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Book towns around the world
Hay-on-Wye
The booktown movement was started in the 1960s by Hay resident Richard Booth, who had the idea to promote his economically struggling town in Wales. Then he made it a destination for book lovers and collectors. In addition to its many bookstores, the town holds the annual Hay Festival which attracts more tourists. The festival has expanded over the years to include musical performances, film previews and art exhibitions.
Wigtown
Wigtown, Scotland, has its own literary festival, which is held each autumn. And there's also another event which is designed to target children. And tourists have taken an interest in Wigtown's bird watching, hiking and sightseeing opportunities in addition to the books and cultural events. Its effort to become a destination for book lovers began when it earned the right to call itself Scotland's National Book Town in the late 1990s.
Paju Book City
The first plans for Paju Book City were created in 1989 by a group of publishers with the help of the South Korean government. Located in Gyoha-eup, it has used bookstores with titles in Korean and in foreign languages. Most booksellers have cafes where you can page through your new purchases while sipping a coffee. It also has exhibit spaces and art galleries. One of Paju's highlights is the Forest of Wisdom that is open all day. It's a library with donated books that anyone can look through.
Mundal
First operated in 1995, the book town in Vestland, Norway is open during May and mid-September every year. During this time, tourists can also explore fjords(峡湾)by boat, have a trip to the nearby delta (a great place for bird-watchers) and even try to swim in the cold glacial(冰川的) waters. Books are sold in so-called book cafes and in converted(改建的)boat houses, barns and even in a bus stop.
21. What can we know about the book town movement in Hay-on-Wye?
A. It is an activity for history lovers. B. The town holds the Hay Festival every two years.
C. It was started in the 1950s. D. It aims to help the town get rid of poverty.
22. Which book town favors parents to go with their kids?
A. Mundal. B. Paju Book City. C. Hay-on-Wye. D. Wigtown.
23. What is special about Mundal?
A. It is open all day. B. Its opening time lasts half a year.
C. Its books can be bought in converted buildings. D. It provides donated books for everyone.
