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Amsterdam Destination Guide
Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museum and cycling culture. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.
Peak (高峰) Season
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Population
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Language(s)
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Currency (货币)
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January Climate
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July Climate
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May to October
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813,562
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Dutch
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Euro
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Average high: 5.8 °C
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Average high: 22.0 °C
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Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. Don’t miss the Dam Square and the areas around Spui and Nieuwmarkt. You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is a great place to buy souvenir gifts for family back home at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. If you have time you should try to explore the Canal Ring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a pub for celebrity spotting and nightlife today.
Transportation
Travelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest airports in the world. This airport is located about 15 kilometers southwest of the city center. You’d better catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes (路线). It’s typically not a good idea to drive a car to the city center because traffic is crowded and parking is difficult to find. Cycling is quite popular here, and it’s easy to find cheap bike rentals around town.
. Which month is the high tourist season?
A. July. B. January. C. April. D. December.
22. Where can tourists enjoy shopping?
A. In the Vondelpark. B. At the Canal Ring.
C. At the Dam Square. D. At the Albert Cuyp Market.
23. What transportation is recommended traveling from Schiphol to Central Station?
A. By bike. B. On foot. C. By car. D. By train.
【答案】. A 22. D 23. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了计划去阿姆斯特丹旅游时要记住的一些关键信息。
【题详解】
细节理解题。根据表格中“Peak (高峰)Season May to October (高峰季 5月到10月)”可知,7月属于旅游旺季。故选A项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据Must-See Attractions中“You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is a great place to buy souvenir gifts for family back home at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. (你还可以去阿姆斯特丹南区的博物馆区看看,在那里你可以在Albert Cuyp市场为家人买纪念品,也可以在Vondelpark野餐)”可知,游客在Albert Cuyp市场可以享受购物。故选D项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据Transportation中“You’d better catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes (路线). It’s typically not a good idea to drive a car to the city center because traffic is crowded and parking is difficult to find. (你最好乘从史基浦到阿姆斯特丹中央车站的火车,那里有许多联运路线。开车去市中心通常不是个好主意,因为交通拥挤,很难找到停车位)”可知,从史基浦到中央车站推荐乘火车的交通方式。故选D项。