Sunday, thousands of people visited the once-silent outskirts of Beichuan, creating an almost festive atmosphere.

周日，数千人光临了曾经沉寂的北川城郊，几乎让这里有了节日的气氛。

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The arch stands silent revealed a Shanfucun ancient cultural atmosphere.

屹立的牌坊无声的透露着山甫村久远的人文气息。

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I think the atmosphere is too silent. We'd better play a rock music. What do you think of it.

我认为气氛太沉静了，我们最好放段摇滚乐，意下如何？

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In the huge newsroom with rows of desks branching out from a central Arthurian round table (the place for editorial conferences) there is a strangely silent atmosphere.

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