1. Please describe your hometown a little?

What is your town well-known for?

Do you like your home town?

Please describe your hometown a little?

Well, Delhi is the capital of India and by far the largest city in the country. It's a lively and exciting city with something for everyone to enjoy. In my opinion, one of the best things about Delhi is the food. There are so many different types of dishes to try, from traditional Indian food to international flavors. The streets are packed with food stalls and restaurants. Plus, living in Delhi is never boring as the city offers a wide variety of entertainment options. There's always so much to see and do here. For example, there are festivals and events happening throughout the year, like Lohri, Dilli ke Pakwan, and many other festivals that are not unique to Delhi specifically. I mean those that are celebrated throughout the country. Delhi is also a great place to shop. There are lots of shopping districts, like Connaught Place, Karol Bagh, and Chandni Chowk, where you can find everything from. designer brands to handmade crafts. Finally, due to its rich history and cultural attractions, including temples and other landmarks like the Red Fort, the India Gate, and the Qutub Minar, Dehi is a popular destination for tourists.

What is your city famous for?

Ludhiana is known as the industrial capital of Punjab and is often referred to as the 'Manchester of India' due to its flourishing textile manufacturing sector. The city is well-known for its expertise in producing a wide range of high-quality textiles, including knitted clothing, woven garments, fabrics for home furnishings, and other textile products.

Tell me a little about yo your hometown?

I live in Ludhiana, the largest and most populous city in Punjab, India. Also, it's a key industrial center in Northern India and greatly contributes to the state's economy. The city is situated on the banks of the Sutlej River, approximately 310 kilometers northwest of New Delhi, the capital city. My hometown has two distinct parts: the old city, also known as the walled city, and the new city. The old city has narrow streets, lively markets, and historical landmarks, while the new city has modern infrastructure, wide roads, shopping malls, and residential complexes.

2. Is that a big city or a small place?

Ludhiana is the largest city in the state of Punjab. Its total land area is slightly bigger than 300 square kilometres, which accounts for approximately one-fifth of the total land area of London, and which is around half the size of Mumbai, the largest city in India. So it takes the title of the largest city in Punjab not because it matches the scale of global metropolises, but because the other cities in Punjab are comparatively smaller. Another way for you to get an idea of Ludhiana's size is to compare it to other well-known cities. For instance, it's smaller than Venice, Italy, but it's bigger than Edinburgh, Scotland.

3. How long have you been living there?

Well, I've been living there since I was born. At times I leave the city just for a while when I go on holidays.

4. Do you think you will continue living there for a long time?

Every time an opportunity to move to a different place turns up, I come to realise that I want to be here above everywhere else as the city is rich in everything you could possibly desire. There are lots of things to do and places to go. What is most important for me is that X is the city of infinite possibilities for ambitious and career-driven people like me as a lot of large international companies have chosen it for their headquarters.

5. Would you like to live in the countryside in the future?

Have you ever lived in the countryside?

Do you ever spend time in the countryside?

What is the difference between living in the countryside and the city?

Would you like to live in the countryside in the future?

Oh no! Not until I retire! I'm only 25 and dreaming of a high-flying career, but I'm afraid that living in the countryside will leave my career in tatters. Besides, I'm a very active and sociable person, so I think I will be bored to death being deprived of an active social life and abundance of entertainment options a big city provides.

What is the difference between living in the countryside and the city?

I guess that the most striking difference is that in the countryside there isn't much traffic even during rush hours. Again, as there are fewer vehicles emitting exhaust fumes, rural areas are nowhere near as polluted as urban ones. So the air is definitely fresher. This is why it's highly likely that people living in the country live longer. However, there may be a number of people who won't appreciate these benefits as there aren't many opportunities for professional growth and the choice of facilities is limited.

6. What do people living in the countryside like to do?

What do you like to do in the countryside?

There's generally not much to do in the countryside, especially in the winter, so I'm sure the majority of young people like to chat with their friend online or play computer games. They may also like to get together in order to play football, ride bicycles or explore the surroundings. This is because if children are not glued to their devices, they usually have active pastime. The more adventurous, the better again, as the number of recreational facilities is severely limited in the countryside, it seems to me that the most popular activity with adults is having barbeque parties or just chatting with their neighbors over the fence.

7. How has your town changed over the last 20 years?

Oh, I would say it has undergone sweeping changes 'cause those who haven't been there for a long time can hardly recognize it. First of all, the general quality of the city landscape has improved, so it's way more beautiful now. For instance, many ancient buildings have been restored and modern ones have been erected. Therefore, it has turned into a remarkable tourist attraction.

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