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

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    The place which of my country is famous is Rameshwara temple at Rameshwara. This particular city signifies the glory of Shiva and it is regarded as one of the most prestigious forms of Eshwara. or Shiva. The Rameshwara temple signifies the culture of Indian Hindu society and also makes the significance of Eshwara or Shiva in the religious aspects of the Hindu Dharma. The Rameshwaram is most widely famous across Indian people. Thank you.

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    So the place that I would recommend in my country for the visitors to visit would definitely be a place called Dhanushkodi. I am from Chennai, Dhanushkodi is located in the southern part of Tamil Nadu. So it is a place which is attached to the coast of Ramanathapuram. So you have to go to the place via Ramanathapuram. So Dhanushkodi has a long bridge. So Dhanushkodi is connected with a bridge called Pamban Palam. It's a Tamil phrase that says Pamban bridge. It connects Rameshwaram and Dhanushkodi. So Dhanushkodi is a town of fishermen. So it was completely demolished during the tsunami that occurred in 2004. So that town has no people right now. It just has beaches and demolished buildings. So I would highly recommend that place because it is a very beautiful scenery. It has beach on both the sides. It has a very elongated road to the very end of Tamil Nadu. So from the coast of Dhanushkodi, you can see the Sri Lankan border. So I think it is about just 13 kilometers. So moreover, you can see a lot of tourists there, people from different countries come to visit this place and look at the beauty of the place and the nature of this place. So I've been there like four times. So even though I've been there four times, I never got bored of that place because it's such a beautiful, exotic and a wonderful place.

    Band 6-7

    I think the most recommended place to visit is North India because it's so quiet and refreshing we can get we can breathe actually natural air like we have seen in urban areas there are only traffic and also people are not able to breathe fresh air so they should definitely visit North India where there are mountains and greenery and when I was in 8th standard I last visited there with my family and I was really so shocked and happy that what fresh breath feels like like my whole body was changing to the climate I can I was more active actually and the activities which we can do in mountains areas are like there are bungee jumping and rope climbing etc in bungee jumping we just fall from a large and tall point with a rope and we just hang in middle of the air and which is so exciting and and exciting and and we can also do rope jumping like it's a covered with a rope two points and we just sit on a cycle or something and cross the valley from that rope so this would be the best recommendation for me to all the travelers they can visit North India

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    Two years back I have visited Penares with my family on the trip of the vacation. Penares is a city of heritage and culture. We have explored the streets of Penares with full of arts and also explored the banks of Ganga river. We also tried the street food of Penares. Never miss those chaats. And also I will mention the malai tea. You must have it. It is too easily available on the streets. You get it. Then it was a short two day trip. First day we went to the Ashwagandha Ghat. From there we went to visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The temple was made of marbles and the beauty was enchanting. After returning back in the evening we explored the local markets too. Markets are having really affordable clothes or sarees. I would recommend you must go there. If you can bargain well you will get a good price at least. Then for Shihar you have to go there. And Buka. And Buka. Boat ride over the river Ganga. It will take you to each and every bank of the river. The ghats are amazing. Beautiful decorated with lights. On the last day before I came back we have witnessed the enchanting beauty of Ganga. I can give you an arm and leg to go there again.

    Band 6-7

    Sure, well talking about the place in a country where I can see, like India is a very diverse country with multiple states and you can see that with every state there is a new tradition and you can see that there are a lot of monuments and a lot of tourist attractions. But for myself, well being of choosing one state for my country, I prefer to say that Delhi is one of the best states I have ever been, because I live in Delhi, I am born and brought up in Delhi only and Delhi is really beautiful, Delhi is the capital of India and I believe that Delhi has got a lot of tourist attractions from seeing the Indian fort, from red fort to the India gate and many many much more monuments here. Apart from that Delhi is very famous for food, so if you are a foodie, so Delhi is the go to go option for you and yes, apart from that Delhi is also famous for tourist attractions, Delhi is also famous for its traditions, like if I can say one thing, I really love a place called Chandni Chowk and the Chandni Chowk is situated in Old Delhi and it is one of the only states and I can say the only place where all the four religions, that is Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islamic, all four religions are in the same space, so that's why it makes it more refreshing, it makes it more diverse and I really recommend Delhi, I know that some of the parts of Delhi are not safe, there is a myth that Delhi is not safe for people, people are very angry at Delhi, but let's not take the criticism and I'll say that every country or every state has its pros and cons and we should respect it equally as we are, so yeah, that's about my state which I really prefer.

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    one place in my country that I would like to recommend to visitors or travelers is one of the greatest and one of the seven wonders of the world Taj Mahal it is located in Agra it was built by the Emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his wife Mumtaz and people can take pictures they can explore that historical building and it would be a nice experience for everyone to witness one of the seven wonders of the world which is in India and I would recommend it because of its historic significance and the beauty of Taj Mahal no other buildings compared to its beauty and strength and since it is one of the seven wonders of the world tourists from every corner of the world visit Taj Mahal which improves its popularity as well as tourism experience so I think everyone would be willing to visit Taj Mahal one day and I have not visited Taj Mahal yet but I am hoping to visit in future because I have not traveled to North India till now so I'm hoping to visit the Taj Mahal in the future because that was one of my biggest Sailu dreams

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    A place in my country that I would like to recommend to visitors or travellers is Kerala. I have not visited it yet but I am planning to visit it soon, maybe in the next year and I recommend it to travellers and visitors who would like to spend some time in the midst of the nature and find their inner self. The visitors can do several things there including spending time in the midst of nature, trying the southern food and trying their speciality like rasam rice and also they can do boating on the rivers of Kerala. Travellers can get there by train or by flight. Also there are a group of people called the planners who plan the entire itinerary and there are many things to explore there including the waterfalls, grown trees and various things.

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    well I want to talk about one of the most beautiful places in Nepal it is called Pokhara I choose this destination because it is the perfect blend of culture and mixture mix nature culture and nature I went here with my family's last year and we choose this location because of its natural beauty and environment peaceful environment as well as adventurous adventurous activities most of the people here in Nepal they like to visit a lakeside area where you can be away from the busy lifestyle in the valleys this place is one of the best and compared to other because of its one of the adventure activity that is boating I also did the boating from in the Fewa lake which is very nice it has mountain view from there which you can see and it also has Davis fall which is the rock covered springs and fall I recommend everyone to go there to unwind from their busy life and enjoy the nature

    Band 6-7

    Well, I would definitely recommend to go to the Lolang Na which is a beautiful hill station near my city and we recently visited over there also with my family for a short weekend trip. We decided to travel by car which made the journey very comfortable and allowed us to enjoy the scenic views along the way. The drive took around 3 hours and we stopped a few times to take pictures and enjoy the fresh air and I really enjoyed visiting Lolang Na because it's a peaceful atmosphere and the natural beauty that's absolutely mesmerizing and after the recent rain everything looks greenery and there are waterfalls and lakes that look amazing. And we also visited a nearby beach and some popular sports like bushi dam and tiger leaf which was stunning. Beside the sightseeing, we spent quality time together also, some local food and just relaxed away from the noise of the city. Overall, the trip was refreshing and memorable and I really recommend everyone to go once in their lifetime because the place is so amazing. I don't know how can I explain this in just words because I can't explain to someone who did not visit that place, it's so beautiful and it makes, if someone who wants to spend time with their family and someone who wants to appreciate the nature then he should definitely go there to take a break from their daily routine.

    Band 6-7

    One of the most special place in my country is Taj Mahal located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. The Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world and it is famous for its breathing the white marble architect. It was built in 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. So it's called the symbol is internal love. What makes it special not only its historical importance but also its beauty, the structure looks different at different times of the day, the pinkish in the morning, milky in the white in the evening and the golden under the moonlight millions of tourists from India and abroad visits every year. For me special because represents Indian culture, history and architecture all in one place. Whenever I see it, I feel proud such a wonder exists in my country. And last month I visited this place and this is a very nice place too.
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