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Welcome to the UK National
Parks
The
United Kingdom has beautiful national parks. Try our quick guide for a handy
introduction to each of the following four parks.
The
Broads
The
Broads, Britain's largest protected wetland, is now home to some of Britain's
rarest wildlife.
Key
areas of interest:
● home to
over a quarter of our rarest wildlife.
● over
125 miles of waterways to explore
● gentle
footpaths and cycle routes, fabulous fishing
● a Roman
fort, medieval churches and traditional windmills
● the
River Wensum runs right into the city of Norwich, just 2 hour from London
Lake
District
The
Lake District has inspired writers and visitors for centuries.
Key
areas of interest:
●
England's largest National Park is now a World Heritage Site
●
Scafell, England's highest mountain
● 16 main
lakes and many smaller tarns
● boat
trips, sailing, boating and swimming
● less
than 2 hour from Manchester
New
Forest
It is
a historic royal hunting forest, where you can enjoy the sight of ponies,
cattle, sheep and pigs.
Key
areas of interest:
● ponies,
cows and pigs on the open forest
● ancient
trees, some over 1,000 years old
● a
coastline of sea creatures, like shingle, saltmarsh, lagoons and mudflats
● less
than an hour from Southampton, Bournemouth and Salisbury
South
Downs
Discover the world-famous white cliffs at Seven Sisters, rolling green
and gold hills, ancient woodland and lowland heaths or explore "picture
perfect" villages, traditional country pubs and flourishing vineyards.
Key
area of interest:
● walk,
cycle or horse ride the length of the national park on the 160 km South Downs
Way national trail
●
grasslands and woodlands rich in wildflowers and butterflies
● market
towns and hidden villages
● just over
an hour by train from London and a short bus ride from Brighton, Portsmouth,
East Bourne and Winchester
(1)
Which park is listed as a World Heritage Site?
A . The Broads.
B . Lake District.
C . New Forest.
D . South Downs
(2)
What will you see in New Forest?
A . Ponies, cattle, sheep and pigs.
B . Some rarest wildlife.
C . Beautiful lakes.
D . Churches and windmills.
(3)
What activity do the Broads and South Downs both offer?
A . Swimming.
B . Sailing.
C . Cycling.
D . Horse riding.
答案: B
A
C