景区介绍的分析和翻译-以广东省景点为例(一)

  Contents

1.Introduction------------------------------------------------------------------------------a

2.Research Object-------------------------------------------------------------------------b

3.Analysis of the text type of tourist scene--------------------------------------------c

3.1 The language characteristics of Chinese and English scenic spot scene-------d

3.2The reason for the difference between Chinese and English version-----------e

3.3 Contrastive study of the information functions of Chinese and English tourist scene-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------f

4. The necessity and principle of information reorganization-------------------------g

4.1 The concrete method of processing information----------------------------------h

4.The Previous Studies of culture and translation-------------------------------------i

5.Conclusion--------------------------------------------------------------------------------j

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1.Introduction

China is a country with long history and vast territory, which makes her rich in tourism resources. With the development of economy and public transportation, more and more Chinese begin to travel aboard, at the same time, more and more foreigners come to travel China, The translation of scenic spots is necessary to promote and introduce local cultural and natural scenery to foreign tourists ,which could help them to fully understand local culture and history. English, as the most widely used language, plays an important role in the publication. English version scenic spots introduction is important for foreign travelers to enjoy our history and culture. It requires the translation to be loyal to the characteristics of the attractions and culture to let foreign tourists accurately and comprehensively understand the content and well accept the meaning.

2.Research Object

Compare the difference between Chinese and English version introduction of scenic spots , to find the best translation to attract foreigners and let them easily and fully understand the expression.

3.Analysis of the text type of tourist scene

The translation of texts about scenic attractions is a practical style of translation, purpose and function based on the practical translation and  text express type have direct relation with its form and translation strategy. Different text types 

language characteristics focus on different things , To investigate the English translation of Chinese text of scenic spot expression, it is necessary to clarify the type and function of the contents, we should fully understand the intended purpose of translation. This is the common view of Scholars at home and abroad. both believed that the tourist test are designed to provide the general info about nature, geography, culture, customs and other aspects of the introduction of the scenic spots, this could raise up people's tourism motivation. On the other words, both the Chinese and English version introduction is to provide the general info to let traveler understand and attracted.

3.1.The language characteristics of Chinese and English scenic spot scene

The Chinese expression is flowery and the English expression is direct and lively. Chinese tourism text using beautiful words, with many modifications and tautology, the words emphasizing the beauty of the language; English version text  using concise, simple style and specific objective description words to descript.  Please take below sentence for example.

丹霞山峰峦起伏，气势雄浑，有多条线路可以上山，迂回曲折，回环起伏，游人穿洞, 左右盘旋，时而登峰巅，时而落谷底,如入深山峻岭。洞穴诡谲, 忽而开朗，忽而幽深，蹬道参差， 或平缓，或险隘，山腰的万仞绝壁上凿出来的几个踏脚之处，镶嵌石钉搭木椽搭建的栈道，让人望而却步，给游人带来一种恍惚迷离的神秘趣味。 山上奇峰突兀，怪石嶙峋，最出名的是阳元石和阴元石，形态逼真，鬼斧神工。

The Danxia mountains are rising and falling and have many ways to the peak. Tourists walk along the winding paths, through the caves, up to the tall peaks, then down to the deep grottos. Caves are fantastic. Some parts are wide, others are narrow. Some steps are big, others are small. Some paths are plain, others are steep .On the middle of  mountainside cut out a few foot, inlaid stone nail wooden rafter building plank road,

Tourists may feel like rambling in a maze. Different shapes of rocks stand still 

on the peak. One of the most famous Rocks look like the genital of man and woman. Shape is very real ,seem like the masterpiece creature of nature.

Below will take Grand Canyon introduction as compare

The Grand Canyon is more than a great chasm carved over millennia through the rocks of the Colorado plateau, it is more than an awe-inspiring view, it is more than a pleasure ground for those who explore the roads, hike the trails of float the currents of the turbulent Colorado river.

This canyon is a gift that transcend what we experience, its beauty and size humble us, Its timelessness provokes a comparison to our short existence, In its vast spaces we may find solace from our hectic lives, The Grand Canyon we visit today is a gift from past generations, Take time to enjoy this gift, Sit and watch the changing play of light and shadows, Wander along a trail and feel the sunshine and wind on your face, Attend a ranger program, Follow the antics of ravens soaring above the rim, Listen for roar of the rapids far below, Savor a sunrise or sunset.  

这段介绍美国大峡谷的文字一开始就环环相扣，文风质朴，形象通俗，直观明确，亲切真实.  同时也将以梅州阴那山为例，文体以“文采浓郁，辞藻华丽”，行文工整，声律对仗，文意夸张，达到音形意皆美，诗情画意的盎然效果.

“进入山中，重峦叠嶂，古木参天，峰回路转，云断桥连，涧深谷幽，天光一线，奇花铺径，别有洞天。春季万物萌动；夏季百花争艳，姹紫嫣红；秋季红叶满山，五彩缤纷.”