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Four Best Cities to Visit in Winter
Cold rains, icy sidewalks and gray skies can make winter travel a trial. But here are four cities around the world that make for a great cold-weather destination:
Prague, Czech Republic
With its snow-capped spires and winding streets, Prague is a fairytale city that remains relatively tourist-free in winter.
The amazing architecture looks even prettier under a sheet of snow, with one of the most beautiful areas being the old town, with its Romanesque vaults. Gas street lamps have been placed throughout the city center, adding a romantic color to evenings. Cafes here are ideal for escaping the bitter cold.
Salzburg, Austria
With its Christmas songs and traditional markets, this is a perfect city for a winter break. “Silent Night” was performed for the first time in the church of Oberndorf on the border of Salzburg on Christmas Eve in 1818.
The city's main market is held in the shadow of Salzburg's Hohensalzburg Castle, but the one held in Mirabell Square is especially popular with food lovers who come to taste local food such as halusky—pieces of dumpling mixed with fried bacon.
Tromso, Norway
Tromso is widely regarded as Norway's most beautiful city and is a base for spoiling the northern lights. There are several attractive museums, including the Polar Museum, which offers an insight into the history of Arctic expeditions, and the Tromso Museum, which is famous for its Sami exhibitions.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
In winter, Amsterdam' s museums are much less crowded, making it the time to visit attractions such as Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House. Built originally to house a circus, the Royal Carre Theater is more than 130 years old. Children will love the spectacular performances.
1. What can you do in Prague?
A. Enjoy the fascinating architecture. B. Taste local food halusky.
C. Appreciate Sami exhibitions. D. Watch a circus performance.
2. Where was “Silent Night” first performed?
A. In the church of Oberndorf. B. In Hohensalzburg Castle.
C. In Mirabell Square. D. In the Polar Museum.
3. Which city will you choose if you want to see the northern lights?
A. Prague. B. Salzburg. C. Tromso. D. Amsterdam.
【答案】1. A 2. A 3. C
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四个冬天适宜游玩的城市。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Prague, Czech Republic部分中“The amazing architecture looks even prettier under a sheet of snow, with one of the most beautiful areas being the old town, with its Romanesque vaults. (这座令人惊叹的建筑在皑皑白雪下看起来更加美丽，其中最美丽的地区之一是有着罗马式拱顶的老城区)”可知，在布拉格你能欣赏迷人的建筑。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Salzburg, Austria部分中““Silent Night” was performed for the first time in the church of Oberndorf on the border of Salzburg on Christmas Eve in 1818.(《平安夜》于1818年平安夜在萨尔茨堡边境的奥本多夫教堂首次演出)”可知，《平安夜》第一次在奥本多夫的教堂演出。故选A。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Tromso, Norway部分中“Tromso is widely regarded as Norway's most beautiful city and is a base for spoiling the northern lights.( Tromso被公认为挪威最美丽的城市，也是北极光的所在地)”可知，如果你想看北极光，你会选择Tromso。故选C。
