One of the great delights of Xi’an is to explore its nightlife and entertainment. It gives the visitor a 【小题1】(memory) experience of life in the city both as it was long ago and as it is today.

A good place to start is the Bell Tower as it stands in the historical center of the city 【小题2】 is near the booming modern commercial district. Throughout the night, both the Bell Tower and Drum Tower are well-lighted, 【小题3】(provide) a striking setting for traditional Chinese restaurants and bright modern shopping malls 【小题4】 with a mix of color and movement, the neon lights together with the street lighting present a vivid magical picture. As the bell 【小题5】(ring) in the Bell Tower, you can imagine yourself standing in the city as 【小题6】 was centuries ago.

If you want to enjoy a more traditional Chinese evening, then the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show is 【小题7】 must, and its music and dance 【小题8】(symbol) the glory of Chinese civilization. Moreover, in The Tang Dynasty Theatre Restaurant, you will enjoy music 【小题9】(play) on ancient Chinese instruments such as the Pi Pa and Sheng. The musicians also play the more easily recognized western style instruments, of course. 【小题10】(complete) your Tang Dynasty experience, don’t forget to enjoy a Dumpling Dinner!

My journey began in Linhai County, a city in Zhejiang Province with more than 2000 years of history. As I arrived, I 【小题1】(attract) by the splendid city wall that overlooked the city, with clean, clear fountains 【小题2】(flow) throughout.

Wandering through the ancient streets in Linhai, I was amazed at the old buildings on both 【小题3】(side). The simple but elegant design of the buildings reminded me 【小题4】 the past era. As I explored further, I discovered a unique and charming lake. Artificial hills lay in the middle of the lake, dotted with water lilies and swimming fish.

Throughout my visit, I was particularly fond of the local food, 【小题5】 was not only delicious but also surprisingly affordable. I 【小题6】(enjoy) a tasty lunch of dumplings filled with tender bamboo shoots and meat. The quality of the food combined with 【小题7】(it) reasonable price made the meal a delight.

My time in Linhai County left 【小题8】 unforgettable mark on my memory. This beautiful city 【小题9】 (true) captured my heart. From the splendid city wall to the delicious food, Linhai County is a place where the past and present coexist harmoniously. It’s very likely for me 【小题10】(return) someday as I’m eager to uncover more of its secrets.

In Britain, the British Museum,the Natural History Museum, the Tate Gallery are all a must-see for everybody who 【小题1】(come) to the country, but there’re also a lot of interesting things to do for those who love the outdoors. The Notting Hill Carnival is the 【小题2】(large) street festival in Europe. First 【小题3】(hold) in 1964, it’s a celebration of Caribbean culture but now includes Brazilians, Africans, Europeans and anybody else who likes to dress colorfully and feels the urge 【小题4】(dance) to the sound of a beat. With its 【小题5】(popular) growing, it’s evaluated that 50,000 performers will take part in the parade, 【小题6】(attract) more than 1 million people over the weekend.

In mid-August, in Bristol, a city about 200km from London, the sky is filled 【小题7】color during its annual balloon fiesta. If the weather is good, more than 100 hot air balloons rise up from the Fiesta’s site in Ashton Court.

Britain is full of 【小题8】(tradition) and sometimes just stopping at a country pub for a beer or having cream tea in a small tea room can make a moment special. Always be sure that 【小题9】 you get there, learn enough English to ask for directions. Have 【小题10】 nice holiday!