TASK 2 IELTS

Some people say that you can learn more about another country by watching television programmes and films about it than by visiting it.How true is this statement? Is there anything you can learn about another country by visiting it that you cannot learn by watching programmes and films about it?Some people feel that we are living in a digital world know where all the information is available through mass media such as television programmes and films about another country's cultures then there is no point to visit those places physically. In my opinion, documentary videos are shown on TV and films can be used as a source of information about different cultures but traveling to other places to learn about the culture in there helps you to get a deeper insight into cultural diversity in this place.It is undeniable that people can easily learn the traditions and cultural norms through different documentary videos and movies which are a good source of information as they cover different aspects of culture in visual form and one gets absorbed in it while watching. For example, Indian culture gained in popularity in western countries due to different Bollywood movies revealing the customs and way of living of people residing in different cities like Gujarat, Rajhistan, Kashmir and so on. As a consequence, people can broaden their horizons about various cultural uniqueness around the world without the need to travel.On the other hand, I strongly believe that culture can be exactly understood when someone physically travels this place. TV channels and films focus on the cultural identity of other countries do not cover all the aspects and provide limited information and physical presence is instrumental to observe and instill and traditional values into yourself. Cultural values and traditions are best analyzed when we live with them and participate in their festivals, religious gatherings, and other events. In addition, someone can truly admire and appreciate indigenous culture when they mingle with them.In conclusion, I personally feel that travel to other countries for experiencing the culture richness brings a wide range of benefits to your knowledge than staying at home to find new things about social culture on TV programmes and films.