Sample Essay: Maps - 9 | Writing for Academic IELTS PDF Download

Q. The two maps below show an island, before and after the construction of some tourist facilities.

Sample Answer:

• Both maps display an island, before and after it was developed for tourism.
• The island is approximately 250 metres long, has palm trees dotted around it, is surrounded by ocean and has a beach to the west. Over the period, the island was completely transformed with the addition of a hotel and a pier; however, the eastern part of the island appears to have been left undeveloped.
• The most noticeable additions are the hotel rooms. 6 buildings, surrounding some trees, have been built in the west of the island and 9 buildings have been constructed in the centre of the island.  Between the two accommodation areas, a reception building and a restaurant have been developed.
• A pier has also been built on the south coast of the island, allowing yachts access to the resort. Apart from the trees, the beach remains the only natural feature to remain relatively untouched; however, it does appear that it is now used for swimming.