独特的文化体验，亚洲三大传统节日探秘
The following is our pick of 3 must-see cultural festivals in Asia roughly organized chronologically.
1. Harbin International Ice & Snow Sculpture Festival (China)
The annual Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival is perhaps the largest ice and snow festival in the world. Taking place in the winter months, this unique festival showcases beautiful ice sculpture artworks.
When to go: The festival is officially held from January 5 to February 5, but exhibits may open earlier and stay open longer.
Top tip: You’ll definitely want to take lots of pictures at the festival, but keep in mind that it’s extremely cold in Harbin in January, which can sap (消耗) battery life faster than usual. Bring extra batteries or warm your battery occasionally to keep it working.
2. Songkran (Thailand)
Songkran is one of Thailand’s most famous cultural festivals. People celebrate by going to the streets, covering each other in brightly colored chalk or talc (爽身粉), and throwing water at everyone. The throwing of water is a way to clean and refresh, while also showing respect.
When to go: Songkran always takes place from April 13th to 15th each year.
Top tip: Wear appropriate footwear! While we’re on the subject of clothing, there’s no dress code to the event — anything you don’t mind getting wet is fine — but do remember that some colors become see-through when wet.
3. Winter Light Festival (Japan)
Created with over seven million LED lights charged using solar panels to reduce the impact on the environment, Japan’s biggest winter illumination (彩灯) includes themed light shows every year in a theme park.
When to go: Open from 9am to 9pm, the theme park itself can be enjoyed year-round, but the Winter Festival runs for four months from mid-October to mid-March.
Top tip: Wear lots of warm clothes and try to go during the weeknight if you can, because weekends get really crowded.
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1.1. What is the reason for warming your battery in Harbin?
A To protect your battery from being too hot.
B To keep the battery working in the cold.
C To save money on battery purchases.
D To reduce the environmental impact.
解析：选B。细节理解题。根据文章Harbin International Ice & Snow Sculpture Festival (China)部分的“which can sap battery life faster than usual”和“Bring extra batteries or warm your battery occasionally to keep it working.”可知，在哈尔滨冰雪节上你肯定想要拍很多照片，但是记得：带额外的电池或者偶尔给电池保温，以保持其工作。这是因为在寒冷的天气中，电池可能会因为低温而无法正常工作。故选B。
2.2. What should visitors pay special attention to during Songkran?
A Bringing extra batteries.
B Taking lots of pictures.
C Selecting suitable shoes.
D Avoiding getting their clothes wet.
解析：选C。细节理解题。根据文章Songkran (Thailand)部分的“Top tip: Wear appropriate footwear!”可知，在宋干节（泰国泼水节）期间，穿合适的鞋子是重要的。选项A是哈尔滨冰雪节的注意事项；选项B未提及；选项D虽然提到了避免衣服弄湿，但文章中的提示是穿不介意弄湿的衣服，并未说要避免弄湿。故选C。
3.3. Which of the following statements about Japan’s Winter Light Festival is TRUE?
A It is advised to visit at weekend night.
B It is held in a park open during winter.
C Its LED lights use solar power.
D It runs for the whole year.
解析：选C。细节理解题。根据文章Winter Light Festival (Japan)部分的“Created with over seven million LED lights charged using solar panels to reduce the impact on the environment”使用太阳能板为超过七百万盏LED灯充电，以减少对环境的影响，可以确定选项C正确。选项A错误，文章提到尽可能在工作日去，因为周末非常拥挤。选项B错误，因为文章提到主题公园全年开放。选项D错误，因为文章明确提到只在十月中旬至三月中旬的四个月内举行。故选C。