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This story introduces Lima, a coastal city in Peru, highlighting its fresh seafood, mild weather, local cuisine, and tourist attractions.
利马，秘鲁
利马在秘鲁的海边，是南美洲的大城市。因为靠近太平洋，所以这里的海鲜非常新鲜。
虽然城市常常有雾，但是天气不冷不热。人们一边在海边走路，一边看冲浪的人。空气里有鱼和柠檬的味道。
本地美食是酸橘汁腌鱼（ceviche）。鱼很新鲜，味道酸酸的，有点辣。你可以在市场买一份，价格很便宜，配一块面包和一杯果汁。
武器广场是必看的地方，有老教堂和总统府。博物馆也有很多，门票不贵。走路去景点很方便。
夏天最适合来利马，虽然冬天也有雾。旅行小贴士：在海边餐厅吃午餐，价格比晚上便宜。
海浪轻轻拍，生活很悠闲。
Lì Mǎ, Bì Lǔ
Lì Mǎ zài Bì Lǔ de hǎi biān, shì Nán Měizhōu de dà chéngshì. Yīnwèi kàojìn Tàipíng Yáng, suǒyǐ zhèlǐ de hǎixiān fēicháng xīnxiān.
Suīrán chéngshì chángcháng yǒu wù, dànshì tiānqì bù lěng bú rè. Rénmen yìbiān zài hǎi biān zǒulù, yìbiān kàn chōnglàng de rén. Kōngqì lǐ yǒu yú hé níngméng de wèidào.
Běndì měishí shì suān jú zhī yān yú (ceviche). Yú hěn xīnxiān, wèidào suān suān de, yǒudiǎn là. Nǐ kěyǐ zài shìchǎng mǎi yí fèn, jiàgé hěn piányi, pèi yí kuài miànbāo hé yì bēi guǒzhī.
Wǔqì Guǎngchǎng shì bì kàn de dìfang, yǒu lǎo jiàotáng hé zǒngtǒng fǔ. Bówùguǎn yě yǒu hěnduō, ménpiào bú guì. Zǒulù qù jǐngdiǎn hěn fāngbiàn.
Xiàtiān zuì shìhé lái Lì Mǎ, suīrán dōngtiān yě yǒu wù. Lǚxíng xiǎo tiēshì: zài hǎi biān cāntīng chī wǔcān, jiàgé bǐ wǎnshang piányi.
Hǎilàng qīngqīng pāi, shēnghuó hěn yōuxián.
Lima, Peru
Lima is on the coast of Peru, a big city in South America. Because it is close to the Pacific Ocean, the seafood here is very fresh.
Although the city often has fog, the weather is neither cold nor hot. People walk along the seaside while watching surfers. The air smells of fish and lemon.
The local delicacy is ceviche. The fish is very fresh, tastes sour and a bit spicy. You can buy a portion at the market, the price is very cheap, paired with a piece of bread and a glass of juice.
The Plaza de Armas is a must-see, with an old cathedral and the presidential palace. There are also many museums, and tickets are not expensive. It is very convenient to walk to the attractions.
Summer is the best time to visit Lima, although winter also has fog. Travel tip: have lunch at a seaside restaurant, the price is cheaper than in the evening.
The waves gently lap, life is very leisurely.
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| Word | Pinyin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 海 | hǎi | sea |
| 鱼 | yú | fish |
| 市场 | shìchǎng | market |
| 好吃 | hǎochī | delicious |
| 便宜 | piányi | cheap |
| 面包 | miànbāo | bread |
| 果汁 | guǒzhī | fruit juice |
| 走路 | zǒulù | to walk |
| 天气 | tiānqì | weather |
| 雾 | wù | fog |
因为…所以…
This structure means ‘because. . . so. . . ‘ and is used to express cause and effect. The clause after 因为 states the reason, and the clause after 所以 states the result.
因为靠近太平洋， 所以这里的海鲜非常新鲜。
虽然…但是…
This structure means ‘although. . . but. . . ‘ and is used to express contrast. The clause after 虽然 introduces a concession, and the clause after 但是 states the main point.
虽然城市常常有雾， 但是天气不冷不热。
不冷不热
Neither cold nor hot; describes pleasant weather.
Ceviche
Ceviche is a traditional Peruvian dish made from fresh raw fish cured in citrus juices, such as lemon or lime, and spiced with chili peppers. It is often served with onions, sweet potato, and corn. It is a popular street food and restaurant dish in Lima.
Questions
- 利马在哪个国家？ (答案)
- 为什么利马的海鲜很新鲜？ (答案)
- 利马的天气怎么样？ (答案)
- 本地美食是什么？ (答案)
- 武器广场有什么？ (答案)
- 什么时候最适合来利马？ (答案)
Multiple Choice
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True/False
- 利马在秘鲁的海边。 (答案)
- 利马的天气常常很热。 (答案)
- 酸橘汁腌鱼的味道是甜的。 (答案)
- 武器广场有老教堂和总统府。 (答案)
- 冬天最适合来利马。 (答案)
- 在海边餐厅吃午餐比晚餐便宜。 (答案)
Retell the Story
关键词: 利马 秘鲁 海边 因为 太平洋 海鲜 新鲜
关键词: 虽然 雾 天气 不冷不热 一边 走路 冲浪
关键词: 酸橘汁腌鱼 鱼 新鲜 市场 便宜 面包 果汁