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York Minster is one of the world's greatest cathedrals (大教堂). We welcome visitors from around the world to share in our daily life, to explore the past, and to enjoy a busy programme of events and concerts. This wonderful cathedral belongs to us all, and we invite you to experience it for yourself.
Great value admission (门票)
Adult admission is ￡10 and your ticket is valid (有效的) for 12 months. Up to 4 children can visit the Minster for free with one adult. It costs ￡20,000 a day to run York Minster. Your admission charge directly supports the future of this historic building.
Add more to your visit
Climb the Central Tower, an important city landmark with the best views of Yorkshire.
Opening times
Monday－Saturday from 9 am
Sunday from 12：45 pm
Free guided tours run from Monday to Saturday between 10 am－3 pm.
Please note there is a particular time when the Minster is open for services only. Please check opening times before you visit.
Group visits
There are special discounts for groups of 10 or more people and a number of special tours. Please call us on 01904 577 217 or email us at groups@yorkminster. org.
Learning
Visiting York Minster is a good learning experience with activities and workshops for all ages. For more information visit www.yorkminster. org/learning, call 01904 577 224 or email us at learning@yorkminster.org.
语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章是一则关于约克大教堂的参观指南。
1．What can visitors do in York Minster?
A．Explore ways of improving Yorkshire.
B．Join some research programmes.
C．Hold a series of concerts.
D．Learn about its history.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“to explore the past”可知，游客在约克大教堂可以探究其历史。
2．When can you get someone to show you around for free?
A．At 9 am on Monday.
B．At 12：45 pm on Sunday.
C．At 11 am on Friday.
D．At 4 pm on Saturday.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据文中的“Free guided tours run from Monday to Saturday between 10 am－3 pm.”可知，只有C项符合该时间段要求。
3．What are you advised to do if you are interested in group tours?
A．Phone 01904 577 217.
B．Send an email to learning@yorkminster.org.
C．Call 01904 577 224.
D．Visit www.yorkminster.org/learning.
解析：选A 细节理解题。根据Group visits部分的内容可知，要想了解关于团体参观的信息，可以拨打电话01904 577 217或者发邮件至groups@yorkminster.org。
