| THINK! What do you know about Hồ Chí Minh City? 1 Which street is the leaflet about? 2 When were the landmarks built or installed? 3 What style is each building? 4 Where is the visitor centre and what can you see there? 5 Where can you buy some wonderful souvenirs? | HỒ CHÍ MINH CITY LANDMARKS | | The Central Post Office | | Located in the heart of the city, at 2 Công Xã Paris Street, District 1, the Central Post Office was built between 1886 and 1891, and it is still a working post office today. This magnificent building is a perfect example of Gothic and Renaissance styles. Visitors can admire its grand interior with complex metalwork, and a vast collection of antique telephones and stamps. It's also a great place to purchase unique souvenirs, including postcards and stamps. For those who want to learn more about the history and significance of Hồ Chí Minh City landmarks, the visitor centre located near the entrance of the Central Post Office is well worth a visit. Here, you can find information about the buildings' construction, as well as maps and brochures that will help you explore the area. | | The Notre Dame Cathedral | | Just a short walk across the Central Post Office, you'll find the Notre Dame Cathedral, another must-see landmark It was built in the late 19th century, and is considered one of the most beautiful examples of neo-Romanesque architecture in Southeast Asia. The cathedral has the twin bell towers that reach a height of about 58 metres. Looking up, visitors can marvel at the stunning stained-glass windows and beautiful carvings. The cathedral can accommodate up to 1,200 worshippers. It's also a popular spot for photographers, as the stunning façade of the cathedral makes for a perfect backdrop. | | 
2 Study the key phrases and find them in the text. | KEY PHRASES | | Describing a building ... is one of ... buildings. Look right/left/up/down. The ... was built / installed in It is located in / near... ... is well worth a visit. | Language point: Prepositions and adverbs of place 3 Study the table. Then add the words in blue from the texts to the table. | Direction | Location | | left down around | next to under there | 4 USE IT! Follow the steps in the Writing Guide. | WRITING GUIDE | | A TASK Write a section of a tourist information leaflet (100-120 words) for a building in your city or a city you know. B THINK AND PLAN 1 Where is it located? 2 When was it built? 3 What style is it? 4 Is there anything interesting to see inside /outside the building? 5 What is the history of the building? C WRITE Use your notes from B to write a first draft of your tourist information leaflet. D CHECK • passive forms • key phrases • adverbs and prepositions of place | |
