EY Y04 L23 London

  1. There are many famous landmarks and tourist attractions in London. Name one. Tell us three facts about it.
  2. Have you ever been there? If so, how was it? If not, would you like to go there? Why?
  3. London is the capital city of the United Kingdom. How do you think life in London is similar to life in Japan's capital, Tokyo?
  4. London is one of Europe's largest cities. It is a very exciting place with a rich history and it is very popular with tourists. Would you like to live in London? Why? If you have lived there before, tell us a little about your time there.
  5. While London does experience four separate seasons, light showers and cloudy skies are prevalent throughout the year. When do you think would be the best time of year to visit if you were planning a vacation in London?
  6. If you were planning a three-day trip to London, what would you like to do while you were there?

Question 1

I am fascinated with St. Paul's Cathedral. I've only seen it in architectural history books. Originally it was a Gothic-designed church but after the Great Fire, it was rebuilt by Sir Cristopher Wren in English Baroque style. It has a majestic dome and up until the 2oth century, it was the tallest building on the city skyline.

Question 2

I have never been anywhere in London but I would definitely like to visit one day. There are so many landmarks to visit and I think it would be a great cultural experience.

Question 3

My impression of capital cities is that people always live fast-paced lives. They can conveniently go to shops and restaurants but it comes with a price because the living cost will be higher than in other areas.

Question 4

I have a friend who works as an accountant in London. She seems to enjoy the lifestyle there. Living there might be a good experience but I can't imagine myself living there long-term. As much as possible I want to live somewhere in Asia so that I can easily go home to the Philippines if I get extremely homesick.

Question 5

Perhaps late spring is a great time to visit London. I've read that it's one of the peak tourist seasons so flights and hotel prices will certainly reflect the surge. However, if you are traveling as a tourist why not splurge and enjoy the most out of it?

Question 6

I will visit several architectural landmarks and visit some Harry Potter filming locations. I'm a huge Potter fan and would put Platform 9 3/4: Kings Cross Station on top of my list. I'd also like to see a famous commercial tower, St Mary Axe (The Gherkin). It was designed by a world-renowned firm and I'm curious to see the interior spaces.

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