IELTS Writing Brainstorming: Preserving Cultural Traditions

IELTS Writing Brainstorming: Preserving Cultural Traditions

Some people think that cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used as money-making attractions aimed at tourists. Others believe it is the only way to save these traditions. Discuss on both sides and give your opinion.

　Title Translation

Some people think that when cultural traditions are used for the benefit of tourists bait, which destroys the beauty of traditions, while others believe it is the only way to preserve them. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own.

Topic analysis

The topic requires discussion from both perspectives. There are at least three points to write about the relationship between the protection of cultural traditions and the development of tourism: 1. Cultural traditions are commercially exploited. , whether it will be destroyed; 2. Is the only way to preserve cultural traditions is the above; 3. What do you think is the most suitable way to preserve cultural traditions, and how should the relationship between tourism and cultural traditions be handled?

Brainstorming

1. Are there any tourist attractions you have seen that have a strong commercial atmosphere? Give an example.

User answer reference:

●My city is gradually developing into a tourist city. Many attractions here focus on ethnic minority culture, so around the attractions, there are many commercial streets related to ethnic minority culture, where specialty foods and souvenirs are sold. There are also many commercial performances in the attractions, most of which are also related to ethnic culture.

●I have traveled to Hangzhou and feel that West Lake, including the surrounding attractions, has a strong commercial atmosphere. For example, rowing on the West Lake costs 60 yuan per person and is limited to a limited time; tickets for the famous Leifeng Pagoda cost 80 yuan per person, and only primary and secondary school students and the elderly can enjoy partial discounts, not to mention nearby meals, taxis and bus fees.

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