Some people think that cultural traditions may be destroyed when they are used as money-making attractions aimed at tourists. Others believe it is the only way to save these traditions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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There are two Schools of thought regarding cultural
traditions
.
While
some argue that cultural
traditions
might
be deteriorated
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when it is used as a tourist industry, others suggest that
this
is an attempt to preserve these
traditions
, which sounds more valid to me. On the one hand, it can be true that cultural
traditions
can be damaged if it used as a lucrative activity. The reason is local people might
be tend
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to copy the tourists’ behaviour and forget about their culture.
For example
, Istanbul city in Turkey has a lot of tourists but
this
mass of travellers
cause
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some changes in peoples’ costumes
such
as trousers and jeans. Today locals tend to wear shorts and casual
instead
of formal clothes.
Additionally
, governments try to redesign buildings and historical constructions in order to more attractive and eye-catching appearances, resulting in the loss of
traditions
and cultures.
On the other hand
, obviously, the main instruction to retain monuments and cultures is to make money from tourists.
This
way helps
to
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governments to keep
traditions
alive
by
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income
that
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receive
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from visitors.
For instance
, there are a lot of museums in France that attract many
travelers
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around the world. These museums have entrance
fee
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which helps
to
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the
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France’s government
to
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retain their
traditions
by
profit
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from tourists.
Moreover
, governments can build some stores that sell souvenirs that are related to
history
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the history
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of the country,
due to
make
profit
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a profit
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and try to keep
tradition
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the tradition
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alive. In conclusion, the heritage of communities can be lost by foreign people in many ways but every tradition needs to be protected by some instructions and the best way is financial support by travellers.
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coherence cohesion
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Strengthen your arguments by adding more specific examples and details. This will enhance the persuasiveness of your essay.
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Clarify the introduction by presenting the thesis statement more succinctly without using ambiguous phrases such as 'which sounds more valid to me.
coherence cohesion
The introduction and conclusion are present and are contextually appropriate.
task achievement
You have made an effort to provide specific examples, such as the case of Istanbul and France, which add value to your arguments.

Your opinion

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Commercialization
  • Dilution of cultural traditions
  • Authenticity
  • Cultural heritage
  • Revenue
  • Financial support
  • Preservation
  • Promotion
  • Commodification of culture
  • Intrinsic value
  • Exposure
  • Global awareness
  • Respect and understanding
  • Economic gain
  • Local communities
  • Decision-making processes
  • Respectful portrayal
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