Describe a peaceful place you have visited – IELTS Cue Card

Sample Answer 1

People like a quiet environment because it allows them to relax and concentrate on their work. Finding a tranquil spot in today’s society might be tough, but I was fortunate enough to locate one on my trip across the Himalayan range. The name of this place is called Palampur. It is located in the northwestern part of the state of Himachal Pradesh, in the northern region of India. It is situated in the Kangra valley, near the Dhauladhar ranges. It is also popularly known as the tea capital of North India.

Palampur, a tranquil town in Himachal Pradesh, is flanked by emerald green trees and boasts of magnificent tea plantations. My family and I planned to travel to Dharamshala shortly after the initial Covid lockdown was lifted in order to work from the hills because everyone in the family was working from home. Instead of Dharamshala, a friend advised us to go to Palampur, which is only 30 kilometers away from Dharamshala. As a result, we arranged a month-long trip to Palampur.

We discovered a hotel on the outskirts of Palampur, surrounded by the Dhauladhar mountains, where everyone in the family experienced peace and tranquility like no place else. We found a river outlet approximately 2 kilometers from the hotel. We spend most of our time relaxing by the river and basking in the Himalayan winter sun. We also visited these beautiful green tea gardens, which made us feel as if we had entered a dreamland, and the exquisite smell transported us to another dimension. Palampur is a tranquil hill station with a panoramic view of the Dhauladhar Range and a diverse range of flora, trees, and birds that add to nature’s beauty.

Sample Answer 2

Here is the sample for “Describe a peaceful place you have visited” topic:

Both of my parents are travel aficionados. Thus, every summer and winter vacation is spent exploring new places. While in childhood, I preferred visiting such spots that had a lot of people around, I began my hunt for quiet and tranquil places in my teenage. So, one such place that I had visited was Camp Riverside.

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Camp Riverside is a campsite that is situated on Badrinath Highway. It is approx 20 kms distant from the city of Rishikesh. The place is exquisite and surrounded by Himalayan mountains. One can camp on the banks of the Ganga River.

I visited there in 2019 summer before the covid-19, and the policies of lockdown hit the world. In fact, this was my first trip with friends. It was a group of close school friends, with 3 girls and 4 boys.

Being a campsite, there was hardly any cluster of people hoarding this place. So, it was not as loud as any other tourist spot. Plus, it was near the banks of the Ganga; hence, one could hear nothing more than the noise of flowing water. The entire scenario filled me up with an unknown peace. Until late at night, I sat near the bank, processing my thoughts, brainstorming my ideas, and trying to find positive ways to make the most out of my life. The view was mesmerizing and spectacular as well.

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Sample Answer 3

Since childhood, travelling has always fascinated me. The hills in the north and north-east of India, the plains in the central and east, the desert in the west and the south, comprising all the above physical features, offer different scopes to a traveller like me. Among these places, some are peaceful while the others will revitalise you with energy, if you lack it. I have recently visited a place named St. Mary’s Hill or St. Mary’s Grotto in Kurseong, Darjeeling, otherwise known as the ‘Queen of Hills,’ that brought a sense of tranquility in me.

St. Mary’s Grotto is situated on St. Mary’s Hills in Kurseong, which is around 32 kilometers away from Darjeeling. The grotto lies on the hilltop, and one can view most of the small town. It is made as a replica of the Lady of Lourdes, France and has been recently declared as a pilgrimage site by the Bishop of the diocese of Darjeeling-Sikkim, Stephen Lepcha. Devotees from various places visit this sacred place and offer their respect and prayers to Mother Mary and the cross of Jesus Christ, which are placed in a cave-like structure on the hilltop. It is situated among the thick forests, 6 kilometers away from the city centre.  

After being locked at home for months due to lockdown, I planned a trip to Darjeeling with some of my friends. Kurseong was the last stop in our journey, and we were not aware of the tourist spots. The lady of the homestay suggested that we should visit this place before leaving Kurseong. So, we left for the destination early in the morning.

The roads to St. Mary’s Hill were very narrow and the driver left us at the end of a cemented road. We could see that the remaining path was a typical hilly terrain surrounded by tall pine trees with the sun peeping between the giant woods. There was a large, blue gate at the entrance of the main area. Our group was chirpy, but as we approached the grotto, something about the essence of the place calmed us. The main praying area was beautifully decorated as  Christmas was celebrated recently. There is a natural fountain beside the grotto where the soft sound of the water felt like music to the ear. It is believed that water from the Lady of the Lourdes has been added to the spring water here. We washed our hands and eyes in the holy water, lit candles on the stand and sat down on the benches to pray. A sense of piousness and veneration coupled with the amicable natural beauty relaxed our mind and body. As we left, we clicked a group photo to mark this memorable place.

A visit to this offbeat place of scenic beauty and reverence helped us to revive our spirit and faith. I had planned to visit this place again in the future. I hope the local parish keeps the holy shrine well maintained with the help of the local residents and the miracles of Virgin Mother Mary keeps us safe during the hard times of our lives.

Vocabulary

Here are the vocabularies for “Describe a peaceful place you have visited” with examples:

• revitalise – give fresh vitality, enthusiasm
  Eg: During the summer heat, freshly made mango juice revitalises the body.
• replica – an exact copy or model of something, especially one on a smaller scale
  Eg: Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad is a replica of the Taj Mahal.
• piety – the quality of being religious or reverent.
  Eg: As we entered the temple, a sense of piety and serenity filled our mind.
• veneration – great respect; reverence
  Eg: He grew up with a sense of veneration for the old man’s preachings.
• offbeat – unconventional
  Eg: The recent trend is to  explore offbeat routes and places.

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