Текст / Разные достопримечательности (на англ.)

The world-known clock. Everyday about 500 tourists come to London to see the Big Ben. Built in 1858, it was named after an architect whose name was Ben (Benjamin). The interesting fact is that you are not allowed to get inside the Big Ben if you aren’t an Englishman. No tourists allowed.   2. Madam Tussaud’s Museum The most famous museum of waxworks. It presents all famous people from singers and actors to Prime Ministers and Presidents. All the waxworks are of such a good quality, that sometimes you can mistake them for a real person.   3. Piccadilly Circus. The place is far from what is called “a circus”. It is a well-known meeting point of the city. It has become so popular, that is now considered to be a place to visit for all the tourists.   4. London Eye. It is one of the biggest observation wheels in the world. Its height is 135 meters. It has 32 cabins which symbolize 32 districts of London. It takes 30 minutes to make a full circle. But it is the view you will never forget. The cost is about £20.   5. London National Gallery. The gallery has more than 2000 works of world-known artists of XIII-XX centuries. You can spend the whole day there and it will not be enough. What is interesting, is that the gallery is free for everyone.

My native town is Chita. The Chita Region is in the south-east of Siberia, in Zabaikalye. Its territory is about 430000 sq. km. Zabaikalye is far away from the big economic centres of the west of the country, but it’s close to the Russian Far East. The Region is a mountainous country. There are some plateaus, hills and mountain ranges: the Argynsky and Nerchinsky chains. The ranges Kodar, Udokan and Kalar are also well-known. Our Region is rich in natural resources: ferrous and non-ferrous metals, precious metals (silver, gold, platinum), clay, construction materials, graphite, magnetic ores, technical and drinking water, copper, zinc, uranium and molybdenum. There are a lot of rives in our region. The Shilka and the Argun rivers flowing over the territory are the sources of the Amur. The Shilka, in its turn, has the tributaries – the Ingoda and the Onon. Such rivers as the Khilok and the Chikoi flow into the Lena River basin. The Chita Region has a lot of lakes such as Leprindo, Leprindokan in the North and the group of Ivano-Arakhlei lakes in the central part. Our rivers and lakes are abundant in fish: pike, salmon, trout, grayling, perch and so on. Zabaikalye is originally a land of vast forests, mainly pine, birch and larch. They are the commonest trees in the region. Besides, in our taiga you can find elm, asp, alder. There are evergreen trees such as pines, fir-trees, silver fir trees, Siberian cedar. As for me, I like cedar nuts, They are so tasty. Animal life is various too. Many different animals live in forests and woods, fields and meadows: bears, wolves, foxes, hares, elks, lynxes, sables, squirrels, chipmunks, red deer, musk deer, north deer. When spring comes our woods and forests are filled with the songs of the birds. Among birds the most numerous are sparrows, ravens, magpies, tits, pigeons, woodpeckers. They are not migrated birds, they live here all the year round, some birds such as swallows, swifts, wagtails, cranes, herons, larks fly away to warm lands in autumn and come back again in spring. The world of wild flowers, medical herb is various. The first spring flowers are blue crocuses, primroses and violets, then we can see butter cups, king cups, forget-me-nots, dandelions, bluebells, pinks, lilies and foxgloves. What’s more, our region is rich in different berries: cowberries and blueberries. The climate of the Chita Region is subcontinental, that is winter is long and severe, with little snow and sunny dry weather, summer is short and warm. But these rigorous climatic conditions in winter are rather tolerable, because of the slight speed of wind, dry clear air, a long period of insolation. The most pert of the Region’s territory is located in the zone of low humidity. The distribution of rainfall over the territory and within the year is very uneven.

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Places of Interest in KievДостопримечательности КиеваKiev is the capital of Ukraine and one of the oldest cities in Europe. It has a long history and rich culture. There are many ancient churches, cathedral, monuments, outstanding buildings and museums in it. All in all the city of Kiev has a great number of interesting sights. Perhaps the most beautiful and famous ones are Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, Saint Sophia’s Cathedral, Golden Gates of Kiev, the Monument to Bogdan Khmelnitsky, and Khrischatyk-street. Let me tell you a little bit about each of these places. The most visited sight in Kiev is the ancient monastery of Kiev Pechersk Lavra, also known as Kiev Monastery of the Caves. This historic and religious sight got its name after the district where it is located. Every year millions of visitors come to see its unique buildings and take a tour along the caves. This monastery exists for more than 900 years. The second interesting and ancient sight of Kiev is Saint Sophia’s Cathedral. It once was a cathedral temple of Kiev Metropolis. Today it’s an outstanding architectural monument and a popular museum. Both the Kiev Pechersk Lavra and Saint Sophia’s Cathedral are recognized by the UNESCO heritage. Golden Gates of Kiev also refer to the historical landmarks of the city. The Golden Gates are situated not far from the Cathedral of Saint Sophia. They once were the gateway in the ancient city fortress. Today, it is an interesting museum with the monument to Yaroslav the Wise in front. Many tourists come to see the Monument to Bogdan Khmelnitsky at Sophia Square. He used to be the 17th century Cossack hetman and a great military leader. The central street of Kiev is Khreschatik. With the length of 1.2 km, it is one of the longest streets in Europe. Khreschatik runs through three squares: European Square, Maidan Nezalezhnosti and Bessarabskaya Square. Other places of interest in Kiev include the Andriyivskyy Descent, St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Monastery, the State Historical Museum of Ukraine and many others. Киев является столицей Украины и одним из старейших городов в Европе. Он имеет длинную историю и богатую культуру. В нем есть много старинных церквей, соборов, памятников, выдающихся зданий и музеев. В целом в городе Киев есть большое количество интересных достопримечательностей. Пожалуй, самые красивые и известные из них это: Киево-Печерская лавра, Софийский собор, Золотые ворота Киева, памятник Богдану Хмельницкому, и улица Крещатик. Позвольте мне рассказать вам немного о каждом из этих мест. Самая посещаемая достопримечательность в Киеве – это древний монастырь Киево-Печерская лавра, также известный как Киевский монастырь пещер. Это историческая и религиозная достопримечательность получила свое название в честь района, где она расположена. Каждый год миллионы туристов приезжают, чтобы посмотреть на его уникальные здания и совершить экскурсию по пещерам. Этот монастырь существует уже более 900 лет. Вторая интересная и старинная достопримечательность Киева – это собор Святой Софии. Когда-то он был соборным храмом Киевской митрополии. Сегодня это выдающийся памятник архитектуры и популярный музей. И Киево-Печерская Лавра, и Собор Святой Софии признаны наследием ЮНЕСКО. Золотые ворота Киева также относятся к историческим достопримечательностям города. Золотые ворота находятся недалеко от собора Святой Софии. Они когда-то были воротами в древний город-крепость. Сегодня это интересный музей с памятником Ярославу Мудрому впереди. Многие туристы приезжают, чтобы посмотреть на памятник Богдану Хмельницкому на Софийской площади. В 17-м веке он был казацким гетманом и великим полководцем. Центральная улица Киева – Крещатик. При длине 1,2 км, она является одной из самых длинных улиц в Европе. Крещатик проходит через три площади: Европейскую площадь, Майдан Незалежности и Бессарабскую площадь. К другим достопримечательностям Киева относятся Андреевский спуск, Златоверхий Михайловский монастырь, Государственный исторический музей Украины и многие другие.

Washington is the capital of the USA. The city is named after George Washington, the first president of the USA. It is located on the north bank of the Potomac River. George Washington, the first President of the USA, after whom the city was named, selected an area for the capital. A hundred square miles were taken from states of Maryland and Virginia. It was called the District of Columbia. The city is divided into four sections: NW, NE, SW, and SE. Numbered streets run north and south: First Street, Second Street … Lettered streets such as A-street, B-street run east and west. Bear in mind that every section has an independent street system. If you’re looking for Third Street, you need to know what section of the city it is in. Washington is one of the most beautiful and unusual cities in the United States. It has little industry, and only one million people. One reason Washington looks different from other cities is that no building in the city may be more than 40 metres tall. There are no skyscrapers, because they would hide the city’s many monuments from view. One can easily find a park, a square or an open area there. The most impressive and the best-known monuments are the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument. The heart of Washington is the Capitol, which is connected with the White House by Pennsylvania Avenue. It dominates the city of Washington. All the tourists begin sightseeing from the Capitol and see the Senate Chamber, the Hall of Representatives, the Statuary Hall and some others. Thousands of tourists visit Washington every day. People from all parts of the United States come to see their capital and the monuments to those who in past centuries struggled for the independence of their country. The Washington Monument, the tallest stone structure in the USA, is in the Potomac River. It was opened to the public in 1888. It is 555 feet tall, is called the “Pencil” because of its shape. It is three blocks south of the White House. There is an elevator, which will carry you to 500-foot level observation windows. The Lincoln Memorial is in the west of the Washington Monument. It is designed like a Greek temple. The dominant figure is the realistic figure of Abraham Lincoln seated in the centre of the open temple. The Jefferson Memorial is worth seen, too. It is situated south of the Washington monument near the Potomac River. The Library of Congress contains millions of books and manuscripts. People are also interested in churches and cathedrals. The Washington Cathedral is on Massachusetts Avenue, and the Arlington National Cemetery is outside the city limits just across the Potomac River near the Pentagon in Virginia. The famous Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is visited by millions of people every year. Washington is the place where mass demonstrations take place against unemployment and racism, for democracy and civil rights.

Aktobe regional historical Museum conducts its research activities since 1929. It was opened on the basis of the school Museum on the initiative of local historians. Since 1965, the Museum has gained a renovated building of the former hotel. The exposition of the Museum presents more than 90 thousand exhibits. The Museum contains unique valuable collections of archaeology, paleontology, numismatics, Mineralogy, arts and crafts, botany. The Museum has 3 halls: hall of nature, hall Doyle gave presenter and a hall "Space". The pride of the Museum are unique finds of jewelry with the distinctive features of the region are found in the mounds Besoba, Syntas, Yerevan.

Pavlodar is a city located on the Irtysh river. Also is the administrative center of Pavlodar region of Kazakhstan. Attoreny the city appeared in the early 18th century as one of the military outposts of the Irtysh line.

Pavlodar is modern industrial and cultural city. Old houses in the Siberian "merchant" style seamlessly coexist with modern buildings. Modern Pavlodar was stretched during 16 km, on a coast Irtysh, which forms Western border of city and defines his character. The green embankment of the Irtysh river attracts residents and visitors alike. If you look here to the West, as far as the eye only the steppe, the endless sky and Irtysh rivers with steep wild slopes.

Scotland is mountains and lakes, in one of which the usual mysterious Nessie, bagpipes and whisky and plaid skirts from under which a strange way see why the male ногиЛюбопытнейшая attraction, known for the whole world is a mysterious Nessie, allegedly found in lake Loch ness.
A number of places connected with the Royal family of Scotland: the Palace of Скун, the coronation place of Stirling Castle, the Castle Гламз, in which spent her childhood Queen Elizabeth was born Princess Margaret. Magnificent, baronial Castle Кратес, surrounded by ancient hedge of тисовых trees, and a Gothic Castle Inverary, located on the shore of lake fine.
Although Scotland and is considered to be part of the UK, all the same in itself is a separate country.
It is a country of beautiful mountain peaks, covered with Heather, deep and hair-raising mountain lakes, the widespread among the fairytale castles of the warm and sincere hospitality, most often expressed in the form of a glass of whisky, slowly потягиваемого by the fireplace with a crackling peat.
The capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is the majestic and ancient city, crowned by a castle, towering high надулицами on a huge granite rock

Scotland lies to the north of England. People who live in Scotland arc Scots. The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh, but Scotland has no separate Parliament, for the Scottish MPs (Members of Parliament) sit with the English ones in Westminster in London. Edinburgh is not the largest city in Scotland. Glasgow, which lias a population of over one million, is twice as large as Edinburgh. Even so, Edinburgh remains the centre of the life of Scotland. Here are the administrative centres of the Navy, the Army, and tlie Air Force, the chief banks and offices; and the famous university. Edinburgh, unlike Glasgow, has no large factories. Publishing is its well-known industry. It has been famous for its printers since the early years of the sixteenth century, when the first Scottish printing-press was set up within its walls. The publishing of books is today a very important industry. Much printing is done for London publishing houses, and there are many paper-mills near Edinburgh. Edinburgh is a beautiful city. The first thing you see in Edinburgh is the Rock -— the very large hill in the middle of the city, on which stands Edinburgh Castle. The Castle looks like a castle from a fairy-tale, and parts of it are more than a thousand years old. From the top of the Castle there is a beautiful view of the hill and the sea. Besides the Castle there are many other interesting buildings, such as Holyrood Palace which is the old royal residence, the Art Gallery, the University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh is famous for many things: its festivals (plays and music), its college of medicine, its museums and libraries, and for its writers Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson and others.

Пересказ на английском: the triumphal palace is the most important and beautiful building in Moscow. It has 57 floors and its height is 264.1 m. And it has 1000 beautiful rooms, and 15 vip. Each has a wonderful view. There is a fitness center, a swimming pool, a water park and much more. And all this is under one roof.
Пересказ на русском: Триумфальный дворец самое важное и красивое здание Москвы в нём 57 этажей его высота 264,1 м. А также он имеет 1000 красивых номеров, и 15 вип. У каждого из них замечательный вид. Есть фитнес-центр, бассейн, аквапарк и многое другое. И всё это находится под одной крышей.

Even before the Norman conquest belonged to Westminster Abbey Park, the name was an ancient unit of area. Since the beginning of the dissolution of the monasteries (1536) Henry VIII withdrew it in the treasury, to use for their own amusement hunting. [1] For the public it was opened by James I, and under Charles II was the favorite place of Londoners.
The main attraction of the park - the Serpentine lake, where swimming is allowed, as well as gallery of the same name. In the southeast corner of the park is Apsley House (Apsley House), which houses the Museum of the Duke of Wellington (The Wellington Museum), and Wellington Arch. These objects are similar to that in 1815 in Hyde Park held a historic parade on Wellington’s victory over Napoleon. In 1822, in honor of the Duke in the Park was established a huge statue of Achilles, the sculptor Sir Richard Vestmakotta. It was the first in the British capital sculpture of a naked man. And even decorated bronze fig leaf, it caused an uproar of citizens
Queen Victoria chose Hyde Park, the venue for the first ever World Exhibition of 1851, for which the park was erected "a new wonder of the world" - Crystal Palace (not preserved).

Outside England Hyde Park is best known for the fact that there is a Speakers’ Corner, where traditionally hone their oratory various speakers and preachers. Therefore, Hyde Park has become synonymous with the place where you can freely proclaim and defend any ideas. During perestroika, "Hyde Park" in the cities of the USSR became known meeting places (usually outdoors), and representatives of different political philosophies, in order to promote their views.

Hyde Park
The park - 1.4 km2. During the reign of Charles I, the garden has become a favorite vacation spot of Londoners. The park has a lake where swimming is allowed. Here before 1536 are ancient possessions Hyde at Westminster Abbey, the name was the ancient unit area. Since the beginning of the dissolution of the monasteries (1536) Henry VIII confiscated his, and he made this hunting ground. The main attraction of the park - the Serpentine lake, where swimming is allowed, and the Serpentine Gallery. Next to the park is a triumphal arch Marble Arch (1828), which was to serve as the entrance to Buckingham Palace, but did not like the queen, and according to legend, she ordered the crew too wide, not passing under the arch, which is why it was abandoned. Since the 20th century the park was the site of concerts, meetings and events. Known fact that there is Speakers Corner, where traditionally honed his eloquence all sorts of speakers and preachers, but because of Hyde Park has become synonymous with a place to proclaim and defend forbidding any ideas. That Hyde Park witnessed historic performances of Karl Marx, Lenin, and other great political figures of the past.

Ivanovo is situated on both banks of the Uvod River. It was created from two villages, Ivanovo and Voznesensk, in 1871. Until 1932 it was known as Ivanovo-Voznesensk. The first linen mills in Russia were founded near Ivanovo by order of Peter I the Great in 1710. 
There are several objects of cultural heritage in Ivanovo. Among them are the buildings  of the   constructivism style, like the Ship-house which was build in 1930 by architect D. F. Fridman.  Ivanovo is famous for its railway station which was build in 1934.  Other notable sights include Schudrovskaya Palatka. It is  the first brick civil building in Ivanovo that was build in the 17th century.