Unit 3 A healthy life Learning about language课时作业

Ⅰ. 阅读理解

Tower Bridge is a rather unusual area of London. Not only is it one of the most famous bridges in the world，it also connects two districts，that is，Southwark and Tower Hamlets. There are also a lot of works in both districts，which are starting to attract an increasing number of young professionals and families.

Tower Bridge itself is a tourist attraction and visitors from all over the world come to see the various exhibitions that can be viewed from inside the structure. It must be one of the few bridges in the world which serves two purposes of being a tourist attraction and a connecting structure that allows traffic to pass from one side of River Thames to the other.

Therefore，to get a full view of the area and what it is like to live near Tower Bridge，one must look at both the bridge itself and the two associated districts.

Tower Bridge was built in the late 1800s and has become an impressive symbol of London. It is also situated near the Tower of London，which is where it got its name from. The bridge holds many exhibitions，which attract both domestic and overseas visitors. On the bridge itself，visitors can learn about how it was constructed. Guests can also take a tour of the bridge and view the interactive displays and videos which provide an entertaining and informative guide to its history.

It also contains a lot of artworks from British artists in addition to the Victorian Engine Rooms，complete with sounds and smells that transport the visitor back in time to the origins of Tower Bridge.

The structure of the bridge also offers breathtaking views of the city，and allows guests to walk into the high level walkways,42 meters above the Thames. It is also possible to hire rooms at the venue for private functions and parties. While visiting London，don't forget the wonderful bridge.

1．Tower Bridge is considered unique because ________.