旅游：Welcome to a Charming Village

Welcome to a Charming Village If you want to see a really beautiful and unspoiled village,you must not miss Hatford.As you enter the village,you see first the village pond which lies beside the old church of St.Mary.Shaded with willow trees,the quiet water reflects the church as wild ducks swim as their leisure.The multitude of fish offers a delightful sight.From the church tower you can get a glimpse of snow-topped mountains on the horizon.Opposite the church is one of the finest Elizabethan inns in the country,where tired visitors will find good company as well as traditional refreshments.The inn was built on a far older site as there was originally an abbey there.Next to the inn are the remains of the abbey garden which is preserved as a part of the national heritage.Surrounded by tall bamboo alive with the musical singing birds,the garden is a pleasant place to sit a while and to recall events of the distant past.At the centre of the garden is a group of statues carved in local stones in 1470.To better appreciate the scene,you can look down and read an interesting fairy-tale carved on each platform.A short distance from the garden stands a magnificent red castle.The ancient structure ,which is said to have belonged to an old king,now accommodates visitors .It has modern facilities.A stretch of woods outside the castle provides a home for hares.You can enjoy a picnic in the woods.Don’t miss the chance to explore the endless delights of this charming environment;it is a wonderful experience that you will treasure for a lifetime.