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Are you interested in travelling? Here are four famous national parks travelers mostly like in
America.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The name “Great Smoky Mountains” comes from the fog over this mountain range situated along the
Tennessee-North Caroline border. Established in 1934, it is not just home to ecosystem of diverse plants
and animals, but also home to rich Appalachian culture. Visitors there can see waterfalls, go boating on
Fontana Lake and hike the Appalachian Trail. It’s also an excellent vantage point (有利地点) to see the
leaves change in the fall.
Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon is the result of years of geological events creating the Colorado Plateau and
valleys, while the Colorado River carved its way through the valleys. It is truly a natural wonder!
When President Roosevelt visited it in 1903, he said. “The Grand Canyon fills me with awe (敬畏).
It is beyond comparison, beyond description! ” 20 years later, it was officially viewed as a national park.
Yosemite National Park
In addition to being a national park, Yosemite with 10, 000 years’ history is named as a World
Heritage Site. Yosemite National Park is in the western Sierra Nevada of Central California. Though it
covers an area of 747, 956 acres, visitors spend most of their time on the area of the Yosemite Valley
where there are some most famous sites like Yosemite Falls and Cook’s Meadow Loop.
Zion National Park
Zion National Park is situated in southwestern Utah. It has some of the most unique landscapes
packed with mountains, valleys, rivers and deserts.
Zion National Park is also an important place to study ancient humans who made the area their home
about 8,000 years ago. Some of the park’s most notable attractions include Kolob Arch and The Narrows.
1. Where will you go if you want to learn about Appalachian culture ?
A. Grand Canyon National Park.
B. Yosemite National Park.
C. Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
D. Zion National Park.
2. When did Grand Canyon National Park become a national park?
A. In 1887. B. In 1923. C. In 1903. D. In 1934.
3. What’s the similarity between Yosemite National Park and Zion National Park?
A. They are located in the same state.
B. They were both formed as a result of years of geological events.
C. They both have the most charming scenery.
D. People can learn about ancient times there.
