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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

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  • 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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    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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    Band 6-7

    So, a place in my country that I would recommend to visit is the Kayanagiri that is located in the Alapura district of Kerala, India. This is actually situated in the banks of Vembanad Kayal. It is actually surrounded by a beautiful scenic place. You can see the traditional Cochrane trees fully covered there. Also, you can see the houses in the banks of these rivers. The people, depending upon the public transportation, it's not like that we use in the cities, but it's like the boat transportation, there is a public boat transportation. They are using their own boat for traveling across the river. Moreover, other than the scenic scenery, the food that is being served there is just mouth-watering. Recently, I had an opportunity to visit that place and I could still remember the taste of food that I got there. It was amazing. Moreover, I could also experience a good heart-warming welcome from the people there. They are just amazing people. They used to welcome each and every guest with a beautiful smile and they are just good in treating others, which makes me more attracted towards them.

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    I would like to recommend a tourist or traveler, the most interesting place as a tourist is Kashmir. It is located in northern side of India. Kashmir often refers to heaven on earth. I went with my family during winter in the Diwali holidays. In Kashmir, we visited Srinagar Gulmarg and Payasam. The best experience was the boat ride and the boat stay under lake in Srinagar. I also enjoyed a ropeway car in Gulmarg and we want to experience Payasam because this place is known as the mini-Kashmir in Switzerland. The Kashmir is a natural beauty and a peaceful environment. I felt like there is a different world far away from the busy city life.

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    Well, there are several places in my native country India, which should be travelled by the people but here I would like to talk about such a place where I went recently and it is like the beauty of the nature. The name of that place is Bir Billing and it is in the district Kangra. I went there last year in the month of the November because my school trip was organised by the management, there were several things to visit for us as we went there for the ministries and for the local market. I like to advise, I like to give advice to the people to visit that place in their life at once because it gives the sense of relaxation from the busy schedule, apart from that they should also explore the various hills as well as the mountains which are quite famous among the people because of their religious belief. Apart from that in the Billing which is 250 kilometres away from the Bir, adventure sport is carried out, for example, when I went there I did paragliding, it was a wonderful experience for me. I prefer that everyone should try this because people could get the different experience of their life, apart from that they should also visit the different ministries and the local market where people get the things related to their tradition and the culture. Moreover there is one museum which is famous for its craft work given by the latest artist of that area, besides that they should enjoy the lush green beauty of the nature and all in all this is the place that I would recommend to the people, that's all.

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    The rupilli waterfalls is one of the key attractions or tourist places in India. It is very accessable place for everyone to come and enjoy the beauty of the nature. So it is very attractive in cases where someone arrives there to watch. It is situated in Thrissur, Kerala, India. It is one of the largest waterfalls in India. The beauty of the waterfall is, you can see it closely, the water flowing from the height and it is a beautiful view of it. We can access the beauty from every part of the waterfalls because it is highly accessible place in Kerala, India. So we have to come and enjoy the place as if we are a big fan of travel, tourism, etc. So it is very necessary for a tourist to visit this place in India. And we are all prepared for all the activities in the waterfalls when we come.

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    As people of India, there are plentiful beautiful places in our country like temples, some rivers and some beautiful places like Surat. One of my favorite places is Vaishnodevi, it is Vaishnodevi temple because it is a beautiful holy temple and I find it very peace going there. The temple is covered with mountains so it may be around 40-45 km walk to reach the temple. It takes some time and patience to reach there. People readily go and find some peace there and it is covered with mountains and plentiful snow also falls there sometimes. So I always recommend people to go and have some prayers.

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    One place that I would really recommend to visitor or travellers in India would be Andaman and Nicobar Islands. I went there during my school time about 6-8 years ago and it was such a surreal experience. You can find many tourist attractions in Andaman Island such as Kalapali Jain and the light and sound show they do there is amazing. They will tell Kalapali Jail is famous for freedom. Many freedom fighters were stuck there during their fight with British Government and the show explain you their struggles. Andaman also has some very pristine beaches. The weather there is extremely pleasant and one can choose many water activities to do in Andaman and Nicobar such as snorkelling and scuba diving. I did both and I enjoyed scuba diving the most. It was a very thrilling and adventurous activity and it truly broke my comfort zone. Another thing that I really liked about Andaman and Nicobar was the people. The people in Andaman Islands were extremely warm and helpful. We used to get a lot of local recommendation to try food there. And although the big hotels were good,

    Band 6-7

    I would recommend all the visitors to visit Kashmir in India because Kashmir is just like a heaven for all the visitors who would like to visit a place which is having, which is cold and they can also, they enjoy snowfall in low budget. So if, so people those, those who are not having great budget and they cannot visit to countries like Switzerland, they can definitely visit to Kashmir because it's a cheaper option and provide the same kind of joy which you can enjoy in the other places. Other than that there are various cuisines available which is the great part of India and India is quite famous for that also, so they can enjoy this as well. It is also famous for dry fruits, apples, these are the things which is exporting from Kashmir to all over the world, so they can also enjoy these dry fruits and apples.

    Band 6-7

    I am quite fond of traveling but currently I am occupied working as a nursing officer in BJI Chandigarh. So, I hardly get time to travel anywhere but whenever I would get a chance to travel then I would definitely go to the Kerala that is located in the southern region of our country India. It is a beautiful place with the beautiful environment around and the creatures that are living in that environment and it is a place that I like to visit.
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