Please read the vocabulary lesson at your natural speed, though it should not be too fast so that I could hear what you speak naturally and imitate yours.
Describe a building that you know
What is it used for?
When did you first see it?
How does it make you feel?
I’m pleased you’ve asked me this question because I’m fascinated by architecture. I love old buildings and think that in the past we used to create much more interesting buildings than we do today. I feel that architecture has actually taken a step backwards. Profit is the most important thing nowadays so developers build buildings as quickly and as cheaply as possible with no care for durability or aesthetics. One of the most iconic buildings in the world for many years has been the Empire State Building in New York. The soaring Art Deco skyscraper was for decades the tallest structure on Earth and it has featured in countless photographs, newsreels and feature films (including, of course King Kong). It stood as the world's tallest building for more than forty years, from its completion in 1931 until construction of the Centre’s North Tower was completed in 1972. Following the destruction of the World Trade Centre in 2001, the Empire State Building once again became the tallest building in New York City and New York State. I first saw this building in films and vowed that one day I would visit it. In 1999 I went on a trip to New York with my mum and sister and one of the highlights of our trip was going to the top of the Empire State Building at night. The view over Manhattan was amazing and I felt like I was in a Cary Grant film. The whole of the skyline was illuminated. In 2004 I went to New York again, this time with my husband, and we made a point of going to see this building again. As far as I am aware the building is used as offices. I am not entirely sure what businesses actually work there. Because it is such an iconic building and has been used in so many photographs, films etc. it is an extremely popular tourist attraction. I remember on both occasions that I went to see this building there were long queues. I have to say though that it was well worth the wait.
Thank you so much for helping me! I'm curious about the building you like most in your country. Personally, I like the historical architecture of the Capitol Hill Building and the White House.