Xi'an enjoys a reputations as a “Living History Museum” due to its rich, diverse collection of historical and cultural treasures. Apart from the Terracotta Warriors, there are also some other attractions in the city. Here are some of them.
Ancient City Wall
Xi'an City Wall was built in the 14th century in the Ming Dynasty as a military defense system. Now it is one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls. The wall is now a landmark, dividing the city into inner and outer areas.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda （塔）
Situated in an ancient temple, the pagoda built with layers of bricks was built in the Tang Dynasty. It is traditional Chinese architecture. One of the main functions of the pagoda was to store Buddhist scriptures（经文） and figurines brought to China from India by the famous monk and traveler Xuan Zang, who stayed here for 19 years translating Buddhist scriptures.
Shaanxi History Museum
The Shaanxi History Museum, built in 1991，is home to over 370,000 precious relics unearthed in Shaanxi over the years, The museum consists of three main sections. Its collections range from bronze ware（器血）to pottery ware, gold and silver ware and mural paintings from the Tang Dynasty tombs.
The Muslim Quarter
One of the highlights is its local snacks when you tour Xian. The best food destination is the Muslim Quarter，which has a history of several hundred years. Consisting of a number of food streets, the area has become a famous attraction in the city for its rich and authentic Muslim cultural atmosphere.
【小题1】In which place can you know more about Buddhism?| A．Ancient City Wall. |
| B．Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. |
| C．Shaanxi History Museum. |
| D．The Muslim Quarter. |
| A．Great some bronze wares. |
| B．Eat diverse delicious snacks. |
| C．Visit some watchtowers. |
| D．Translate Buddhist scriptures. |
| A．The Shaanxi History Museum has exhibits made of gold. |
| B．Xuan Zang died in the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. |
| C．The Xi'an City Wallis the oldest Chinese city wall. |
| D．The Muslim Quarter has a history of 100 years. |
Whatever your interest is — Titanic, history, food, music or even Game of Thrones’ filming sites — one of the different tours on offer here in Belfast can satisfy you.
.GAME OF THRONES TOUR
A guided coach tour takes you to explore some of the exciting filming sites in the hit show. You can step into “Winterfell” and experience archery in a recreated film set in “Stark Family” costumes, or even meet some “Stark Family” members!
.TITANIC TOUR
Take the world’s only guided Titanic Boat tour to see the ever changing story of Belfast’s rich sea heritage and how the area has developed into a major tourist attraction. Exploring the Titanic story, the boat tour allows you to view the Titanic Quarter from the water. You also have a chance of seeing many seals living in Belfast.
.MUSIC TOUR
Take a bus journey through the heart of this rock and roll city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy music by way of amazing guitar players, from folk songs to rock and Hollywood soundtracks. Finish up at the wonderful Belfast Music show at the Oh Yeah Music Centre in the Cathedral Quarter.
.CITY TOUR
If you’re short on time but still want to get a general overview of the city, book a private guided taxi tour or a guided open top bus tour. It’s the best and quickest way to find out all about the city’s history and other places of interest.
【小题1】Which tour is suitable for visitors with limited time in Belfast?| A．GAME OF THRONES TOUR. | B．TITANIC TOUR. |
| C．MUSIC TOUR. | D．CITY TOUR. |
| A．Learn how to sail a boat. | B．See a large number of seals. |
| C．Appreciate the movie Titanic. | D．View the Titanic Quarter on land. |
| A．A science magazine. | B．A history textbook. |
| C．A research paper. | D．A travel brochure. |
No matter how you get there, you’re sure to find a nearby adventure just a few hours from Melbourne. Here are the top trips.
Ballarat
Ballarat is a lovely city known for the 1850s Victorian gold rush. Sovereign Hill is an outdoor museum where you can take a guided tour of the gold mine and search for real gold. The best part? The whole museum is characteristic, including actors in costume, horse-drawn carriages, and Wild West-style buildings.
Great Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road is an about 151-mile road along the south-eastern coast of Australia. Along the way, there are stops for wildlife meetings, waterfalls, and surfing. If you’re doing a self-guided road trip, be sure to stop at Bells Beach to watch the surfers. This beach is where the Rip Curl Pro surfing competition is held each year.
Dandenong Ranges
The Dandenong Ranges are a set of low mountain ranges in the east of the city. It’s an excellent spot for hiking, cycling, or bush walks. The Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway is a popular path known for its challenging stairs to the top of a hill. It’s set in a wet and cool rainforest environment and offers a peaceful escape from the big city.
Mount Buller
If you’re visiting Victoria from late June to early October, consider a trip to the snow. Skiing in Australia is quite family-friendly. You can rent equipment at Mount Buller, and lift passes can be as cheap as AU $66, depending on the time of year. It is one of the largest ski villages in Victoria, with over 30 restaurants and bars, plus plenty of accommodation options.
【小题1】What can we learn about Ballarat from the text?| A．There used to be a gold rush. | B．Its economy depends on tourism. |
| C．Sovereign Hill is free of charge. | D．Some famous actors will perform there. |
| A．To meet with wild animals. | B．To watch celebrations. |
| C．To stay away from heavy traffic. | D．To enjoy people’s surfing performances. |
| A．Ballarat. | B．Great Ocean Road. | C．Dandenong Ranges. | D．Mount Buller. |
Welcome to the UK National Parks
The United Kingdom has beautiful national parks. Try our quick guide for a handy introduction to each of the following four parks.
The Broads
The Broads, Britain’s largest protected wetland, is now home to some of Britain’s rarest wildlife.
Key areas of interest:
● home to over a quarter of our rarest wildlife.
● over 125 miles of waterways to explore
● gentle footpaths and cycle routes, fabulous fishing
● a Roman fort, medieval churches and traditional windmills
● the River Wensum runs right into the city of Norwich, just 2 hour from London
Lake District
The Lake District has inspired writers and visitors for centuries.
Key areas of interest:
● England’s largest National Park is now a World Heritage Site
● Scafell, England’s highest mountain
● 16 main lakes and many smaller tarns
● boat trips, sailing, boating and swimming
● less than 2 hour from Manchester
New Forest
It is a historic royal hunting forest, where you can enjoy the sight of ponies, cattle, sheep and pigs.
Key areas of interest:
● ponies, cows and pigs on the open forest
● ancient trees, some over 1,000 years old
● a coastline of sea creatures, like shingle, saltmarsh, lagoons and mudflats
● less than an hour from Southampton, Bournemouth and Salisbury
South Downs
Discover the world-famous white cliffs at Seven Sisters, rolling green and gold hills, ancient woodland and lowland heaths or explore “picture perfect” villages, traditional country pubs and flourishing vineyards.
Key area of interest:
● walk, cycle or horse ride the length of the national park on the 160 km South Downs Way national trail
● grasslands and woodlands rich in wildflowers and butterflies
● market towns and hidden villages
● just over an hour by train from London and a short bus ride from Brighton, Portsmouth, East Bourne and Winchester
【小题1】Which park is listed as a World Heritage Site?| A．The Broads. | B．Lake District. | C．New Forest. | D．South Downs |
| A．Ponies, cattle, sheep and pigs. | B．Some rarest wildlife. |
| C．Beautiful lakes. | D．Churches and windmills. |
| A．Swimming. | B．Sailing. | C．Cycling. | D．Horse riding. |
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