IELTS Speaking Part 1 – Old Buildings
IELTS Speaking Part 1 – Old Buildings
- Are there any old buildings you want to see in the future? Why?
- Do you prefer living in an old building or a modern house？
- Do you think we should preserve old buildings in cities？
- Have you ever seen old buildings in the city？
Are there any old buildings you want to see in the future? Why?
So, even though I’ve traveled around Korea a bit, I’ve never actually visited the Blue House. It’s like Korea’s version of the White House, and it has such an interesting but controversial history. It was built during the Japanese occupation, which gives it a lot of historical weight. Despite all that, it’s one of the most iconic buildings in Korea, and I want to check it out before I start exploring other countries. If I can make it there this year, maybe before the spring festival, that would be amazing.
Another place on my list is this incredible castle in Europe that I found online. It’s packed with stories, and I’d love to see it within the next five years. And then there are the old churches—I’ve seen one in Amsterdam trending on TikTok because of its stunning architecture. Lastly, there’s Big Ben in London. It just got renovated, and seeing the new version of such an iconic building would be so exciting.
Do you prefer living in an old building or a modern house?
For me, it’s modern houses all the way. Since I work in IT, I’m surrounded by gadgets, and modern houses just work better for that. Old buildings? Their electrical systems are often outdated. I remember once plugging in a few laptops in an old building, and boom—the fuse blew. Not fun.
Then there’s plumbing. Old buildings usually have pipes that are either outdated or unsafe, like lead or rusty copper. In a modern house, you get reliable plumbing, better water systems, and no worries about leaks.
And let’s not forget the structure. I’m a big guy, and whenever I walk on old wooden stairs, they creak like they’re about to give way. It’s not exactly reassuring. Modern houses are built with sturdier materials, so I don’t have to worry about stuff breaking under me. With better electricity, safer plumbing, and stronger construction, modern houses win every time.
Do you think we should preserve old buildings in cities?
I think it depends on the building. If it’s unsafe and doesn’t meet basic safety regulations, then yeah, those should go. But if a building has cultural or historical value, we should absolutely preserve it. Even when we preserve old buildings, we’ve got to make them safer. Updating things like electrical wiring and plumbing can help keep the building functional while still preserving its original look.
In places where natural disasters are common, like China, it’s even more important to secure old buildings worth saving. But for the ones that are falling apart and pose a real danger? It’s better to demolish them before they cause accidents.
Have you ever seen old buildings in the city?
Yeah, I’ve been lucky to study at a university with a lot of history. My current university is about 100 years old, and one of its oldest buildings is around 70 years old. They’ve even got old photographs showing how these buildings were constructed way back, and they’re still at the heart of campus life today.
I’ve also toured other historical schools. A couple of years ago, I visited Cambridge University. That place is insane—it’s older than the Aztec civilization! Some of the buildings there are over 100 years old and still standing strong. Seeing stuff like that really makes you appreciate the connection between history and the present.
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