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Exercises
Writing · A2

Describe a Place You Recommend

Learn how to describe a place you recommend by giving clear details about its location, atmosphere, activities, and the reasons someone should visit it.

Places and Recommendations Place description 20 min 65–75 words
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Explanation · 1 / 4

Learn how to combine location, atmosphere, activities, and a clear recommendation.

Learning objective

In this lesson, you will learn how to introduce a place, say where it is, describe what it looks and feels like, mention things visitors can do there, and explain why you recommend it.

Model text

One place I really recommend is Lake Sevan in Armenia. It is about an hour from Yerevan and is surrounded by mountains. The area is beautiful, peaceful, and especially pleasant in summer. Visitors can swim, walk near the lake, try local fish, and visit Sevanavank Monastery. I like this place because the views are amazing and the air feels fresh. It is a great place for a relaxing day trip.

How to write

1
Introduce the place.

One place I really recommend is Lake Sevan in Armenia.

2
Say where it is.

It is about an hour from Yerevan.

3
Describe the atmosphere or appearance.

The area is beautiful, peaceful, and pleasant in summer.

4
Mention things visitors can do there.

Visitors can swim, walk near the lake, and visit the monastery.

5
Explain why you recommend it.

I like this place because the views are amazing.
It is a great place for a relaxing day trip.

Useful phrases

One place I recommend is...
It is located in...
It is near / about ... from...
The area is...
It has beautiful...
The atmosphere is...
Visitors can...
You can also...
It is especially nice in...
I like this place because...
I recommend it because...
It is a great place for...

Language focus

Use there is / there are or has for features:

There is a beautiful lake.

There are several cafés nearby.

The town has a lovely old centre.

Use can for activities and because for reasons:

You can walk along the lake.

Visitors can try local food.

I recommend it because it is peaceful.

Remember:
It is near the city.
Visitors can visit the museum.
The area is peaceful.
I recommend it because it is beautiful.
Not: Visitors can to visit the museum.
Exercises:
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Exercise 1 · Language

Choose the correct sentence

Choose the most natural and grammatically correct sentence in each question.

Practise location, description, activities, reasons, and recommendations.
Exercise 1 · 2 / 4

You need at least 5 correct answers out of 6 to complete this exercise.

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Which sentence introduces a recommended place naturally?
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Which sentence describes location correctly?
3
Which sentence describes atmosphere correctly?
4
Which sentence uses can correctly?
5
Which sentence gives a reason naturally?
6
Which sentence is a natural final recommendation?
Exercise 2 · Structure

Build a clear place recommendation

Choose the sentence that performs each part of the description.

Practise organising location, atmosphere, activities, reasons, and a final recommendation.
Exercise 2 · 3 / 4

A strong description helps the reader imagine the place and understand why it is worth visiting.

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Introduce the place
2
Give the location
3
Describe the atmosphere
4
Mention activities
5
Explain your personal reason
6
Finish with a recommendation
Exercise 3 · Writing

Describe a place you recommend

Write one connected description of a place that you think another person should visit.

Complete the fifth A2 Writing lesson.
Exercise 3 · 4 / 4

Write about 65–75 words. Describe the place clearly and explain why you recommend it.

Your task

Write a 65–75 word description of a place you recommend.

  • introduce the place
  • say where it is or how far it is from another place
  • use at least two adjectives to describe it
  • mention at least two things visitors can do there
  • explain why you like or recommend the place
  • finish with a clear recommendation
One place I recommend is... It is located in... It is near... The area is... It has... Visitors can... You can also... It is especially nice in... I like this place because... I recommend it because... It is a great place for...
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Quick check
•Write about 65–75 words
•Introduce the place you recommend
•Say where it is or how far away it is
•Use at least two adjectives to describe it
•Mention at least two things visitors can do there
•Explain why you like or recommend the place
•Finish with a clear recommendation
•Organise the description in at least six sentences
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