Perched on the East Coast of Australia, few cities are as geographically spectacular as Sydney, the capital of the state of New South Wales, and home to over four and a half million people.
- perch on 坐在…上，坐落于
- as geographically as
- home to「number」people 形容国家或者城市人口的时候可以使用
Surrounded by the rolling Pacific Ocean, two dramatic headlands stand as a timeless gateway to one of the worlds most beautiful harbors. Blessed with over 100 beaches, bathed in year-round sunshine, and buzzing with a youthful vitality, when it comes to the good life, Sydney is hard to top.
- bathed in year-round sunshine 形容一年四季阳光普照
- buzz 嗡嗡, be noisy with sth
例: I love the buzz of big cities; a buzz of excitement; buzz with new ideas - vitality 活力，生命力
Sydney's heart is the harbor. What began as a penal colony in 1788, would within a century be transformed into paradise. From its rough and tumble beginnings in an area known as The Rocks, Sydney soon threw off its convict shackles and blossomed into a gracious city, filled with Victorian Architecture and public gardens.
- rough and tumble 斗争，混乱
disorderly action and disregard of rules
例： rough and tumble politics - blossom into 发展成
- filled with 满是...；充斥着...
New arrivals came by the boatload in search of a new life. The city expanded, into gorgeous inner city suburbs like Paddington, harbor neighborhoods like Rose Bay, and into beachside communities up and down the coast.
- 旅游者： new arrivals, first-timer, locals（下文）
- in search of a new life
-expand into 发展成，扩张成
For first-timers, Sydney can feel like a maze of beaches, headlands, bays and coves. The quickest way to find your bearings is to take the trip to the top of the Sydney Tower. From over 800 feet up, the observation deck offers 360 degree views of the entire city.
- 游玩：take your trip to; head to（下文）; get about（下文）
- find your bearings 找到方向，come to grips（下文）掌握
例：keep your bearings
Once you've come to grips with the layout of the city, head to Circular Quay, Sydney's version of Grand Central Station. From Circular Quay you can get just about anywhere by ferry, water taxi or train. Just to the right, like white sails billowing in the breeze is the Sydney Opera House. You don't need a ticket or tuxedo to explore this incredible performance venue. Whichever way you look, inside or outside, up or down, the Opera House is nothing less than an architectural miracle.
- venue 地点
- nothing less than 简直就是
Just behind the Opera House, on the site of Sydney's first farm are the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Sydney Domain. Here you'll find Government House, the Art Gallery of New South Wales and some of the leafiest views in Sydney. To the left of Circular Quay stands the famous "Coat-hanger", the Sydney Harbour Bridge. One of Sydney's famous sons, Paul Hogan, the star Crocodile Dundee, was a painter on the bridge before he hit the big time. But you don't need to work on the bridge to enjoy the views from the top, simply strap on a safety harness and join a Bridge Climb Tour.
- on the site of 在.....那里
- hit the big time 成名
- enjoy the views from the top
Just across the bridge at Luna Park, you'll find Sydney's most famous smile. The rides are a little on the vintage side, but the locals wouldn't have it any other way. This heritage-listed fun park has been thrilling Aussie families since 1935. Just a short ferry ride from Luna Park is Darling Harbour, one of Sydney's urban renewal triumphs. Once the site of rusting railway yards, Darling Harbour is now home to the National Maritime Museum, and popular parks, bars and restaurants. Only a few blocks away you'll find the Powerhouse Museum, a celebration of steam, space, and science. A short walk across the Pyrmont Bridge is the Sydney Sea Life Aquarium where you'll experience many of Australia's maritime environments, from the Great Barrier Reef, to the rugged South Coast. Australia has a reputation as a land of creatures that bite, sting, and can even rip off your whole arm. At the Wild Life Sydney nature park, say g'day to some of the world's deadliest creatures, as well as some of Australia's most cuddly.
- 形容距离：
Just across, just a short ferry ride from, only a few blocks
away, a short walk across - heritage-listed fun park
- have a reputation as 以...闻名
- cuddly 可爱的
But for the zoo with the view, hop back on the ferry and cruise over to Taronga Zoo. Ride the cable car to the top of the hill and follow the paths back down, past some of the happiest and most relaxed looking creatures you'll ever see. And who wouldn't be, with views like this!
- 交通方式： hop back on the ferry, ride the cable car
- And who wouldn't be, with views like this! 谁不想有这美景！
When it's time to cool off, grab your towel and head to Bondi Beach. You haven't experienced Sydney until you've felt Bondi's golden sand between your toes. The beach is patrolled year round by bronzed Aussie lifesavers, but always remember to swim between the flags! Another famous seaside suburb not to be missed is Manly. The 30-minute ferry ride from Circular Quay to Manly Wharf is all part of the adventure. Go for a dip in the gentle harbor-side waters of Manly Cove, or head through the historic Corso to Manly Beach. If you've never tried surfing, pack your board-shorts, this is the place to learn.
- not to be missed 不能错过的
- go for a dip 游泳
Feeling energetic? Hike the coastal paths and bush tracks to North Head for some incredible views back to the city.
So, you've climbed the bridge, tackled some Bondi waves, and wrangled the wildlife, no doubt your feeling a little a thirsty. Time to partake in one of the great Sydney traditions. Join the locals by the water, raise your ice cold beer, and make a toast ~ to paradise.
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