1 . While travelling somewhere in our hearts, we wish we could stay for a few more days, but, we don’t. Why don’t we? Mainly because of work demands, last-minute arrangements at home, etc.
However, this is only our mindset and concerns; we can enlarge the vacation for a few more days.
For better mental health. Your daily routine is stressful, and you are tied to a lot of personal and professional commitments. You can’t get rid of them permanently (永久地), but you do need a break from all the stress and mental sufferings.
Since the weather changed. You eagerly planned your trip and arrived at your destination only to discover that it was pouring severely. If this happened, you might have only enjoyed some things and spent the rest of your time in your hotel room.
Still not satisfied. Assuming that you live on monthly paychecks, vacations are a once-a-year occurrence.
| A．For better physical health. |
| B．Last-minute decisions for an extended vacation. |
| C．Finally, when it’s time to leave, the clouds clear up. |
| D．So, when you eventually have one, make the most of it. |
| E．It’s not difficult, and one just needs to make a few adjustments. |
| F．Put your overall health and deepest desires ahead of everything else. |
| G．So, when you are finally on vacation, you must rest and compose yourself. |
2 . If you’re looking to start your own checklist of places to visit during your life, begin with our list of the top tourist attractions in the world.
Petra, Jordan
You may have an Indiana Jones feeling as you walk through a 1.2-kilometer-long narrow crack (裂缝) in the sandstone hills and get into a hidden city. First built over 2,000 years ago and lost to the outside world for 600 years, the city was only discovered in 1812.
Fantastic buildings are built directly into the red rock walls and are wonderfully preserved, just begging to be explored and photographed.
Grand Canyon, USA
The greatest natural attraction in the United States, the Grand Canyon is a key sight for all travelers planning their lifetime of adventures. Standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon, looking out over the carved landscape, will awaken your senses.
Stonehenge, England
Stonehenge is one of those places that makes you consider what went on here over 4,500 years ago. It’s long been a mystery to historians, and has caught the imagination of countless visitors. Despite the large number of tourists that stand on Stonehenge, the place still has a mystical feel.
Niagara Falls, Canada & USA
On the edge between the United States and Canada, these great falls have been drawing explorers and travelers for centuries. Just over an hour from the city of Toronto, Niagara Falls is easy to get to, and the town is a fun place to spend a night or two.
Walk up to the edge of the falls, wander along the paved walk (人行道) lining the gorge (峡谷) for different views, or take a boat tour for a close-up look at the water pouring over the lip of the gorge above you. For a bird’s-eye view, head up the Skylon Tower to look out over the falls.
1. What is special about Petra?| A．It has been rebuilt many times. | B．It is on a wide and large square. |
| C．It keeps unknown for many years. | D．Buildings have been greatly damaged. |
| A．It’s a mystery to tourists and historians. | B．It was built more than 2,000 years ago. |
| C．Its carved landscape attracted tourists. | D．It’s lost to the outside world for 600 years. |
| A．Petra. | B．Stonehenge. | C．Grand Canyon. | D．Niagara Falls. |
3 . How to see London like a pro
We’ve explored London thoroughly and come away with quite a few lessons. Here are our tips.
Visiting Buckingham Palace
Being London’s most iconic landmark, this grand 775-room building is where Queen Elizabeth hosts feasts and meets heads of state. But if you’re dreaming of taking a visit to it, you’ll need to plan your trip carefully. The palace is typically only open during the summer months from July 23rd to October 3rd. Visiting hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. If you’re visiting when the palace isn’t available to tour, you can still see the Changing of the Guard.
Hitting the London Eye
The London Eye is a playful addition to the city skyline. Standing near centuries-old architecture, this enormous Ferris wheel goes round slowly over the left bank of the Thames, serving up views over the London Bridge and the Shard to the west, plus a wide perspective of the Palace of Westminster. Buy your tickets in advance online, choose a clear day and go first thing in the morning to avoid crowds peak.
Drinking afternoon tea
Afternoon tea—a sacred, buttery ritual (仪式)—is reason enough to come to London. The British have taken a simple tea break and turned it into a luxurious ceremony, complete with patterned china, layered plates of finger sandwiches and scones in cream and jam. And we haven’t mentioned the cakes, which are often brought around on a wheeled cart. When making a reservation, remember that afternoon tea isn’t a snack but a full meal with sweet and salty elements, and you’ll be stuffed. The smart move is to skip lunch and maybe even dinner.
1. Which is a proper time to visit Buckingham Palace?| A．July 18, 10:00 a.m. | B．Aug. 23, 8:30 a.m. |
| C．Sep. 27, 3:00 p.m. | D．Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. |
| A．it provides a good view of some places of interest |
| B．it makes London’s skyline seem more harmonious |
| C．it spins quickly over the left bank of the Thames |
| D．it is more historic compared to the nearby buildings |
| A．It is a short break with light snacks. |
| B．It is a full meal with various tasty foods. |
| C．It combines sour and sweet flavours well. |
| D．It is complete with delicate silver dishware. |
4 . City parks have long been a place for urban residents to get a small amount of green. As cities increasingly feel the impacts of rising seas and temperatures, people are rethinking the roles of urban parks.
All of the dark-gray asphalt (沥青) in cities collect heat. Dallas is one of the country’s fastest-warming cities thanks in part to its extensive impervious (不透水的) surfaces, but with a new $312 million bond package, the city is hoping to change that. Using satellite data, the city is able to see what neighborhoods most need the cooling effect of green spaces.
Cities are increasingly flooding and city planners think parks can help with this issue too. A report published in February by The Nature Conservancy looked at the best ways to deal with flooding in Houston, a city with many neighborhoods built on floodplains and regularly flooded by rising waters. Offering affected homeowners buyouts and transforming homes into green spaces would save more money than installing infrastructure (基础设施) like pipes, they found.
Brendan Shane, a climate program director, says parks can create opportunities for people to exercise and play, in addition to cooling neighborhoods and absorbing floodwater. “The stronger the bonds are from neighbor to neighbor, the better they are able to react to a shock,” he says.
“Not a single solution by itself will avoid the climate crisis. We see parks as an important part of it, but there isn’t a silver bullet,” says Diane Regas, CEO of The Trust for Public Land. “Parks are an example of what we in the environmental community need to do to reach solutions that address climate change at the same time and make people’s lives better.”
1. What does the city Dallas want to deal with?| A．The lack of green spaces. | B．The way of collecting heat. |
| C．The effect of rising seas. | D．The bond between neighborhoods. |
| A．Cities in the world are frequently flooded. | B．City parks may help prevent city flooding. |
| C．Cities needn’t invest much money in infrastructure. | D．City parks affect people’s choice of a neighborhood. |
| A．They can enable people to get over a shock. | B．They can reduce air pollution effectively. |
| C．They can perform positive social functions. | D．They can help people to keep a cool head. |
| A．A fast and effective solution. | B．A successful example. |
| C．An immediate and clear cause. | D．An impractical method. |
5 . Moganshan Road No. 50
In the characteristic industrial buildings of a former textile mill (纺织厂), you will find a significant group of contemporary art galleries, and some cafes and craft shops. The collection of galleries comes and goes. Some are stored upstairs in the buildings alongside other creative businesses so it is a good place to explore.
• 50 Moganshan Road
• Open daily 10 am-6 pm, but probably best to avoid Monday and even Tuesday
• Admission usually 20 yuan
Power Station of Art
Housed in the massive renovated (翻修) Nanshi Power Station and keeping its noticeable 541-foot chimney, the museum overlooks the river and the sites of the 2010 Expo. Power Station of Art is China’s only state-run contemporary art museum. It was opened in 2012 to stage the splendid Shanghai Biennale. The museum is so large that it can put on several exhibitions at the same time on its many floors. It has no permanent collection so the shows keep changing.
• 200 Huayuangang Road
• Open Tues — Sun, 11am — 7 pm
• Free admission except some special exhibitions
Yuz Contemporary Art Museum
This beautiful art exhibition place was once part of Longhua Airport. It is where Chinese-Indonesian collector Budi Tek shows off parts of his huge private collection of Western and Asian art. As a leading collector in Asia, Mr. Budi Tek has built up a considerable collection of Chinese contemporary art, and is always willing to ex hibit and lend his works to other art institutions in order to raise the understanding of Chinese contemporary art worldwide.
• 35 Fenggu Road
• Open Tues — Sun, 10:30 am — 5:30 pm
• There is an admission charge and it can be up to 150 yuan but is usually 80 yuan.
China Art Museum
Your art tour of Shanghai really ought to include this irresistible, and often exhausting, museum, in the previous Chinese Expo pavilion (展馆) on the other side of the river in Pudong. Works on display cover modern and contemporary periods, and there are numerous temporary exhibitions, including touring shows from abroad. Information tends to be in Chinese, making it a little more challenging. A visit is worth it just for the fantastic building and its views of the city.
• 161 Shangnan Road
• Open Tues — Sun, 9 am — 5 pm
• Free admission
1. Which place can offer tourists the earliest tour on Saturday?| A．Moganshan Road No. 50. | B．Power Station of Art. | C．Yuz Contemporary Art Museum. | D．China Art Museum. |
| A．It lies in an art institution. | B．It houses personal collections. |
| C．It is a non-private museum. | D．Its exhibitions keep changing. |
| A．They do not charge for admission. | B．They are the largest museums in China. |
| C．They were transformed from other venues. | D．They aren’t open to the public on Monday. |
6 . Visiting a completely new place can bring a lot of excitement, but it can also be a bit scary and confusing. With the right preparation, however, your first international travel shouldn't be all too stressful.
Secure and double-check your passport
If you're not familiar, a visa is a document issued by the country or countries you're traveling to, giving you permission to visit for a specific number of days. If you visit a country, make sure that you secure it before your flight. If you fail to do so, you won't be allowed to board the plane.
Make sure that you can access your money overseas
Thankfully, you don't need to carry cash or traveler's cheques when traveling overseas. Check with your bank and see if you need to set up a travel alert while abroad so your bank knows when and where you're traveling.
Plan your clothes and pack early
Men pack their clothes at the very last minute, and this is not very ideal. Most of the time, people tend to forget things when they pack right before a flight.
| A．Apply for the document |
| B．Obtain a visa before on board |
| C．Then check whether your credit card will be accepted overseas. |
| D．Your passport is the most crucial thing you need when traveling to another country. |
| E．To help make sure that your trip will go smoothly, follow these essential steps below. |
| F．Forgetting an item can be very stressful especially if you can't return to get that item anymore. |
| G．You can also ask them about international fees and partner banks in the country you'll be visiting. |
7 . Hidden gardens in London
From nature reserves to community spaces, we’ve dug up some of London’s most secret gardens, where you’ll find pockets of splendid nature and forget about all your worries.
Queen’s Wood
Across the road from the better-known Highgate Wood, there is something more magical and quiet about Queen’s Wood— witness its hilly pathways through the mountain ash and cherry trees. It might be only a few hundred metres from Highgate tube station, but native bluebells and countless species of small animals make this a wonderful retreat.
Phoenix Garden
Behind Charing Cross Road, this is a super spot for a leafy lunchtime break. Look out for frogs and sparrows, which are thriving thanks to an enthusiastic conservation initiative. The garden closed last autumn for redevelopment work but has reopened in time to take advantage of our long-awaited spell of improved weather.
Postman’s Park
A short walk from St Paul’s Cathedral lies one of London’s most touching monuments: George Frederic Watts’s Memorial to Heroic Self-Sacrifice. Within the quiet Postman’s Park, nestled beneath a roof, are just over 50 ceramic plaques（牌匾）, each honoring the memory of an ordinary person who lost their life trying to save others.
Red Cross Garden
Originally intended to give Southwark children a space to play, this Victorian garden has been restored to its original design, complete with pond, cottage, bandstand and formal borders. While relaxing in the restored bandstand, it’s hard to imagine the view back in 1887 when it was surrounded by workhouses and factories.
1. Which garden is close to a subway station?| A．Queen’s Wood. | B．Phoenix Garden. |
| C．Postman’s Park. | D．Red Cross Garden. |
| A．Take photos of old workhouses. | B．Swim in the pond. |
| C．Learn stories about selflessness. | D．Enjoy a band show. |
| A．They have got some repair work. | B．They were surrounded by factories. |
| C．They will be temporarily closed. | D．They have the same original design. |
8 . Provence is an image of the South of France. To find the best places of French to visit in Provence in 2021, we have produced a guide to the 4 most beautiful ones in Provence.
Roussillon
The Provence village of Roussillon is very popular among tourists for the breath-taking views and the famous yellow and orange buildings. The best time of day to visit this picturesque village is just before sunset, as sunlight throws lots of different shades upon the walls of the houses. Spending time wandering the narrow winding streets is a relaxing experience and it is easy to enjoy the joys of provincial life away from the noises of city.
Gordes
The small village of Gordes is a delightful place to spend time in. The oceanic climate and relaxed pace of life create the perfect vacation environment. It is quite easy to spend the whole day doing nothing much: wandering the winding streets, leisurely taking coffee at a café and watching the world slowly go by, spending hours over a good meal in one of the many restaurants and watching the spectacular sunsets over the beautiful fields in the valley below.
Uzès
Uzès is a very pretty town and has a rich history, dating back to Roman times. The town of Uzès boasts many beautifully preserved Renaissance (文艺复兴) towers and houses, coupled with narrow winding streets. In the centre of Uzès, there are lots of narrow streets with little boutiques (精品店) arranged around the old Duchy.
Seillans
Seillans is located on a beautiful hillside overlooking a valley. The picturesque medieval (中世纪的) centre of this city is only accessible on foot. The narrow winding streets of the centre of Seillans eventually open out onto several beautiful squares where you can enjoy the sunny days and beautiful sunrises.
1. When is the perfect time to visit Roussillon?| A．In the early morning. | B．In the late afternoon. |
| C．At noon. | D．In the evening. |
| A．Stressful. | B．Pleasant. |
| C．Uncomfortable. | D．Boring. |
| A．A long history. | B．Beautiful fields. |
| C．Winding streets. | D．Slow-paced life. |
9 . Four Largest Museums in the World
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Gallery Size: 58,820 square meters
Location: New York City, USA
Date Opened: 1872
Theme: Art
This museum is commonly nicknamed (绰号) “The Met” and it has the largest and most well-rounded art collection in all of New York City. The art at The Met shows a number of different mediums, including metal, feathers, shells and many more.
The Louvre Museum
Gallery Size: 72,735 square meters
Location: Paris, France
Date Opened: 1793
Theme: Art
The Louvre is the largest museum in the world in terms of gallery floor space. It is also famous as a historic monument (纪念碑) and welcomed 9.6 million visitors in 2019 alone! Only 537 paintings were on show when the museum first opened, but now there are more than 35,000 pieces of art on show!
National Museum of China
Gallery Size: 65,000 square meters
Location: Beijing, China
Date Opened: 1959
Theme: The history of China
This museum offers guests the opportunity to learn all about the history of China. The current museum that you can visit today was formed in 2003 through the combination of the National Museum of Chinese History and the Museum of the Chinese Revolution,
State Hermitage Museum
Gallery Size: 66,842 square meters
Location: St. Petersburg, Russia
Date Opened: 1852
Theme: Art
The State Hermitage Museum opened to visitors in 1852. Some of the pieces were later sold during the early 1930s in order to buy western machines. Today’s huge collection is housed in five interconnected buildings!
1. Of the following museums, which has the greatest gallery size?| A．National Museum of China. | B．The Louvre Museum. |
| C．Metropolitan Museum of Art. | D．State Hermitage Museum, |
| A．Enjoy a historic monument. | B．See famous foreign paintings. |
| C．Visit five different buildings. | D．Learn about the past of the country. |
| A．It opened latest of all. | B．It is located in France. |
| C．It sold some pieces of art. | D．It has the largest collection. |
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