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There are lots of love stories in Chinese literary history. These tales were born from beautiful scenery and rich cultures, making them perfect places to visit.
West Lake, East China
Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
Folktale: The legend is about a snake spirit who falls in love with a human named Xu Xian after meeting on the West Lake.
Travel Information: Walkways, perfectly positioned hills, parks, gardens and towers around the banks of the West Lake offer a great many points for visitors to admire the scenery. The best way to get around the lake is by bike or on foot. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon in particular is the must visit place if you are boating.
Tianhe Mountain, North China
Location: Xingtai, Hebei Province
Folktale: The cowherd (牛郎) and the weaver girl (织女) were once a happy couple, but their love was forbidden. They can meet only once a year when magpies fly together to form a bridge over the sky.
Travel Information: Far from the noisy city, Tianhe Mountain has the beautiful forests, valleys, and waterfalls. It also has a long history that goes back as far as the Stone Age. Nowadays, because of the strong idea with love, many blind dates (相亲) are held here.
Shanhaiguan Pass, North China
Location: Shanhaiguan District, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province
Folktale: Lady Meng Jiang’s husband was sent to build the Great Wall. Unfortunately, her husband died. She cried so bitterly that a part of the Great Wall broke down, exposing his remains.
Travel Information: Shanhaiguan is one of the major passes in the Great Wall of China. To take the Great Wall route, walk straight on from North Gate and then take the first right on the main road. Turn left up to the pathway beside the iron bridge and climb up. After climbing, you can take a break at the old city of Shanhaiguan which is at the foot of the Great Wall.
21. What can we know about the West Lake, East China?
A. West Lake is located in West China.
B. The best way to the West Lake is by car or on foot.
C. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon is worth visiting.
D. It offers few points for visitors to admire the scenery.
22. In Tianhe Mountain, visitors can NOT ________.
A. have a blind date
B. meet the cowherd and the weaver girl
C. stay away from the noisy city
D. visit the beautiful forests, valleys, and waterfalls
23. Where is the article probably taken from?
A. A history book.
B. A geography book.
C. A travel magazine.
D. An official report.
