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Describe a beautiful city: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where the city is?
  • How you knew the city?
  • What buildings the city has?
  • What it is famous for?
  • And explain why you think this city is beautiful.
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Cue 1:Where the city is?

  • Begin by mentioning the geographical location of the city, including the country and any notable landmarks nearby.
  • Provide a brief context about the city’s significance in its region.

Example

The city I want to talk about is Jaipur, located in the northwestern part of India, in the state of Rajasthan. It is famously known as the Pink City due to the distinct color of its buildings and is surrounded by the Aravalli hills.


Cue 2:How you knew the city?

  • Share your personal experience of how you first learned about the city, whether through travel, studies, or stories.
  • Mention any specific trip or event that made you visit or explore the city.

Example

I first learned about Jaipur during my school history lessons, where we studied the rich heritage of Rajasthan. Later, I had the opportunity to visit the city during a family vacation, which deepened my appreciation for its culture.


Cue 3:What buildings the city has?

  • Highlight some of the iconic buildings and structures that represent the city’s architectural beauty.
  • Describe at least one or two specific buildings and their historical significance.

Example

Jaipur is home to several stunning buildings, including the Hawa Mahal, known for its unique façade with numerous windows, and the City Palace, which showcases a blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. These structures are not only beautiful but also tell the story of the city’s royal past.


Cue 4:What it is famous for?

  • Discuss the cultural, historical, or culinary aspects that make the city well-known.
  • Include any festivals or events that attract tourists to the city.

Example

Jaipur is famous for its vibrant culture and rich history. It is known for its traditional handicrafts, jewelry, and the annual Jaipur Literature Festival, which attracts writers and readers from all over the world.


Cue 5:And explain why you think this city is beautiful.

  • Share your personal feelings about the city’s beauty, focusing on its aesthetics, culture, and atmosphere.
  • Mention how the city’s beauty impacts visitors and locals alike.

Example

I believe Jaipur is beautiful not just because of its stunning architecture but also due to its lively atmosphere and warm hospitality. The vibrant colors, the bustling markets, and the rich traditions create an enchanting experience that stays with you long after you leave.


Conclusion

  • Summarize your main points about the city’s beauty and significance.
  • End with a personal reflection or a recommendation for others to visit.

Example

In conclusion, Jaipur is a city that beautifully combines history, culture, and stunning architecture. I highly recommend visiting it to anyone who wants to experience the essence of India’s royal heritage.


Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.


Tips to answer this Cue Card

1: Lack of Specific Details

Avoid vague answers that do not provide specific information about the city. This can make your response less engaging and informative.

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Tip

Include specific landmarks, cultural aspects, or personal experiences that highlight what makes the city unique.


2: Ignoring the Cues

Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in lower scores for coherence and task achievement.

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Tip

Make sure to systematically cover each cue in your response to provide a well-rounded answer.


Overly General Statements

Using general statements like 'it's beautiful' without explanation can weaken your argument. It’s important to justify your opinions.

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Tip

Explain why you find the city beautiful by discussing specific features, such as architecture, nature, or cultural significance.


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The toy which I liked in my childhood was a panda doll, which makes me pleasant and makes me more blush. The pandas are the most beautiful creatures of the world, which looks gigantic and has pooshy cheeks and they are like stars in the clouds and they dream in me. Furthermore, these have been given by my father. My father is a very very beautiful artistic person, who makes me think of that. Every day you will face every difficulties and make you suffer and move forward. Pandas are always seen in Japanese countries. It is my lifelong dream to visit a Japanese country and click a photo with the original pandas, which makes sounds better.

Describe a time you were in a place where you didn't know the local language
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As India is a very large country full of diversity, so there are many places which have their own language and speak their native language. The place which I visited and I didn't know about their language was Leladakh, which is about 300 km away from my hometown and it is a very good place as it consists of different kind of trees, animals and have many scenic views and I visited over there last year in summers as it was the best time to visit because it has many, it was cold over there and we had summers in our area so it was the best time to visit over there and I went over there with my whole family.

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When I was a kid, I had a little pencil box which had these four buttons which gave the pencil box an operative use. When you press the button, the box would open up. When you press the second button, a little part of it would slide out. Basically it was just a little electronical and a fun thing to have and I owned it when I was in 6th. One day after break, I was standing and talking there with one of my friends and another friend of mine was running through the hallway and accidentally she pushed my shoulder and my pencil box hit the ground and it broke into multiple pieces to the point that it was not functional anymore.

Describe a book you recently read
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It Ends With Us is a book I read recently. It's by the author Colleen Hoare. It's mainly a story about two teenagers, Atlas and Lily, and how they just handle their life going through high school, adolescence, and just domestic violence at home. Both of them come from very, very different families. However, they have one common determining factor between them, which is domestic violence. The abuse that they've seen their moms go through is just insane, and they connect through that on a different level. They're actually in the same high school, but they never speak to each other until Atlas actually crashes into an empty house next to Lily's villa. When Atlas is homeless and he doesn't have anywhere to go, he just comes and breaks into the house next to Lily's, and Lily helps him with all the daily necessities like clothes and food, medicines and stuff. Furthermore, their friendship blossoms into love, but it doesn't really fructify as Atlas has to leave. This book really gave me a lot of knowledge about domestic abuse and how to deal with it.

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Band 6-7

Mumbai has always been the city I have admired the most. Fast life, Mumbai has the best fast life you will ever see. It also has the best hangout spots, good people. When I discovered Mumbai, it was during my training time of aircraft maintenance which I have got through my college. The best buildings I have seen in Mumbai are the Raihatar Towers. It really fascinates me how beautiful the structure is and along with the swimming pool and all I have visited there. It's really beautiful and the best street food I know is Vada Pav and Pani Puri. The city Mumbai I like the most is because of the people. They are very good natured and they are busy in their own world. They do not want to interfere in each other's life. I mean they are used to getting...

Band 6-7

to me the most beautiful city of India is Jaipur which is situated in state Rajasthan it is also the capital of state Rajasthan so I came across the beauty of this city through social media like Instagram and YouTube and Facebook and what not this is famous for a building called Hawa Mahal which is a most attractive tourist place in Jaipur and Jaipur is also known as pink city because there are a lot of pink buildings there which are incredibly beautiful it this city has a specific Rajasthani culture where we can see there lakh ka chuda and lot of have this city have lot of tourism from other places also this there we can came across a lot of culture and variety of foods from different places and variety of fabrics Rajasthani fabrics is famous for its pandani pattern it gives us a rich and heritage culture it inspire people to go to go for more handmade things we can encounter there and Rajasthan city is also famous for their camels and their desert area so yeah this is beautiful

Band 6-7

One beautiful city that I would like to describe is Hyderabad. Hyderabad is located in the southern part of India in the state of Telangana. You can reach Hyderabad through flight by reaching at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport which is both connected to domestic and international and you can also go to Hyderabad through bus or trains from various parts of India. Hyderabad has a unique charm in which we can experience both traditional and modern aspects of India. It has modern buildings, tech hubs, high-tech city etc. Traditional buildings like Charminar which tells about the history of or privilege of Hyderabad. Hyderabad is famous for its cuisine especially Hyderabadi Biryani in which many people love it. And I think Hyderabad is one of the beautiful city and the people in Hyderabad are very friendly. And the nightlife of Hyderabad is too good. There are many stunning views, lakes etc. There are parks also.

Band 6-7

The place which I find beautiful is Kyoto, Japan. Kyoto stands out for its blend of traditional and modern culture, natural beauty, and serene atmosphere. It is a place where a history feels alive, with centuries of old temples, vibrant gardens, and picturesque streets that seem straight out of a storybook. The cultural exploration in Japan allows me to immerse myself in new cultures, learn about the local traditions, and taste authentic cuisines. Every place has a story to tell, so this place taught me about the culture of Japan. Many destinations which offer stunning landscapes from mountains to beaches. For instance, Kyoto's bamboo grove and its surroundings nature provides a peaceful escape that's hard to find elsewhere. So what things that made me feel special about Kyoto is the temples and shrines. The Golden Pavilion and Fushinari Taisha with its iconic torii gates are really mesmerizing. And the seasons of visiting Kyoto is the autumn season because you find a lot of cherry blossoms which feels like stepping into a dream. From a traditional tea ceremony to walking through the temples and shrines, Kyoto really offers a window into Japan's rich heritage. Travelling is more than just visiting new places, so with the help of this beautiful city and it's all about the memories, growth, and understanding, it's forced us. So this is why I love Kyoto, Japan. I would like to travel there once again in my life.

Band 6

The beautiful city that I have been ever seen is Kochi. Kochi is the most beautiful city that is situated in Kerala. There are so many people and there are so many good things to see in there. One of the most important things that we can see in Kochi is Fort Kochi. Fort Kochi is a place, it is located in Kochi. It's a very wonderful place to visit also and travellers are coming there to stay also. In there, it's full of water, river and metro station was there. The people from foreign countries are here to visit Fort Kochi. In Fort Kochi, we can get a bicycle riding. Bicycle riding was fantastic that I was experiencing when I was in there. I got a one hour riding of bicycle. It was a very imaginary days that I have been and I was with my friends also. So, I enjoyed a lot in Kochi. Kochi was a place that I have been ever used to travel once more.

Band 6

I am going to tell you about a beautiful city called Nainital. It is located on the north part of India adjacent to the Himalayan mountain range. I heard about this city through my colleagues and many more friends. So, me and my family decided to go on a trip and visit this beautiful place. When we visited there, it was mesmerizing and we actually got to know what my friends and colleagues were saying.

Band 6

Davos is the city I am going to talk about today. It's located in Switzerland. Zurich is the capital. Through the way you need to go to Davos. Davos is the most beautiful I have seen in the world. The city, beautiful city. It has surrounded by so much of cute ice snows and trees. It has most beautiful buildings in the world. Here I enjoyed a lot with the rope car, snow games. One of my friend referred me to visit this place. Through this I come to know this place. I have been there for 10 days. I enjoyed a lot with fun of rope car and game shows. I enjoyed really having the sweets. It has so much varieties of sweets and chocolates. It's actually good, famous in this city, the chocolates. The varieties of chocolates available in the city. One of the buildings I saw, the Schneider restaurant. They enjoyed food, especially the pasta and pizzas. The taste was outstanding in the city.

Band 6

The beautiful city that I want to describe is Chennaaram, which is located in rural part of Telangana near Warangal district. It is very fabulous city, I would say, in terms of its culture and settlement. One of my friend on one fine evening suggested that Warangal has great beautiful cities. However, he specially suggested to visit Chennaaram as a beautiful one. The city contains lots of beautiful buildings, but I can say hospitals, public gardens and schools are the most beautiful buildings in it. Chennaaram is very amazing and satisfies our eyes. As I said, it is very beautiful, moreover, it also has rich scenery which is maintained throughout the year. Chennaaram has very limited buildings, but also they look very amazing.

Band 6

The beautiful city I would like to describe is Shimla which is located in Himachal Pradesh. It is the heart of the state and the capital of Himachal Pradesh. The beautiful city I would like to describe is Shimla which is located in Himachal Pradesh. It is a perfect balance of city life and a quiet place. People there are the nicest people I have known. People there are the nicest people I have known. The beautiful city I would like to describe is Shimla which is located in Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the most beautiful cities I have ever been to. Luckily my family is from there and I have a place to live there. So I get the chance to visit Shimla often. It is a perfect balance between city life and quiet place. At the heart of the city is the mall road to which I travel to whenever I get the time. At the heart of the city is the mall road to which I travel to whenever I get the time. Mall road is famous for its serenity beauty, the golden sizzle of the sunlight and the slow paced walks from lower bazaar to the main market to the mall road.

Band <5

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