Unit 1 Wish you were here Welcome to the unit and Reading 课件-2022-2023学年高中英语牛津译林版（2020）选择性必修第三册

Unit 1 Wish you were here Welcome to the unit & Reading (I) The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. —Marcel Proust 真正的探索之旅并不在于寻找 新的风景，而是要有新的眼光。 ——马赛尔·普鲁斯特 （代表作品：《追忆逝水年华》） Lead-in Have you ever been on a voyage where you could appreciate the familiar landscape around you with “new eyes”? Now, watch three clips of videos to look at the city that we live in with “new eyes”. Discussion When we go to a tourist destination, what can we do to explore the fun and beauty of that place? What to experience and explore culture food drinks natural scenery scenic spots people daily life ... Discussion 1. How would you describe the postcards below? Lijiang River Empire State Building Big Ben Uluru (Ayers Rock) Discussion Lijiang River Discussion Lijiang River The Lijiang River is situated in Guangxi, China, and it is a part of the Lijiang River Scenic Zone. This scenic zone is famous for its natural and historic beauty. The postcard shows the stunning karst mountains that the area is known for in the background. The river itself is so still that it reflects the sky and mountains clearly. The sun casts its beautiful light across the sky, adding a warm glow to the peaceful scenery. There is also a man on a bamboo raft in the foreground. Empire State Building Discussion Empire State Building The Empire State Building is in New York City, USA. It is a 102-story skyscraper and is often seen in American films. Tourists visit the Empire State Building to get a panoramic view of New York from the 86th-floor and 102nd-floor observatories. The postcard shows a breathtaking view of this famous building against the backdrop of Manhattan. In the postcard, the sun is setting and the building is lit up, which emphasizes its distinct shape and makes it stand out. Big Ben Discussion Big Ben The Big Ben clock tower is located in London, UK. It is among the most popular landmarks and represents the city. It is easily recognizable and form