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Melbourne vs. Sydney
http://www.sina.com.cn 2005/09/28 21:44  《第一英语》杂志

  Australia’s history has in many ways been shaped by an intense rivalry between the country’s two largest cities: Sydney and Melbourne. The two urban areas are quite different in character, but equally interesting. In fact, it would probably take a while for an outsider to develop a preference. The locals, however, have definite opinions about which city is Australia’s best. So what is the answer? It all depends on whether you are talking to a “Sydneysider” or a “Melbournite”.

  Sydney is the capital of New South Wales. While it boasts of being the largest city in Australia, Sydney has often been characterized as brash and flamboyant compared to Victoria’s Melbourne, the more elegant and refined city.

  In fact, when the two British colonies of Victoria and New South Wales joined to form the Federation of Australia in 1901, their rivalry made it necessary to create neutral ground for a capital -- an Australian Capital Territory (ACT). This territory was created at an inland point between Melbourne and Sydney. Although many farmers complained about the decision and called it “good sheep paddock spoiled,” it was felt to be the only solution to avoid a never-ending conflict.

  Which city you like better may depend upon your favourite past-time. If you like to relax by soaking up the sand, sun, and sea, then Sydney—with its famous beaches and fine weather— is the place for you. However, if you prefer to spend your time browsing in shops, or visiting museums and galleries in between cups of cappuccino at patio cafes, then Melbourne is better choice.

  There are also other cities in Australia well worth visiting: Townsville, in Queensland, is the gateway to Australia’s rainforests and the Great Barrier Reef. Alice Springs, a tiny town in the center of the country, offers a rare look into desert habitat. In contrast, the area surrounding Perth is the fastest-growing region in Australia. Perth is the capital of Western Australia and is surrounded by spectacular nature. Just like Sydney, Perth has a superb climate. What’s more, Sydney and Perth are both homes to EF International Schools of English.

  Wherever you choose to go in Australia, one thing is for sure: you won’t be disappointed!

墨尔本与悉尼坊

  澳大利亚最大的两个城市——墨尔本和悉尼之间的激烈竞争在很多方面都对澳大利亚的史产生了重要影响。这是两个风格迥异的大都市,但却同样吸引人。事实上,外地人要过一段时间才能分辨出自己最喜欢哪座城市。而当地人对哪座城市是澳大利亚最好的城市已经有了固定的看法。那么到底是那座城市呢?这完全取决于对方是一个“悉尼人”还是一个“墨尔本人”。

  悉尼是新南威尔士州的首府。作为澳大利亚最大的城市,悉尼就像维多利亚时期的墨尔本,繁华喧闹,但却更为优雅。

  事实上,当1901年英国殖民地维多利亚和新南威尔士合并形成澳大利亚联邦时,它们之间的对立使人们决定开辟一块中间地作为新政府所在地,这就是首都直辖区。这块土地位于墨尔本和悉尼之间。许多农民对此颇有怨辞,觉得这浪费了一块很好的牧场,但是这却是解决这个无休止的争端的惟一办法。

  你更喜欢哪座城市也取决于你的性格。如果你喜欢放松自己,使自己沉浸在沙滩、阳光和海洋之中,那么悉尼是最好的选择。那里有着著名的阳光海岸和宜人的天气。但是如果你喜欢逛商店、参观博物馆和画廊、或在路边咖啡店的阳伞下品尝一杯卡布其诺,那么你就应该去墨尔本。

  澳大利亚还有其他的一些旅游胜地,比如:昆士兰的汤斯维尔。它是通往澳大利亚热带雨林和大堡礁的大门。而位于澳大利亚中部的爱丽丝·斯普林斯(Alice Springs)虽然只是个小镇,但人们能在那里看到沙漠奇景。与之相对,珀斯的周边地区是澳大利亚发展最快的地方。珀斯是西澳大利亚州的首府,风景秀丽,气候宜人。这点和悉尼很像,而且悉尼和珀斯都是EF国际英语学校的所在地。

  无论你要去澳大利亚的哪个地方,有一点是可以肯定的:你永远不会失望!


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