3E: Describe a Place

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Goal: Describe a Place

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**Vacation Choice: Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, Việt Nam**

**Why we chose it:**

After discussing all the options, we decided to choose **Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary in Việt Nam** for our vacation for several reasons:

1. **Rich History and Culture**: The Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering a deep dive into the ancient Champa civilization. The temples, dating back from the 4th to the 14th century, represent a fascinating blend of Hindu and Southeast Asian influences. As history lovers, we were drawn to the idea of exploring these ruins and learning more about a culture that’s not commonly known outside of the region.

2. **Unique Experience**: While adventure sports and beach parties are fun, we wanted a more unique and immersive experience. The quiet, historical atmosphere at Mỹ Sơn seems perfect for reflecting on ancient architecture and culture, making it a truly once-in-a-lifetime trip.

3. **Natural Beauty**: In addition to the historical sites, Mỹ Sơn is located in a picturesque valley surrounded by lush green mountains. The setting itself is serene, adding an extra layer of tranquility and peace to the trip.

4. **Less Commercialized**: Compared to the tourist-heavy beaches of Brazil or New Zealand’s adventure activities, Mỹ Sơn offers a quieter, more authentic experience, where we can avoid large crowds and immerse ourselves fully in the destination.

**In Summary**: While New Zealand's adventure sports and Brazil’s lively beaches are exciting choices, we opted for Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary for its historical significance, cultural value, and serene natural surroundings. It’s the perfect destination for anyone wanting to explore history, culture, and beauty in one trip.

Writing skills: Conjunctions - Because and So

1. Action + because + reason

Tourists come to New Zealand because it has an amazing countryside.

Every summer, people go camping in Scotland because it's relaxing and cheap.

2. Reason + so + action

Angkor Wat is a famous place in Cambodia, so thousands of tourists visit it every day.

The coast of Bahia is 685 miles long, so you can always find a quiet beach.

Note: Remember to put a comma before the conjunction so.

Example:

1. Venice is popular with tourists because it's a beautiful old city surrounded by water.

2. In Japan, the trains are fast so you can travel quickly between cities.

3. New Orleans is crowded in March because the festival of Mardi Gras is during that month.

4. In some parts of Norway, it is dark for 20 hours a day in the winter so visitors should go in the summer.

5. Mexico City has amazing museums so it's perfect if you love history.

6. A lot of people visit Peru every year because it has interesting places and delicious food.

Goal Check: Describe a Place

One place I would love to visit is Kyoto, Japan. Kyoto is famous for its beautiful temples, serene gardens, and traditional tea houses. You should definitely visit the stunning Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its thousands of red torii gates. If you're there in spring or autumn, you should also try to catch the seasonal festivals like Kiyomizu-dera's Cherry Blossom Festival or the Gion Matsuri. Kyoto is the perfect place for relaxation because of its peaceful atmosphere, especially in the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and by the Kamo River. The city is also known for delicious food, so you should try kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) and matcha-flavored sweets. Kyoto’s mix of history, culture, and natural beauty makes it an unforgettable destination that offers something for everyone. It’s the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy a slower, more mindful pace of life.

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