabling the world to track the couch as it is transported     8     land and water. It will end up in Vancouver,     9     there will be a huge parade. If you were ever going to visit Canada, now is     10    (definite) the time!

Is Canada in winter? Okay, yes, there’s more snow that you can shake a ski stick on. But that’s what makes visiting Canada in the coldest months so much fun.

Quite    1    (remarkable), winter is a perfect time to visit this vast and wonderful country,     2    (comprise) of lifeful cities on the edge of nature. There you will enjoy Canada’s many winter    3    (delight) and these surrounding natural wonders and    4    (amaze) journeys through beautiful scenery will never let you down. Out west, the snow is dry and soft. In the east    5    the altitude is lower, you can relax in a five-star hotel enjoying mouthfuls of delicious food.

Winter in Ottawa is attractive    6    you are skating or playing with the snow. Move down on an ice slide at snow mountains as you discover Canada’s capital city under    7    blanket of white. When you are in the Polar Bear Capital of the World, it is fair    8    (share) it with everybody else.Churchill ,called “The Polar Bear Capital of the World”,    9    (offer) guests the opportunity to observe polar bears in their natural habit.

    10     so many beautiful places for you to explore, pack up and set off right away!