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Describe a place in your country or part of your country that you would like to recommend to visitors/travelers: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What the place is
  • Where it is / when you visited
  • What visitors can do there
  • And explain why you recommend it
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Cue 1:What the place is

  • Begin by naming the place clearly and providing a brief description of its significance.
  • Mention any unique features that make this place stand out.

Example

The place I would like to recommend is the beautiful city of Udaipur, often referred to as the 'City of Lakes'. It is famous for its stunning palaces and serene lakes, which create a picturesque setting.


Cue 2:Where it is / when you visited

  • Specify the location of Udaipur within India, including any notable landmarks.
  • Share a personal experience about when you visited, including the season or occasion.

Example

Udaipur is located in the southern part of Rajasthan, surrounded by the Aravalli hills. I visited Udaipur last summer during the monsoon season, which added a magical charm to the city as the lakes were full and the greenery was vibrant.


Cue 3:What visitors can do there

  • List some activities or attractions that visitors can enjoy in Udaipur.
  • Highlight any cultural experiences or local cuisine that travelers should not miss.

Example

Visitors to Udaipur can enjoy a boat ride on Lake Pichola, explore the majestic City Palace, and visit the historic Jag Mandir. Additionally, trying the local Rajasthani cuisine, such as dal baati churma, is a must for any traveler.


Cue 4:And explain why you recommend it

  • Share your personal feelings about the place and why it left a lasting impression on you.
  • Mention the hospitality of the locals and the overall atmosphere of the city.

Example

I highly recommend Udaipur because of its enchanting beauty and rich history. The warm hospitality of the locals made my experience even more memorable. The peaceful ambiance and stunning sunsets over the lakes create a perfect getaway for anyone looking to relax and unwind.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Udaipur is a captivating destination that offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you are an adventure seeker or someone looking to soak in the tranquility, Udaipur has something special for everyone.


    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 place.

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    Tip

    Include specific features, activities, and personal experiences to create a vivid picture of the place.


    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cue prompts can lead to an incomplete answer. This may cause you to miss important points.

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    Tip

    Make sure to cover each cue point: what the place is, where it is, what visitors can do, and why you recommend it.


    Overly Complex Language

    Using complicated vocabulary or sentence structures can confuse listeners. It's important to communicate clearly and effectively.

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    Tip

    Use simple and clear language to express your ideas, ensuring that your message is easily understood.


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    Band 6-7

    India is a diverse nation and there are many places in India for visitors but the city I would recommend to travel is Amritsar. Amritsar is situated in the northern part of Punjab and it is also known as the holy city. It is famous for golden temple which is a religion place. Thousands of visitors come here everyday to take obeisance and moreover there is a community hall where thousands of people eat together and furthermore there are many other places to visit Amritsar such as Jallianwala Bagh and Wagah border. Jallianwala Bagh is a famous place which remembered the sacrifice of thousands of people.

    Band 6-7

    First of all, there are a lot of tourist attraction places and which visitors can find attractive for visiting. But here I would like to talk about a beautiful and natural divine place where I went last year with my family. The place is the most precious thing, the Golden Temple. The Golden Temple is situated in Amritsar, Punjab because it is a divinely place and all the religious people related to every caste go there and pray for their wishes and whenever their wishes are come true they repeatedly go there. I used to go there last year with my family and I really enjoyed the beauty of this such a beautiful place. There is also a sarovar in which people take a bath and dip and all their sins get enclosed. So I recommend visitors and outsiders of India to visit there once in their lifetime because it is a very peaceful and beautiful place to see. I have never ever visited my life like such a beautiful place and I would recommend everyone you should go once there in your lifetime and moreover the gold is really pure and the view is very different in day and in night because it really feels like there are present divine energies.

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    The place in my country that I would like to suggest to visit is Chandigarh. Well, I am a native of Punjab where there are many cities that are famous for different things but Chandigarh is one of them which is my favorite and it is a place that attracts lot of tourists. The most interesting thing about this place is that this city provides different opportunities for all age individuals. If we just talk about children, then they feel enjoyable because of boating and different kind of other facilities, moreover there are lot of job opportunities and transport opportunities is one of my favorite. Last Sunday I went to Chandigarh along with my family. On that time I enjoyed various activities including boating, shipping, painting, moreover this city is up to dated that is why visitor may get knowledge about new things that are helpful in order to get up to date, moreover traditional buildings provide knowledge to us about how we connect with our roots, moreover travels also may enjoy different kind of foods. Many food items are provided in this city by various chefs. I think that this city is most suitable for visitor in order to calm their mind.

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    Hello, I would like to tell about the Kallada Bhagavad Gita Kshetra in my town named Porthosiri. In Porthosiri, this temple is a very famous temple. By going to this temple, we can see the huge paddy field which is very very beautiful and it gives a very calm atmosphere. That's why I recommended it. Visitors can rest there and enjoy a cool evening or sunrise. It's a very beautiful place which I recommend here in my own town. When I love to spend some calm time, I go there and spend my time there. Then our mind get cooled. That's all I recommend that place. Nearby that paddy field is this Kallada Bhagavad Gita Kshetra which is a temple. The temple is very small but nearby is this paddy field. So, we can enjoy a beautiful scenery.

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    The place I recommend to visit in my country is a beach called Varkala. Varkala is a beach located on the coast of Tamil Nadu. It's a very popular destination for whom who are interested in surfing. I went in last January with my family. I took a flight from Mumbai to Tamil Nadu. It's around 45 minutes and after I visit from Tamil Nadu it's a train from the Tamil Nadu junction to Varkala. It's a very pleasant coast. The favorite thing about it is the cafe and the hotels. The hotels are very cheap. The restaurants and they have very nice restaurants with a great ambience and tasty food. The place I recommend is a lighthouse there. I really like the lighthouse. It's one of my most favorite place to visit and go there very often. It's a walking distance for where I live in a hotel.

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    Well, there are many places for visiting which are beautiful places such as historical places, religious places. But here today I would like to talk about a religious place which I would recommend to visitors. Actually, it is Amritsar, a holy city located in Punjab. It is one of the most famous for the Golden Temple. I still remember that first time I visited there when I was 14 years old and I got deep impression by Amritsar. Actually, when I went there, I felt calm and peaceful. Firstly, I paid obeisance to the God. And after that I went to the community kitchen and I ate food. And there are a big market where I purchased a lot of things such as shoes, jewellery, cloths and many more. And I visited museum in Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum where I got a lot of knowledge about Sikh culture. If I get a chance to visit again, I will definitely visit there and I will recommend to my friends and relatives to visiting there because this place is fully calm and peaceful and unwind. So, all in all, this is a place where I want to recommend to visitors for visiting.

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    I would like to recommend people if they want to visit India they should go to Goa because there they can enjoy shipping they can enjoy the oceans and beaches they can buy the different kinds of fashionable clothing and also they can have great safe food so I would like to recommend the visitors to visit Goa and to enjoy its nightlife and the daylight as well because there are so many natural beautiful waves which they can enjoy and different kinds of varieties of food they can go for the sea activities which are available during the season of winter so it will be nice if they visit during the winter season there because there are so many activities available if they visit there in a rainy season they can have to face so many problems so I would recommend them avoid to visit Goa during the rainy season they should go during the winter season

    Band 6-7

    Place in my country that I recommended to visitors and travellers is Jammu and Kashmir and Himalaya because of Jammu and Kashmir is the most beautiful and unique place in India and most of Indians are visit and travel on summer holidays and summer vacations on this place. When summer vacations are come that price, that cost of travel increase and increase. In Jammu and Kashmir there are so many mountains, snowfall, at all, they are so beautiful natures, atmosphere, coldness, beauty, real, you know, when I was go to Jammu and Kashmir, I really liked.
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