1 . Top 5 Travel Destinations in China
★ Yunnan — a colorful wonderland
Yunnan is the most diverse (多种多样的) and colorful area in China. You can admire different views, such as snowcapped mountains, rainforests, highland lakes, historical sites and amazing minority villages. It is famous worldwide for the Old Town of Lijiang, which has a history of over 800 years.
★ Guilin — the place to go for classic Chinese countryside
“East to west, Guilin is best.” Guilin’s countryside scenery (风景) draws millions of tourists from near and far every year. Its unique limestone ( 石灰岩) scenery is known as “the most beautiful on earth”. The Li River is the most beautiful sight in Guilin, which attracts many photographers in spring and fall.
★ Chengdu — the city of cute giant pandas
Giant pandas are so cute that many travelers want to see these lovely animals. Though there are giant pandas in zoos in many places around China, the best place to see them is in Chengdu. Visitors can also take part in volunteer programs to take care of giant pandas.
★ Tibet — nothing but pure beauty
Tibet is an attractive destination for many tourists. It is best known for rich Tibetan culture, unique
Tibetan architectural structures, extremely large grasslands, herds (群) of sheep, blue skies, clear water and fresh air.
★Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie is famous for its high peaks (山峰), clear rivers, thick forests and diverse plants and animals. It is a must-see scenic area in China. Many foreign travelers’ attention was attracted to it through the filming of the movie Avatar.
1. What is Yunnan famous for?| A．The Old Town of Lijiang. |
| B．The rich Tibetan culture. |
| C．The highland lakes. |
| D．The unique limestone scenery. |
| A．Exploring minority villages. |
| B．Seeing herds of sheep. |
| C．Climbing the high peaks. |
| D．Admiring countryside scenery. |
| A．Yunnan. | B．Guilin. | C．Chengdu. | D．Tibet. |
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3 . Best royal palaces in Europe you can visit
There are some royal palaces in Europe that they often open their doors to the public.
Drottningholm Palace, Sweden
This breathtaking 17th century palace in Drottningholm is not only the residence of the Swedish royal family, but it’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its impressively preserved castle and theatre. The palace and park are open to the public year-round.
Royal Palace of Oslo, Norway
The official royal residence for the Norwegian royals, this beautiful palace boasts neoclassical architecture and landscaped gardens complete with ponds and eye-catching statues. During the summer months the palace opens to the public on guided tours, which include beautiful staterooms (会客厅), the Bird Room, the Great Hall and the Family Dining Room.
Royal Palace of Madrid, Spain
While the Palacio Real is officially the royal residence, nowadays the Spanish royals choose to live in the Zarzuela Palace instead, with the Madrid palace used mainly for state ceremonies. There are over 3, 000 rooms in this breathtaking palace making it one of the largest palaces in the world. Highlights include the royal kitchens and the painting gallery, while the Changing of the Guard ceremony never fails to be a hit with tourists.
Palace of Versailles, France
If you seek after a palace that’s luxurious (豪华的), then the Palace of Versailles needs to be on your list. France hasn’t had a royal family since the French Revolution in 1789, but this palace offers a glimpse into how the former royals lived, as well as serving as a museum paying tribute to France’s rich history.
1. What is special about Drottningholm Palace?| A．It is open to the public. | B．It is redecorated. |
| C．It’s the residence of French royal family. | D．It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
| A．The painting gallery. | B．A history museum. |
| C．Beautiful staterooms. | D．An impressive castle. |
| A．The changing of the Guard ceremony. | B．The process of French Revolution. |
| C．The history of Spanish royals. | D．The way of the former royals’ life. |
4 . I like flying to a foreign destination to visit the attractions during holidays, like millions of people are doing nowadays. The world has an amazing variety of must-see sights, from breathtaking natural scenery to impressive old cities, but too many of us are visiting them at the same time is putting pressure on these delicate and ancient places. Therefore, a number of beauty spots and historic sites have been introducing charges or restrictions on the tourists, which is meant to reduce overcrowding that can do harm to the surroundings of a place, protect old buildings in danger, and tidy up the mess that visitors leave behind.
The famous Italian city of Venice has, for example, introduced an entry fee of up to €10 for short-stay tourists. Citizens in Venice have long complained that the city is too crowded with tourists. Now, passengers arriving by cruise ship will have to pay a “landing tax”. Mayor Luigi Brugnaro says, “It would increase much-needed income to keep the city clean.”
Many cities in Europe have already charged a tax on tourists who stay in hotels and guest houses. This tax raises money to help protect the environment, pay for maintenance(维修) costs, or promote tourism. In Rome, new laws have been introduced to bring down bad tourist behaviour, such as forbidding drinking water from fountains and attaching “love padlocks” to bridges. Now the rules work well.
As more of us can now afford to travel, tourist destinations are getting busier, so maybe new laws and taxes on tourists are to be a necessary part of the sightseeing experience and benefit the beautiful attractions a lot.
1. How does the author lead in the topic of the passage?| A．By showing figures. | B．By presenting facts. |
| C．By asking questions. | D．By making comparison. |
| A．Overcrowding of tourists. | B．Lacking of maintenance. |
| C．Extra charges and restrictions. | D．Too much rubbish left by the tourists. |
| A．Visitors staying in hotels for nights. |
| B．Visitors hoping to keep the city clean. |
| C．Visitors damaging the ancient walls. |
| D．Visitors arriving by cruise ship. |
| A．Doubtful. | B．Negative. | C．Supportive. | D．Unconcerned. |
5 . Normally museums exhibit only a small proportion of their collections, but the Boijmans Van Beuningen gallery in Rotterdam is the first in the world to display the whole lot.
Housed in a huge mirrored, bowl-shaped depot (仓库) attached to the museum in the Dutch port city, its collection of 151,000 artworks by artists including Vincent van Gogh and Oscar-Claude Monet will be accessible to visitors from Saturday.
“It is the only fully accessible depot, public depot that is open in the world,” museum director Sjarel Ex told AFP as media toured the building to Tuesday ahead of the opening. “What happens here is that you do not follow the script that was written by a curator (馆长). You see things by accident, and you feel that you are discovering things.”
“Normally, only some 6 to 10 percent of collections at major museums around the world like the Boijmans Van Beuningen are on display, and the rest kept in closed storage depots,” said Ex. That will now change for the Rotterdam institution. Visitors will even be able to watch works being restored. “If you do not show the works, people will stop talking about and thinking about an art work. As a result, it is very likely that it is into oblivion—out of sight,” he said.
The project, whose cost was around 92 million euros has mainly been covered by private donations, features five different temperature zones for different types of artworks. The depot was originally created to solve a very serious problem—the possibility of flooding in a low-lying country where a third of the land sits below sea level. The old basement below the museum was likely to let in water, making it unsuitable for storage. “Every building is a moment in time, so this celebrates for sure the climate,” said its architect, Winy Maas. “Why? Because it’s the reason for the existence of this building—the former archives (档案馆) were under water. It was flooding, so we have to bring it up.”
1. What makes the Boijmans Van Beuningen gallery special?| A．It lies on a site below sea level. |
| B．Most of its collections are donations. |
| C．It has the most collections in the world. |
| D．It is the world’s first museum to exhibit all collections. |
| A．Collections are not supposed to be shown. |
| B．The curator can guide visitors around the museum. |
| C．The depot is open to the public occasionally. |
| D．Visitors discover the collections in person. |
| A．Memory. | B．Honor. | C．Forgetfulness. | D．Preserve |
| A．A Museum Opens Its Entire Art Collections In The Globe First |
| B．The Boijmans Van Beuningen Gallery Held Its First Exhibition |
| C．A Dutch Museum Was Rebuilt After Being Damaged By Flood |
| D．Major Museums In The World Will Display The Whole Collections |
6 . Top Four Places to Visit in and around Bali
Ubud
Ubud is pretty away from the beaches. It is considered the cultural center of Bali, where you will discover the art and spirit of Bali and learn about Balinese religion through paintings, dance, and other art forms. You could drink a beer while watching a local band perform, but most people come here for the cultural appreciation.
Nusa Lembongan
This tiny island off the coast of Bali is where many people miss their journey plans, but it is a must-see, It is the perfect place to stay for a couple of nights, The roads are not good, but the island itself is so beautiful and quiet.
Sanur
Sanur is an especially relaxing beach town. It's close to the airport and Kuta. It's also the starting place to explore Nusa Lembongan.
Kuta
The beach of Kuta is great for surfing. It is crowded and you won't get far without someone trying to get you to rent a surfboard or buy something. The main town is a mixture of market stands and shopping malls containing the biggest brands, from Zara to Ralph Lauren. The familiarity of the western style shops and restaurants won't give anyone too much of a culture shock.
1. Which place are you probably advised to experience Balinese culture?| A．Nusa Lembongan. | B．Sanur. |
| C．Ubud. | D．Kuta. |
| A．It is a beach town near the airport. |
| B．It has a convenient transportation means on it. |
| C．It is a shopping center and famous for surfing. |
| D．It is a place where you can learn Balinese history. |
| A．An official document. | B．A travel magazine. |
| C．A science report. | D．A history book. |
7 . Shopping in Paris, France
Every visitor to Paris goes shopping. Street markets, elegant passages, beautiful department stores, bookstalls along the Seine, fine museum shops―Paris is the perfect place for shoppers.
Covered Passages
You can combine shopping and sightseeing by visiting some of the beautiful covered passages of Paris. These 19th-century glass-roofed arcades (商场) were wildly popular for a while. Today about 20 remain, offering a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as interesting architecture and design.
Markets
Paris is best known for its wonderful markets. Open air markets, covered markets and market streets all offer fresh delicious food. They’re great fun and worth visiting, even if you’re not planning on cooking.
Flower Market
The Marche aux Fleurs (Flower Market) is just upstairs from the Cite station. Come any day of the week to enjoy the flowers, whether you buy or not. On Sunday, the flower market becomes a pet market.
Designer Shops
All of the great French fashion houses have shops in Paris, of course, and the great department stores sell all sorts of good French stuff. If you want to see a street full of top design, stroll down Avenue Montaigne.
Flea Market
For a real shopping adventure, take the Metro to Porte de Clignancourt station on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm for an adventure in the vast Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen, also known as the Clignancourt Flea Market, with several thousand stalls, shops, and vendors selling everything from used blue jeans to paintings and furniture.
Museum Shops
Most of Paris’ great museums have museum shops selling art, books and souvenirs of high quality at very reasonable prices.
1. What can the visitors learn about when visiting covered passages?| A．The history of life. |
| B．The style of buildings. |
| C．The benefit of travelling. |
| D．The development of cities. |
| A．On Monday. |
| B．On Friday. |
| C．On Saturday. |
| D．On Sunday. |
| A．Designer Shops |
| B．Flea Market |
| C．Covered Passages |
| D．Museum Shops |
