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2022-2023学年四川省眉山市重点中学高一（下）月考英语试卷 15 37.5 一、阅读理解（本大题共 小题，共 分） A Looking for some bucket-list travel ideas? You cant go wrong with these natural wonders. Marble Chapels, Patagonia The Marble Chapels are an absolute must when visiting Patagonia. The stunning caves are located in the middle of General Carrera Lake, which makes them accessible only by boat. The Marble Chapels are layers of calcium carbonate formations resulting from wind and water slapping the rocks. The best time to visit is in the austral summer, from December to March. Yosemite National Park, USA One of Californias crown jewels, Yosemite National Park is an outdoor playground for nature enthusiasts. The protected park is approximately 3108 square kilometres, and it features towering sequoias, dramatic waterfalls, beautiful: mountain ranges and sheer granite towers. May or June is the best time to see the waterfalls. Great Barrier Reef, Australia One of the worlds greatest spectacles also happens to be one of the most vulnerable. Whether you choose to view this global treasure from a helicopter or go diving to enjoy close encounters with tropical fish, its hard not to notice the direct impact of climate change. Warmer temperatures have led to amounts of coral bleaching. If the damage continues at the rate, more than 90 percent of the living coral will erode within the next decade. Blue Grotto, Malta Malta is known for year-round warm weather, ancient cities, dazzling beaches, and the Blue Grotto: a series of caves that form high arches along the southern coast of the island. On a clear day, you can see the fluorescent colours reflected on the cave. Try to book a boat tour early in the morning when the sea is calm the sun is bright, and there are fewer crowds. 1. Which two of the natural wonders attract tourists who love ca