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

You should say

  • What is that tourist attraction?
  • Where is this tourist attraction in your country?
  • What can the visitors see and do at this tourist attraction?
  • Explain why you would recommend this tourist attraction.
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Cue 1:What is that tourist attraction?

  • Begin by naming the tourist attraction clearly and concisely.
  • Provide a brief overview of what makes this place special or unique.

Example

The tourist attraction I would like to recommend is the stunning backwaters of Kerala, often referred to as 'God's Own Country'. This place is famous for its serene waters, lush greenery, and traditional houseboats.


Cue 2:Where is this tourist attraction in your country?

  • Mention the specific location of the attraction within India.
  • Include any notable cities or landmarks nearby to give context.

Example

The backwaters are located in the southern state of Kerala, particularly around the city of Alleppey, which is easily accessible from major cities like Kochi.


Cue 3:What can the visitors see and do at this tourist attraction?

  • Describe the activities that visitors can engage in while at the attraction.
  • Mention any sights or experiences that are particularly memorable.

Example

Visitors can enjoy a relaxing houseboat ride through the tranquil waters, explore the lush paddy fields, and witness the local village life. There are also opportunities for bird watching and enjoying traditional Kerala cuisine at local eateries.


Cue 4:Explain why you would recommend this tourist attraction.

  • Share your personal feelings or experiences related to the attraction.
  • Highlight the unique aspects that make it a must-visit for travelers.

Example

I highly recommend the backwaters of Kerala because it offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences. The peaceful environment allows for relaxation and reflection, making it a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. I have visited this place multiple times, and each visit has left me rejuvenated.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, the backwaters of Kerala are a breathtaking destination that showcases the beauty of nature and the richness of Indian culture. I believe every traveler should experience this magical place at least once in their lifetime.


    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 unclear. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the attraction.

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    Tip

    Use descriptive adjectives and specific examples to paint a vivid picture of the place you are recommending.


    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 relevance.

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    Tip

    Make sure to answer each cue clearly and in order, ensuring you cover what visitors can see, do, and why you recommend it.


    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not sharing personal experiences or feelings can make your response less engaging. Candidates often miss the opportunity to connect with the listener.

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    Tip

    Include personal anecdotes or emotions related to the attraction to make your recommendation more compelling and relatable.


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    In conclusion Basically I would love to describe many of the parts of our country that are the attraction of visitors but the one place which I can said that I fully with fully clarity I can give advice to someone to visit there is Kashmir that is situated in the Jammu Kashmir and which is very Basically north eastern part of our country Visitor love to go there most because it was a very snow fall area and it is quite cool as compared to the other part of the country and in the starting of country we had to see lot of the places that is situated on the borderline of our country India and people love to go there because they see the snow fall and they see the rainfall and lots of dry wet weather and there was the attraction of peace because you find the white color everywhere which is the sign of purity and peace and basically I would recommend to go in Kashmir in the northwest part of our country because now India is full of summer season and people love to go in the winter season areas like in Kashmir there is Gulmarg, Sonmarg that is the cause of attraction and one more thing is there that is Dal lake that is situated in Srinagar which is very fond of attraction however people can see the riding the paragliding the horse riding and many of the mountains which is full of snow many of the people can visit there to see that and I would recommend because there are very good natured people and when we meet them they also being so helpful

    Band 5-6

    well there are many tourist attraction in my country because it in my country is also known as a golden bird in the past years and I recommend mountains to the foreigners and also because they like old culture of India so Jaipur is the best place where they visit and Jaipur is also known as pink city and there are many places to visit there and also many many Kings and Queens forts are there one of the first fort is one of the first fort is famous there which is known as Amar fort and there many places of King and Queens are described and also

    Band 5-6

    The tourist attraction is in the Mumbai West that is a gateway of India where they can attract attract the things around it the neighborhood of the gateway of India there is a Taj Mahal hotel and around the gateway of India there is a boat system and the people are visiting in the boats and enjoying themselves it is a great enjoyment that attracts the tourism where there is a they feel the peaceful peaceful near the water and it it's a natural type of of scenario over there the entire scenario near the gateway of India it attracts the people very much and the round of the boat is around the one hour so around the around the sitting in the inside the boat we are enjoying the outside scenario very clearly and the and we are going with the group so it is more enjoyment with them I feel like every tourism should visit the gateway of India it is very exciting place the people comes to relax themselves more more over the people are coming from from the from the from the different different places and exploring the things I feel like like I will I feel like to suggest the people to go over there and and enjoy the scenario and explore the things around the around the gateway of India it is a very polluted area because there is a too much populations and no greenery so it will be a little bit hectic but entire inside the things are very good

    Band 5

    I recommend Havlock in Andamans why I recommend that is a questions this is a very very famous island that existing between the Andaman Islands is means is is is a very attractive place to visit there so I recommend to the all those who want to visit India especially you suppose to visit at that place because is a this is a very charming place and very calm place and you can enjoy so many activities like scuba diving, sport whatever activities like jet ski riding, banana riding, sofa riding and moreover the beach of that Havlock is so famous so renewed all over the world the water the sea water is so clean and beach is so clean and you can enjoy you can you can swim into that is in the solid water of the sea and you can also sit there enjoy you can spend your valuable time this and in addition to that the greenery of that area is so attractive you get the green atmosphere atmosphere you can enjoy anyways and one more thing this people like so much the rain rain can come anytimes is mainly famous for the rain mainly for the rain.

    Band 5

    so I would recommend a tourist to go at Rajasthan so the Rajasthan is all about the history and their culture culture because the Rajasthan is very huge place there are lots of lots of Mahal and palaces of kings and queens the visitors can also see a large huge Mahal palace of kings and queens and they can try different fruits foods different traditional clothes and many other things I would recommend to go at Rajasthan because Rajasthan is very beautiful place in India Rajasthan is very beautiful place in India and I would really recommend this place because it has very it has a very it is a very historic place in entire world and yes

    Band 5

    Okay, so I suggest to any visitor and any tourist to suggest a country or a place that is Delhi, New Delhi from India and also this is a capital of India and this is very beautiful place also I visited many times in Delhi and their markets that was very cheap rate also this is a very beautiful beautiful city also they have a very tourist place that I visit and moreover tourist would like to yes and moreover many tourist tourist have visit this also foreigner also visit to show Delhi monuments like the like Qutub Minar, India Gate, Red Fort other etc. Delhi is a one of the most beautiful country that I see. Also I have some friends in my Delhi when I meet whenever I go and I meet them and they are nice to with me and people of Delhi is also a kind nature also them I prefer to tourist and somewhat to visit and visit New Delhi.

    Band 5

    I want to suggest the explorer they should visit visit my village that is nearby to my hometown it is that is very good attractive place to tourists because of it is one cottage of old scent that in this old scent it is the story behind that why why they is and selected this space because this is the surrounded by mountains and one river is also there so it's very beautiful place to visit the tourist because we are visited several countries in different different places but some of the smallest small part on our country that is very beautiful and it it is a new a new coin to explore the places because it contain all the things that that we required to feel inner peace so I recommended this recommend this place to visit once to all the explorer that are those persons hobby to explore new places so they must explore this place as well and I want to add some additional points it's also depends on the person to person whether they like the seaside on the mountains but I am the I am living in north side of north side of India so in this place this is most mountain in mountain area so I like to tell the other tourist is mountains is also give peace peace for the person and they are very quiet place so they must visited this place to feel peace

    Band 5

    In my country there are very tourist place but I suggest to tourist would go in Palithah temple. These are very good place and tourist experience will be nice. This is near the Kutch and it's in my place. This place far about 42 km. There are many place in Palithah temple such as swimming pool, ancient places like stone, animal, scooter and some playing playgrounds. So, I recommend this place because I am also visited that place and I admire that place because it is many things, many new things you know and you go must.

    Band 6.5

    I am from a beautiful country of India which is geographically diverse and I would like people, visitors to come to my home place that is Darjeeling. Darjeeling is also known as Queens of Hills for a reason, for its scenic beauty and mountains. The Darjeeling provides lots of tourist place and the most famous ones are the Tiger Hill that is situated on the top hill of Darjeeling. People can directly see the sun rise from the Tiger Hill with a view of Mount Kanchi Janga. There are other places too in Darjeeling where tourists can spend the time like a ropeway, the tea gardens and the beautiful roads of Darjeeling. Darjeeling has other places like all the tourist places like Caventers, some hotels like Caventers Gleneries and all which has been historically significant.

    Band 6.5

    Yes, definitely I would, I would explain about the tourist places in my country. Mentioning that my country is India, there are a lot of tourist places that could be explored by the tourists. I would suggest, according to the question, I have to suggest a single tourist place, it would be Taj Mahal, which is the, which is one of the wonders in the world and this is the place you can definitely visit where you can find the very beautiful architecture that is built by our ancient, ancient, ancient kings. In particular, it is built by the king Shahjahan that has been built for his, his, his lover that is Mumtaz, in the, it is also called as the memorial, here we can find the very great layout, layout or you can say the landscape, it is soothing for the eyes and also you can find many, many different beautiful, you can find the lawn, garden, parks, where you can spend the very, you can spend your time peacefully and you can find many, many other places nearby. If you visit, if you visit Taj Mahal, you can also find many, two to three extra tourist places like Mathura, Vrindavan, which is also known as the Krishna Janmasthala, where Krishna has took his, took his birth or the history regarding Krishna lies there, so this is the very great place to visit and it will be really worth it to explore this architecture, this architecture, which is unique and pleasant to eyes.
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