2017年你去哪里旅行了吗？根据某公司提供的专业数据，根据国外游客到访人次排序出2017年的20个旅游城市。这些素材非常适合运管用在雅思口语中，同样对于日常阅读的练习也非常有帮助。明年的旅行计划，你会考虑它们吗？

 

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　　Miami, Florida

　　迈阿密，美国佛罗里达州

 

 

　　Despite being hit hard by Hurricane Irma, Miami's beaches and world-renowned party scene attracted 8.1 million visitors in 2017.

　　尽管受到了飓风厄玛的重击，迈阿密的海滩和世界闻名的派对依然在2017年吸引了810万游客。

 

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　　Mecca, Saudi Arabia

　　麦加，沙特阿拉伯

 

 

　　This desert city is known as the birthplace of both the Islam faith and the Prophet Muhammad, which is why millions make the pilgrimage to Mecca every year. Only Muslims are allowed to enter the city, which has counted 8.7 million visitors this year.

　　众所周知，这座沙漠城市是伊斯兰信仰的发源地，也是先知穆罕默德的出生地，这也是每年数百万人都要去麦加朝圣的原因。只有穆斯林才能进入这座城市，今年访问麦加的穆斯林游客总计达870万人。

 

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Prague, Czech Republic

布拉格，捷克共和国

 

　　

　　A popular destination for history buffs, Prague boasts stunning baroque and gothic architecture, as well as a beautiful astronomical clock that dates back 600 years. Its Christmas Market is also one of Europe's most popular. This year, the city has seen 8.6 million visitors.

　　布拉格拥有令人惊叹的巴洛克和哥特式建筑，还有历史长达600年的美丽天文钟，深受历史爱好者的欢迎。布拉格的圣诞市场也是欧洲最热闹的市场之一。今年，布拉格接待了860万游客。

 

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　　Guangzhou, China

　　广州，中国

　　

　　

 

　　It's possible that Guangzhou attracts more business than leisure travelers. It's China's third-largest city, and its proximity to Hong Kong and the South China Sea make it a major trade port. Guangzhou attracted 9.1 million visitors this year.

　　广州吸引的商务人士可能比游客要多。广州是中国第三大城市，因为毗邻香港和中国南海而成为中国主要的贸易港口。今年广州吸引了910万游客。

 

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　　Seoul, South Korea

　　首尔，韩国

 

 

　　There's something for every traveler in Seoul — traditional Buddhist temples are found among towering skyscrapers, old teahouses, and beautiful parks. The city has seen 7.7 million visitors in 2017.

　　每一位游客都能在首尔找到自己想要的——在高耸入云的摩天大楼、老茶馆和美丽的公园间还能看到传统的佛教寺庙。首尔在2017年迎来了770万游客。

 

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　　Istanbul, Turkey

　　伊斯坦布尔，土耳其

 

 

　　Given its unique position between both Europe and Asia, Istanbul is a melting pot of cultures. The various empires that have ruled the city have left behind several relics, one of the most well-known being the Hagia Sophia, a Byzantine Mosque whose dome dates back to the 6th century. 8.6 million visitors have traveled to the city this year.

　　因为地处欧洲和亚洲之间的独特位置，伊斯坦布尔是个文化大熔炉。这座历经多个帝国统治的城市留下了一些文化遗产，最的就是圣索菲亚大教堂，这座拜占庭清真寺的历史可以追溯到6世纪。今年860万游客访问了伊斯坦布尔。

 

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　　Taipei, China

　　台北，中国

　　

　　

 

　　Famed for its many night markets and bustling street food scene, Taipei is a great destination to explore solo. Don't miss the views from the observatory near the top of the Taipei 101 skyscraper, which dominates the city's skyline. Taipei has counted 9.3 million visitors in 2017.

　　以夜市众多和熙熙攘攘的街头美食风景闻名的台北是独自探险的旅游地。不要错过在台北101层附近的观景台上俯瞰台北夜景的机会。台北101大厦是划破台北天际线的主要地标。2017年，台北共计接待了930万游客。

 

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　　Tokyo, Japan

　　东京，日本

 

 

　　Japan's capital is full of museums and temples, many of which are surrounded by serene woods and gardens. The Tsukiji Fish Market and Harajuku are popular tourist destinations that are worth the hype. This year, Tokyo has attracted 9.7 million visitors.

　　日本首都东京到处都是博物馆和寺庙，许多博物馆和寺庙都被幽静的森林和花园所环绕。筑地市场和原宿是值得一去的热门旅游景点。今年，东京吸引了970万游客。

 

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　　Rome, Italy

　　罗马，意大利

 

 

　　Rome is bursting with culture and history. From the Colosseum to the Roman Forum and St. Peter's Basilica, it feels like there's a sight to see around every corner, so it's no surprise that the city has attracted 9.6 million visitors this year.

　　罗马充满了文化和历史气息。从罗马斗兽场到古罗马广场再到圣彼得大教堂，感觉罗马的每个角落都是风景，所以罗马今年吸引了960万游客也就不足为奇了。

 

 

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　　Phuket, Thailand

　　普吉岛，泰国

 

　　

 

　　Loved for its soft, sandy beaches and bright turquoise waters, Phuket is Thailand's largest island, which means there's much more to do on the island than just lounge. Its resort towns are known for their nightlife. The island has counted 12.1 million visitors this year.

　　因为柔软的沙滩和明亮的蓝绿色海水而广受喜爱的普吉岛是泰国大岛，这意味着除了躺着看海，游客还有更多娱乐项目。普吉岛度假村的夜生活非常出名。今年普吉岛总计接待了1210万游客。

 

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