PLACES IN YOUR COUNTRY OR PART OF YOUR COUNTRY

IELTS Speaking Part 2 – Instructions

• You will have 1 minute to think and make notes on the topic.

• The examiner will give you paper and a pencil for note-making.

• Then, you must speak continuously for 1–2 minutes on the topic.

• Usually, this is around 10–12 sentences spoken naturally..

Band 7 Answer

I want to talk about Al-Ula, a historic area in Saudi Arabia. It is famous for its rock formations, ancient ruins, and beautiful landscapes. I visited it last year, and I was very impressed and amazed by the natural beauty. The area is also rich in history and culture, which makes it educational and interesting for visitors. Walking around and seeing the ancient tombs and cliffs was a unique experience. I really enjoyed taking photos and spending time in nature. For me, Al-Ula is a must-visit place in our country.

Band 8 Answer

A place in my country that I would like to describe is Al-Ula, a remarkable historic region in Saudi Arabia. It is renowned for its striking rock formations, ancient archaeological sites, and stunning natural landscapes. I visited Al-Ula last year, and I was completely fascinated and inspired by its beauty. The region is also rich in history, culture, and heritage, offering visitors a unique and educational experience. Exploring the ancient tombs, cliffs, and desert scenery was unforgettable. I particularly enjoyed taking photographs and immersing myself in the peaceful atmosphere of nature. Al-Ula, to me, is not just a tourist attraction but also a symbol of our country’s history and natural wonders.

Vocabulary Ideas

Band 7: historic area, rock formations, ancient ruins, beautiful landscapes, impressed and amazed, history and culture, educational and interesting, unique experience, must-visit place

Band 8: remarkable historic region, striking rock formations, ancient archaeological sites, stunning natural landscapes, fascinated and inspired, history, culture and heritage, unique and educational experience, cliffs and desert scenery, immersive and peaceful atmosphere, symbol of history and natural wonders