It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about other cultures. We can learn from books, films and internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

There is no clear consensus about what the most favourable way of exploring a

culture

is. While I admit that travelling can offer enormous benefits, it should not mean other means

such

as books, movies and the Internet are less important. Travel is an outstanding vehicle for proactive learning about a country’s traditions and customs. It is true that only by getting immersed in the

culture

and getting

first

-hand cultural experiences can visitors have long-lasting memories about and insight into the

culture

. To illustrate, participating in local festivals and religious events is one of the unique and unrivalled experiences between locals and visitors is what makes travelling stand out in terms of understanding

culture

. Whether it is staying with a local family or running into unanticipated conflicts with them, visitors would definitely acquire valuable and memorable lessons

such

as why certain types of behaviour should be avoided for a later happy return. Books, the mass media and the net are

also

a great source for those who are keen on learning about cultures. Numerous websites or blogs about

culture

, either in textual and visual forms are never a rarity. Plus, ever since travel

vloggers gained

Accept comma addition

bloggers, gained

bloggers gained

their popularity, they not only have captured the imagination of the audience, but

also

offers lively and authentic experiences through their carefully prepared videos, sparing armchair tourists the need to travel in person. Movies and documentaries are a useful medium for raising cultural awareness, too. These sources of information are absorbing since the element of entertainment is incorporated and distinctive aspects of a

culture

are more dully covered. In conclusion,

although

learning about the traditions and customs of other cultures through books, films and the internet are effective and convenient ways, I believe that travelling to see directly them would have its own impacts on visitors’ experiences.