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Central Park
Explore Central Park,one of the largest city parks in the world and one of the most famous symbols of New York. Let’s have a look at its main sights.
Central Park is New York’s largest city park and one of the biggest in the world,with an area of 843 acres (about 3.4km2).This park is home to man-made lakes,waterfalls,grass and wooded areas.You will also find the Central Park Zoo,among other attractions in this greenspace of New York.
Besides being the city’s primary green lungs,Central Park is also a favorite spot for many New Yorkers. It is perfect for sunbathing,going for walks,or doing any outdoor sports.Something that we found curious is seeing so many people running with their babies in prams (婴儿车).
On Foot or by Bicycle
To get to know some of the wildest parts of Central Park we suggest walking.However,to get a general feel for the whole park,the best thing to do is hire a bicycle and enjoy the scenery.
If you decide to hire a bike,you will find lots of bike rental stores around Central Park that are not very expensive.
Open Time
From 7 a.m.to 10 p.m.on weekends.
From 6 a.m.to 8:30 p.m.on weekdays.
Price
Entry to the Park is free.But if you visit some parts like Central Park Zoo,you need to buy a ticket.
Transport
Subway:Line 5,6,7,A,B,C and D.
Bus:Line M1,M2,M3,M4 and M10.
Nearby places
Metropolitan Museum of Art (447 m)
Guggenheim Museum (564 m)
American Museum of Natural History (688 m)
Whitney Museum of American Art (1 km)
The Frick Collection (1.3 km)
21.What can we learn about the Central Park from the text?
A.It is home to lakes and waterfalls.
B.It is the largest city park in the world.
C.It is perfect for doing outdoor sports.
D.It is the most famous symbol of New York.
22.Which one of the following things is free?
A.Hiring a bicycle.
B.Entrance to Central Park.
C.Visiting Central Park Zoo.
D.Going to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
23.Where can we find this text?
A.In a science report.
B.In a travel guide..
C.In a fashion magazine.
D.In a geography book
