UNUSUAL ATTRACTIONS ON THE WATER
Bangkok Floating Markets
There are many floating markets where goods are sold from boats. While modern markets are more popular, floating markets still are huge attractions for local tourism. In Bangkok Floating Markets, Thailand, one of the most popular ones, any visitors can buy local foods and traditional hand-made souvenirs.
Bregenzer Festspiele （Opera festival）
The Bregenz Festival is held every year from July to August in Vorarlberg, Austria. It has the world's largest stage on the water. The performances are different every year but they are usually united by one theme. The decorations （装饰）are very impressive and are worth seeing.
Viva, Artificial Island
Artificial islands are not something new. What makes this island special is that . it is floating. Viva is the largest out of three man-made islands along with Vista and Tera, all situated in Seoul, South Korea. The island weighs 2,000-tons and is technically a buoy （浮标）.The island unfortunately is not carbon-neutral （碳中和） but it has solar panels which can generate electricity to power the hall, restaurants and shopping malls.
Marina Bay Floating Platform Stadium
This stadium was built as a temporary solution while Singapore National Stadium was rebuilt. Now it is used for different sporting events, concerts, and festivals. In particular, it was once used for the opening and closing ceremonies during the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics.
【小题1】What can visitors do at Bangkok Floating Markets?| A．Performing. | B．Boating. ' |
| C．Shopping. | D．Swimming. |
| A．It is the biggest island in South Korea. |
| B．It has the equipment to harness solar energy. |
| C．It is the largest floating stage on the water. |
| D．It is a man-made island only for low-carbon life. |
| A．Bangkok Floating Markets. |
| B．Bregenzer Festspiele. |
| C．Viva, Artificial Island. |
| D．Marina Bay Floating Platform Stadium. |
