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Describe a city you have been to and want to visit again.: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where is it?
  • When & why did you visit there?
  • Would you go back?
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Cue 1:Where is it?

  • Begin with a brief introduction of the city, including its geographical location.
  • Mention any notable landmarks or features that make the city unique.

Example

The city I want to talk about is Jaipur, located in the northern part of India, in the state of Rajasthan. It is famously known as the Pink City due to its distinct pink-colored buildings and rich cultural heritage.

Cue 2:When & why did you visit there?

  • Provide details about your visit, including the time of year and the duration of your stay.
  • Explain the reasons for your visit, such as tourism, family, or work.

Example

I visited Jaipur last year during the winter holidays for about a week. I had always wanted to explore its historical sites and experience the vibrant culture, especially the famous Amer Fort and Hawa Mahal.

Cue 3:Would you go back?

  • Express your feelings about returning to the city, highlighting what you would like to do differently or explore further.
  • Mention any specific experiences or places you missed during your last visit that you would like to see.

Example

Absolutely, I would love to go back to Jaipur! I want to visit the local markets to shop for traditional handicrafts and try more of the delicious Rajasthani cuisine, which I didn’t get enough of during my last trip.

Conclusion

  • Summarize your overall feelings about the city and your desire to return.
  • Reiterate the unique aspects that make the city special to you.

Example

In conclusion, Jaipur holds a special place in my heart due to its stunning architecture and rich traditions. I look forward to revisiting and immersing myself in its beauty once again.

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: Vague Descriptions

Using vague language can make your answer less engaging. Avoid general statements that don't provide specific details about the city.

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Include specific landmarks, cultural experiences, or personal anecdotes to make your description vivid and memorable.

2: Ignoring the Cues

Not addressing all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in a lower score for coherence and relevance.

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Structure your response by clearly answering each cue: location, visit details, and your desire to return.

Overly Long Responses

Giving excessively long answers can lose the listener's interest and make it hard to follow your main points.

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Be concise and focused. Aim for clear, structured responses that cover all points without unnecessary elaboration.

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Band 7

I would like to talk about Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, which is located in the north-western part of India. It is popularly known as the Pink City because most of its old buildings are painted in a distinctive shade of pink. I first visited Jaipur three years ago during a short winter vacation with my family. We chose to go there mainly because of its historical significance and vibrant culture. During my stay, I explored iconic landmarks such as the Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, and City Palace, all of which gave me a fascinating insight into India's royal past. What impressed me the most was how the city beautifully blends tradition with modern life. You can see ancient forts standing right next to busy markets and contemporary cafes. Another reason the city left a lasting impression on me was its local cuisine and hospitality. The food was incredibly flavorful and the people were warm, welcoming, and proud of their heritage, which made the experience even more memorable. I would definitely like to visit Jaipur again in the future because I feel that one trip was not enough to truly explore everything the city has to offer. Next time I would love to attend a cultural festival, explore local handicraft markets in one depth, and possibly stay longer to experience the city at a slower pace. Overall, Jaipur is a city that stays with you long after you leave, which is why it is a place I would happily return to.

Band 7

There is this beautiful city or a town I would say called Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh that is north of India. I went there last year in month of March that is right after the winters when the weather was cool, dry and cozy with you know sitting in my couch having my morning cup of coffee and having steamed momos and everything. Oh my god all the memories are coming back. It is a beautiful town with rich heritage. It also has an influence of Japanese and Buddhist culture as well. There are many monasteries over there. And surprisingly I found out that being a small and not very crowded spot for tourists as well with amazing nature, it also offers great education and job opportunities because I could literally see the famous schools, branches over there as well like Poda International School and companies like Infosys and tuitions like Allen. Whatever we have here in big cities is also available over there and I believe it's a pleasure to have nature and development combined and to live in such a place like that and I would prefer spending my life after retirement in Dharamshala itself.

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To describe the city that I've been to, the city is Dubai. I had been to Dubai two years ago with my family as a part of a vacation. The vacation started out as a random plan and I was quite excited to visit the city as I had never been there before. There are many aspects to consider when I think about Dubai because it is one of the most memorable cities that I've been to. Dubai has a variety of activities and locations to take a look at. It has a lot of places such as the Burj Khalifa which is the tallest building ever built by mankind. There is also a garden which is the hugest garden and has a lot of varieties of flowers and also different cuisines of food which you get to taste in Dubai. I would definitely love to visit again as much as possible as I liked everything about the city starting from the people, the food, the culture etc.

Band 7

One city I'd love to visit again is Bengaluru. It's located in the southern part of India, in the state of Karnataka. It's known as the tech hub of the country, but honestly, the first thing anyone notices is the amazing weather. I visited Bengaluru about a year ago, during a short break from college. I went mainly to meet a friend and just take a quick break from campus life. I didn't have any big plan, but the trip ended up being way better than I expected. We explored cafes, walked around the MG Road area, and even checked out a couple of tech parks, just out of curiosity. The city felt super young and energetic, and the vibe stuck with me. The reason the trip felt memorable was because of how comfortable the city is. The cool climate, the greenery everywhere, and the mix of modern and traditional spots made it easy to enjoy. I also loved how everyone seemed to be doing something interesting. Studying, working on startups, or just chilling in the parks. It felt like a place where you stay productive, without feeling stressed. And yes, I'd definitely go back. I feel like I barely covered 20% of what the city has to offer. There are more cafes, parks, and neighborhoods I want to explore. Plus, I'd love to spend a longer time there, maybe even work or study for a bit, just to experience the lifestyle properly.

Band 7

I remember that when I was in 5th standard, we shifted from Nagarkand to Hyderabad which is a vibrant city in the world and it is in the southern part of India and it is in Telangana. It is in the heart of Telangana and there are many historical monuments like Charminar, Golconda, Red Fort and Thousand Pillar Temple extra. So what I like most about Hyderabad is it's a mixture of traditionality and modernity of people and the cultures they lived in and there are many historical monuments like not only Charminar, Golconda, there are like T.S Secretariat, Hussain Sagar Lake, Durgam Cheruvo. It attracts the tourists very well and many people come from different cities and different states to visit Charminar. It is built by Kulikotip Shah in 1591 to gift his wife and beside Charminar there is a Bhagyalakshmi temple which is very famous for the Hindus. They will seek blessings from Bhagyalakshmi Mata and the city itself is very busy and with Charminar especially in Charminar it will be day or night that streets will be very busy and they sell pearls, diamonds and jewellery items. It will be flow like street vendors, visitors, tourists etc. and Hyderabad is very famous for pearls and diamonds mainly

Band 7

The city which I have been to and want to visit again is Lonavala. The city is located in Maharashtra, a state in the Indian country. The favourite part about the city is that it is covered by valleys, there are a lot of lakes, many adventure activities can be planned such as trekking, swimming, marathons and cycling. The extremely beautiful part about the city is its weather. It maintains some moderate tropical weather all across the seasons with a temperature range of about 18-20 degrees Celsius. I visited the city as part of my training curriculum in the service I have been carrying out. As engineer in Indian Navy, I have my training base established at Lonavala which is named as INS Shivaji. Separated from the crowds of the city and noises of vehicle, Lonavala is a very beautiful city with peace and nature at its best. The local delicacy Chikki which is a sweet which is found there in Lonavala is very popular among the youth. Apart from that, the city also connects itself with two major cities in India i.e. Mumbai and Pune. So it's a apt place for people who like adventure, loneliness and want to spend time with themselves. However, it is also a very good place for people who like to party and explore different cultures as they can move to Mumbai or Pune within a period of 2 hours. So if given a chance, I'll definitely visit Lonavala.

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I would like to talk about my visit to a city called Abu Dhabi and it's in UAE and I was born and brought up in UAE so Abu Dhabi is like my second home. I have spent most of my childhood days over there. I did my schooling over there and I recently shifted here for my undergraduate studies and I used to go there in my vacations and it's like a very peaceful, a beautiful city of course the safest city in the world so whenever I go there, I feel so happy because I was there almost my entire childhood and I can meet my school friends over there and it actually makes me feel so relaxed when I go there because I don't need to worry about the traffic or I hate the sound of the horns that actually irritates me and I never like to go outside here but unlike here, there it's so peaceful, you can go anywhere anytime you want and no one is going to ask you, it's like so safe and people are more friendly over there, they are more polite and I like the culture.

Band 7

A city I went to and want to visit again is Mumbai. It is situated in a state called Maharashtra. It is on the western lines and it has seas linked to it. I went there last December for an event called as Moor Indigo. It is a huge event carried out by a university called as IIT Bombay. Me and my friends went there. The accommodation was available and accommodation was arranged for us there. We spent almost a week in the campus itself. They had different types of comedians coming in, celebrities coming in. We listened to one of the top singers and rappers there. I would definitely go back. I mean the life there is so fast. No one stays at one place at a time. Everyone is in a rush. Unlike from the place I come from Pune where I can feel the calm and peace. But I guess people here in Mumbai feel the calm in the rush and in the fast pace of their life. We visited Taj Hotel, India Gate, Marine Drive and the nightlife there was so peaceful. I never once felt that I was not safe there. Everyone was roaming at 4 am in the morning like it was afternoon. The food, the chow party, the rides, everything was so overwhelming. Overwhelming in a good way of course. The people there were so sweet, always helpful and I can't emphasize enough on the fact that everyone there is extremely helpful. We rode trains.

Band 7

A city that I had visited and would definitely visit again is the city of Amsterdam located in the Netherlands. The place is well known for its beautiful landscapes, wonderful canals and friendly people. I was really fortunate to have had the opportunity to visit the city in the year 2023 around mid-September while I had attended a conference in Belgium. In fact, the Netherlands or Amsterdam was located nearly two hours from Belgium and thus I was able to take the bus to the place. I was accompanied by my friend Giselle, we were companions who had attended the conference together and were busy and had planned to explore the place together. The wonderful landscape and the picturesque location still is present in my mind. In fact, a few days before I had visited the place, I actually had seen a film showing the beautiful location and how wonderful the place is. I enjoyed all sorts of activities there including the famous canal cruise, the flower picking and all the other activities. The whole trip was planned in under 20 pounds which I find it very reasonable. If given a chance, I would surely and definitely visit the place again because it was my dream moment added to the normal hustle and bustle. We were fortunate to have visited the Anne Franks Museum. Thus, it helped to quench our thirst for historical data as well as to learn about things that had happened. If given a chance, I would definitely and I often pray to God to give me another chance.

Band 7

I recently went to a place called Calicut. It's a city located in India towards the west coast in a state called Kerala. Calicut is also known by the name Kohikode and it is one of the most famous cities in India and I really enjoyed my trip visiting Calicut. Perhaps my favorite thing about Calicut was the greenery and the natural beauty or the scenic beauty of the city. I was really surprised by how clean the city was and how well it was being maintained by the local municipality. The citizens or the residents of the city were also quite friendly and I really enjoyed the food in Calicut as well. There are a number of restaurants all around Calicut and they serve a wide variety of cuisines. I remember having Italian food and local Indian food as well as some Mexican food and Polish food as well. I was really surprised to see the variety of cuisine there. In addition to that there is also a place called Wayanad which is quite close to Calicut. Wayanad is very famous in India for its natural beauty. It has large tall hills covered with green trees and the temperature is also excellent. In addition to Wayanad, Calicut also has some other attractions. For example, there is a planetarium in the city and I was really impressed by how well it was being maintained.
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