1 . Tulum’s location on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, in the Riviera Maya, makes it an ideal spot for enjoying beautiful beaches and great weather.

Spring

Spring is a popular travel time throughout Mexico. Many Mexican families go on vacation during this time, so you should make your accommodation reservations in advance if traveling during this period.

Event: Holy Week

For many Mexicans, it’s an opportunity to head to the beach.

Summer

Summers can be hot and cloudy. There are far fewer tourists during this time, which is great for photo opportunities as well as for enjoying the destination without the crowds. Summertime is the best time to observe whale sharks and sea turtles.

Event: Talking Cross

The Celebration is held in the month of July and has its origins in the 1800s.

Fall

You’re likely to experience some rain if you visit during this season. The rainy season is not completely uncomfortable, however. It usually only rains for a short time, and then the sun comes out again.

Event: Sea Turtle Festival

It is a festival for sea turtles in order to raise people’s consciousness of protecting sea turtles.

Winter

Winter offers the best weather in Tulum. If you’re looking for sunny days and near-perfect beach conditions, this is the time to visit. However, there are more crowds December and January are busy travel months, and Tulum’s party scene and nightlife are at a peak.

Event: Tulum Food, Spirits & Wine

It is a 6-day restaurant week featuring music and special meals and wine. Tourists enjoy a fun and creative cultural environment.

1. What are you advised to do before visiting Tulum in spring?

A．Buy a raincoat.	B．went a surfboard.
C．Prepare food for whale sharks.	D．Book hotels ahead.

2. Which event appeals to tourists interested in protection of animals?

A．Holy Week.	B．Sea Turtle Festival.
C．Tulum Food, Spirits & Wine.	D．Talking Cross.

3. When should you visit Tulum if you want to experience the best weather there?

A．In spring.

B．In summer.

C．In fall.

D．In winter.

2 . Huangguoshu Waterfall, Guizhou

Located in southwest Anshun, Guizhou Province, Huangguoshu Waterfall is the largest and most wonderful group of waterfalls in China. With splendid scenery, the waterfall was included in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest waterfall group in 1999. It is 77.8 meters high and 101 meters wide, with 17 smaller waterfalls.

Best time to visit: May to October

Admission: 180 yuan(March 1 to Oct. 31); 160 yuan off-season(Nov. 1 to Feb. 28)

Shigatse, Tibet

Kanas Lake, lying in a valley in the Altai Mountains, is located near the very northern tip of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous(自治的)Region. The lake is famous for its fantastic natural landscape and mysterious local legend. It is surrounded by thick layers of forest, and the color of the water changes according to different seasons, weather and depth. Kanas Nature Reserve founded in 1980 is now considered a paradise(天堂)for travelers and hikers.

Best time to visit: June, September

Admision: 150 yuan(April 1 to Oct. 31); 80 yuan of-season(Nov. 1 to March 31)

Jiuzhai Valley, Sichuan

Jiuzhai Valley in Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, is a magical fairyland in nature that enchants tourists with mountains, forests, lakes, waterfalls and crowded wildlife.   During autumn, colorful leaves are reflected in the clear waters. Lakes vary in color according to their depths, angles and surroundings, striking a lively contrast with the blue sky and snow-white clouds.

Best time to visit: September to October

Admission: 220 yuan(April 1 to Nov. 15); 80 yuan(Nov. 16 to March 30)

Changbai Mountain, Jilin

Changbai Mountain in southeastern Jilin Province is located on the border(边界)between China and North Korea. Considered as the most famous mountain in northeast China, Changbai Mountain has rich biodiversity(生物多样性). With an average altitude of 2,000 meters, the mountain is well-known for its snowy scenery, cool summers and many mineral springs.

Admission: 100 yuan for adults; 50 yuan for children

Hours: 8 a. m. to 4p. m.

1. Which of the places below best suits travelers and hikers?

A．Huangguoshu Waterfall.

B．Shigatse.

C．Jiuzhai Valley.

D．Changbai Mountain.

2. How much do a couple and their twins pay if they visit Changbai Mountain?

A．300yuan.

B．250 yuan.

C．200 yuan.

D．150 yuan.

3. Where does the text most probably come from?

A．A science magazine.

B．A travel journal.

C．A teacher's handbook.

D．A personal diary.

3 . 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

With cherry blossom(樱花) season right around the corner, the local government in Wuhan， Hubei Province, China, issued recommendations for the best places to admire cherry blossoms, including Donghu Park and Wuhan University.

The first     1    (recommend) place is Donghu Park, among the top three cherry blossom parks in the world alongside parks in Japan and the US.

Wuhan University, which was    2     ( previous) locked down due to COVID-19, is now open to visitors,     3    are willing to register online to enter the campus. The university is famous for its more than 2 ,000 cherry trees, .    4     (earn) it the description “the    5    (beautiful) university campus in China”.

The cherry blossom is one of the    6    (symbol) of Wuhan and as the flower blossoms in spring, it    7     (see) as a sign of energy by local people.“ When we see cherry blossoms fill our city, we know spring is coming and the shadow of coldness has gone away," a Wuhan citizen said.

The flower is also an    8     (inspire) for Wuhan artists. One street artist GAN organized    9    online activity a year ago during the city’s lockdown, inviting artists around the world to create paintings themed on cherry blossoms.

The efforts of the Wuhan government and local people seem to have had an influence as some travelers have begun choosing Wuhan    10    their favorite destination for the upcoming holidays.