Why We Should Record Travel Moments
On a rainy summer day, I took a train to Switzerland and trekked through the mud to a medieval fortress high atop a cliff. After twisting through its dimly lit corridors, I finally
I had come in search of a sound, not a sight.
Throughout my travels, I’ve found myself
Environmental scientist Lauren Kuehne said, “I think that once you start to listen, once you actually start to listen, you start to appreciate how much
This attitude
Months later back in my L.A. home, I find myself popping on my headphones and listening back to the rush of falling water inside Cave of the Fairies. When I close my eyes, I
2 . One destination is always on trend: the beach, People ready to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life are looking to discover tranquility (宁静) along a picturesque beach. Check out the list below to discover beaches you like.
Baby Beach in Maui. Hawaii
It scores the top spot for the calmest beach in the world with its calm waters. “Baby Beach is an ideal beach for families with toddlers,” Betts said. “Since the waters are so calm and shallow, it provides the perfect opportunity for children to splash around in the ocean.”
Browne’s Beach in Bridgetown, Barbados
This famous half-mile expanse of white sand draws crowds with its calm, crystal-clear waters. It is celebrated for its natural beauty and historical significance, boasting landmarks like the Barbados Yacht Club and the Barbados Cruising Club.
Mauna Kea Beach on Hawaii Island, Hawaii
Fronting the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on Hawaii Island, Mauna Kea Beach is ideal for visitors to peacefully enjoy the Pacific Ocean. With its calm and clear conditions, it’s an ideal destination for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.
Playa La Entrega in Oaxaca, Mexico
Situated along the Oaxacan coastline in a protected bay, Playa La Entrega offers a peaceful mix of natural beauty and adventure. Translating to “the delivery” in English, the beach was once a delivery point for goods during colonial times. It’s a popular place to snorkel along coral reefs filled with marine life. Visitors can rent snorkel gear or buy fresh fruit from local vendors.
1. Which beach best suits families with children?A.Baby Beach. | B.Browne’s Beach. |
C.Mauna Kea Beach. | D.Playa La Entrega. |
A.They all have a long history. | B.They are all famous for their quietness. |
C.They are fantastic destinations for surfers. | D.They are used for delivering goods. |
A.A research paper. | B.A travel brochure. |
C.A geography textbook. | D.A personal journal. |
3 . China has a history of thousands of years, which gives it a lot of historical sites, which include the Summer Place, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, the Potala Palace and the Mogao Grottoe. All of these are UNESCO World Heritage
The Summer Palace: China’s Largest Imperial GardenLocation: Beijing
The Summer Palace is China’s largest imperial garden. UNESCO added this 300-hectare site to the World Heritage List in 1998. There are numerous stores in Suzhou Street, selling souvenirs like antiques, snacks, silk, jewelry and tea. The shop assistants there are dressed in the costumes of the Qing Dynasty.
The Terracotta Warriors: First Emperor Qin’s Buried ArmyLocation: Xi’an
The museum covers an area of 22,780 square meters. Over 8,000 life-size terracotta soldiers and horses, and more than 10,000 bronze weapons were unearthed. The Terracotta Army is candidate for the title “eighth wonder of the world”
The Potala Palace: Masterpiece of Tibetan ArchitectureLocation: Lhasa
It was first built as the palace of Songtsen Gampo (617-650), founder of the Tu-Bo Dynasty. After being rebuilt in the 17th century, it was the residence of Dalai Lamas.There are plenty of precious historical relics in the palace, including over 10,000 Buddha statues made of gold, silver, jade, wood or clay.
The Mogao Grottoes:a Holy Land of Buddhist ArtLocation: Dunhuang
The Mogao Grottoes has 735 grottoes, 450,000 square meters of mural paintings, 2,415 colored Buddha statues made of clay, and more than 50,000 historical relics. All of these make the Mogao Grottoes the largest and the most significant land of Buddhist art.
There are some bestsellers including some of these historical sites●4-Day Lhasa Highlight Tour
●11-Day Classic Wonders Tour — Beijing, Xi’an, Lhasa
●16-Day Memories of China with Yangtze Cruise — Beijing, Xi’an, Yangtze,Shangha
You could always contact us to tailor your own unique tour of China’s historical sites.
1. Where can you buy gifts for your friend who is a tea lover?
A.At the Potala Palace. | B.At the Terracotta Warriors. |
C.At the Summer Palace. | D.At the Mogao Grottoes. |
A.magnificent mural paintings | B.Buddha statues made of jade |
C.terracotta soldiers and horses | D.grottoes with mural paintings |
A.The Terracotta Warriors is the eighth wonder of the world. |
B.The Mogao Grottoes is the most important place of Buddhist art. |
C.Only three tour packages are available for tourists to choose. |
D.The Potala Palace was first constructed for the residence of Dalai Lamas. |
4 . Traveling on foot in Thailand is an amazing experience. While you get ready for a thrilling experience of a lifetime, take a look at some of the best places for your adventure.
Chiang Mai
The trails in Chiang Mai are perfect for amateur hikers. Hiking here is a superb choice as there are beautiful forests, valleys and rivers as well as various tribal (部落的) villages with ethnic minorities that you can explore.
Tips: Pick up a hiking option from an experienced operator that has in-depth knowledge of the area because it is a fairly large one.
Doi Inthanon
Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand. It is also one of the most beautiful places with three impressive waterfalls that flow down quickly. As you travel along the 47-kilometre road to the top, you will pass a few small villages of the Karen Hill Tribes and rice fields.
Tips: Make sure to have an experienced guide.
Hua Hin
One of the most incredible things to do is hiking in Hua Hin. The area features its elephant camps. You can care for the elephants, like feeding and bathing them. It must be a special experience to ride on the back of a tall elephant while exploring this beautiful region.
Tips: Make sure to pack extra clothes if you plan to bathe the elephants.
Kamphaeng Phet
As a historically significant part of Thailand, Kamphaeng Phet is a quiet and charming province with many cultural and natural attractions. You can explore the ancient ruins that are scattered throughout the province.
Tips: Be respectful of the statues and other religious monuments.
1. What do Chiang Mai and Doi Inthanon have in common?A.They are suitable for professional hikers. |
B.They have 3, 000-meter waterfalls. |
C.They are located in the urban areas. |
D.They have some tribal villages. |
A.Look after the elephants. | B.Set up the animal camps. |
C.Design minority clothing. | D.Visit religious monuments. |
A.Chiang Mai. | B.Doi Inthanon. |
C.Hua Hin. | D.Kamphaeng Phet. |
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism recently unveiled 10 nation a-level Yangtze River themed tourist routes. Yichang city in Central China’s Hubei province,
Visitors can take a cruise from downtown Yichang to the tribe, enjoy traditional ethnic group singing and dancing, rub shoulders with inheritors of intangible cultural heritage and go
During the May Day holiday, Yichang received over 6.07 million tourists, with
Since the May Day holiday, the country
6 . Harbin has witnessed a significant boom that has caused it to trend on social media this winter. By December 30, 2023, the city airport’s annual passenger throughput had gone beyond 3000 million. According to a new report, during the three-day New Year holiday, Harbin received 3.05 million tourists and made income of 5.91 billion yuan, both of which reached record highs.
Harbin, also known as China’s “ice city”, is famous for its ice and snow culture. For over 60 years, the city has had a tradition of holding an annual ice lantern exhibition, presenting the creativity and skill of its artists. Recently, the Ice and Snow World, recognized by the Guinness World Records as the largest ice and snow park, is just one of many attractions in the city. It features amazing ice and snow sculptures, including replicas (复制品) of famous landmarks, animals, and cartoon characters. In addition, visitors can also enjoy different kinds of snow sports, such as ice skating, ice fishing, and sledding.
Harbin spared no effort to show its sincerity and hospitality (热情好客) to tourists. At the Ice and Snow World, a lot of new experiences have been provided, such as hovercrafts and bicycles on ice, Ferris wheels, and hot air balloons. Tourists were welcomed with live performances at the airport, and dressing rooms were set up for them to change into warm clothing. Local residents supported by traveling during off-peak hours to reduce traffic and offering tourists free rides. For those unable to book hotels, the government opened the Provincial People’s Congress Service Center for low-cost stays.
“For individual travelers, a city’s infrastructure (基础设施) and public services form the foundation of tourism competitiveness. It is only when tourists feel the warmth of the city and the goodwill of its citizens that they blend into the lives of a travel destination,” said Dai Bin, president of China Tourism Academy.
1. What are the figures in the first paragraph mainly about?A.The boom in Harbin’s tourism industry. |
B.The popularity of Harbin’s new attractions. |
C.The big investment in Harbin’s Ice and Snow World. |
D.The local people’s great passion for the New Year holiday. |
A.It is famous for its ice lantern exhibition. |
B.It is the first ice and snow park in the world. |
C.It offers various snow-centered activities for visitors. |
D.It holds snow sculpture competitions for skilled artists. |
A.New sporting events in the Ice and Snow World. |
B.The measures to ensure tourists’ safety in Harbin. |
C.Kind residents’ support for relieving traffic pressure. |
D.Harbin’s efforts to improve tourists’ travel experiences. |
A.A diary of cultural tours. | B.A news report on tourism. |
C.An advertisement for scenic spots. | D.A review of newly emerging cities. |
Spring is the best time to visit Jiangnan, the regions around the lower reaches of the Yangtze River (长江中下游地区) for wonderful
The district organizes culture and music events
8 . A WONDERFUL NIGHT AT CHANGSHA AQUARIUM(海洋馆)
Have you ever seen sea animals at night? What do they do? Eat? Sleep? Swim? Let’s go and enjoy the happy time. Time: 6:30 p. m.~8:30 p. m. on Saturday.
Tour A 6:30p. m.~7:00 p. m. | Tour B 7:00 p. m.~7:30 p. m. | Tour C 7:30 p. m.~8:00 p. m. | Tour D 8:00 p. m.~8:30 p. m. |
Walking with the penguins | Playing with the seals | Feeding the fish | Taking pictures with the dolphins |
*You can’t eat anything while you are watching the sea animals.
*Each tour costs 15 yuan. You can buy the tickets at the gate of the aquarium.
*You can decide which tour you will join after you arrive at the aquarium.
1. If you want to enjoy 4 tours, how much will you pay for them?
A.15 yuan. | B.30 yuan. |
C.45 yuan. | D.60 yuan. |
A.Feed the fish. | B.Eat food. |
C.Take pictures. | D.Walk with the penguins. |
A.Half an hour. | B.One hour. |
C.One and a half hours. | D.Two hours. |
9 . American Unique Buildings
The country’s full of awe—inspiring natural wonders, but those made by man (and woman) are equally impressive. The architect behind a design or the creation’s history or purpose are all elements that may prove particularly attractive. These following buildings are all well worth visiting.
Bradbury Building
Los Angeles
Glancing at the Bradbury Building, built in 1893, the oldest commercial building in L.A., you may say: “OK, it’s a 19th-century relic.” Step inside and you will be surprised by the light-filled Victorian court, a wonder of open—cage elevators, marble stairs, and splendid iron barriers. Its architectural history is debatable — Sumner Hunt’s designs seem to have been completed by George H. Wyman, who monitored the construction.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Miami
Built in 1916, the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, formerly Villa Vizcaya, is the one-time winter home of businessman James Deering. On Biscayne Bay in the Coconut Grove neighborhood, the early 20th-century property features Italian Renaissance (文艺复兴) gardens, native woodlands, and a complex of historic outbuildings. The property designed by Paul Chalfin is today operated by Miami-Dade County.
Rogers Building
Orlando
The 132-year-old, Queen Anne-style structure, now housing an art gallery but a one-time home to cocktail-and-gaming clubs, was donated to the City of Orlando in 2018 earlier by Ford Kiene. The restriction that it must remain an arts and culture center for at least 20 years ensures public access for the near future.
Griffith Observatory
Los Angeles
It’s possible to see the stars at this destination that includes sweeping views of the city and the Hollywood sign, and has a planetarium (天文馆) to boot. It’s been a draw for its construction style sign its 1935 opening, with a $93 million expansion completed in 2006.
1. Which of the following places has the shortest history?A.Bradbury Building. | B.Griffith Observatory. |
C.Rogers Building. | D.Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. |
A.It used to be an art gallery. | B.It was expanded in 1892. |
C.It was once privately owned. | D.It has been a culture center for 20 years. |
A.Business. | B.Travel. | C.Science. | D.Education. |
Chengdu is a famous historical and cultural city with a history over 3,000 years.
Chengdu is known for its tea houses! There are hundreds, maybe thousands. A good tea to get is the
Some great local delicacies include spicy chicken with peanuts, dry fried green beans, and, mapo tofu. Kung pao chicken handmade sweets
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