Andorra, one of the smallest countries in the world, is located high in the
mountains between France and Spain. The country covers only 179 square miles.
That is less than half the size of New York City. High, rocky mountains surround
Andorra. Until the 1930s, travelers had difficulty in reaching the country. Up
until that time, people in Andorra lived in the way they had lived for
centuries. Most Andorrans worked as farmers. Things did not change quickly. When
roads were built from France and Spain to Andorra in the 1930s, life picked up
speed. Tourist began to visit the small country. These tourists brought in a lot
of money to spend while visiting. Many people in Andorra found new jobs in shops
or hotels. These changes helped to keep young people in Andorra. There were many
more jobs than before the roads were built. Today tourists provided 80 to 90
percent of Andorra’s income. More than a million people visit each year. They
come to view the rough mountains. They enjoy the quiet way of life. Most people
are also interested in the ancient buildings. There are many shops for tourists
to browse in, clothes, watches, wines and other items are sold at low prices in
Andorra. Import fees are low, so tourists enjoy the inexpensive shopping. Most
of the businesses in Andorra are owned by its citizens. There are not many
foreign businesses. Some Andorrans still farm and raise sheep and cattle. But
most are now involved with the tourist trade。
22. How big does the speaker say Andorra is?
23. What can be said about Andorra before the 1930s?
24. What event changed the situation in Andorra?
25. What do most people do in Andorra do nowadays?
发表于 2016-7-12 04:30:13
