2016年12月大学英语四级翻译练习：杭州

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　　请将下面这段话翻译成英文：
        　　杭州是中国著名的六大古都之一，已有两千多年的历史。这个城市不仅以自然美闻名于世，而且有着传统的文化魅力。不仅有历代文人墨客的题咏，而且有美味佳肴和漂亮的工艺品。一般来说，游览杭州西湖及其周边景点花上两天较为合适。到杭州旅游，既令人愉快，又能得到文化享受。
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        　　hangzhou,one of china's six ancient capital cities, has a history of more
than 2,000 years. it is famous not only for its natural beauty but also for its
charm of cultural traditions. besides many poems and inscriptions by men of
letters throguh the dynasties,it also boasts local delicacies and pretty
handicrafts.generallyspeaking,a two-day tour of west lake and scenic spots
around it is advisable for a tourist. as a tourist, you will find it a pleasant
and culturally rewarding trip to hangzhou.