Landscapes & Nature
This phrase describes the natural areas around a town or village.
surrounding countryside
A view without anything blocking what you see.
uninterrupted view
A beach that is quiet, private, and far from crowds.
secluded beach
Old streets paved with small stones.
cobbled streets
A place where it is dangerous to go.
no-go areas
Mountains that look very tall and dramatic.
mountains towering
A view that covers a wide area of the landscape.
panoramic view
A beach with soft, light-colored sand.
golden sands
An area where nature or old buildings are protected.
conservation area
Areas with poor living conditions and poverty.
deprived areas
A landscape described as wild, cold, and without much vegetation.
bleak landscape
Scenery that is extremely impressive and beautiful.
breathtaking scenery
Natural areas that are clean and untouched by humans.
unspoilt countryside
Stores that are expensive and aimed at wealthy customers.
upmarket shops
Buildings that are old, damaged, and in bad condition.
run-down buildings
A forest that has very thick trees growing close together.
dense forest
When a curve in the road reveals something new to the eyes.
rounded a bend
A small river that curves repeatedly as it moves.
stream winds
Tall apartment buildings with many floors.
high-rise flats
Land inside a city that is abandoned and empty.
urban wasteland
A journey where you follow a marked walkway through natural areas.
followed a path
To notice something for a moment from a distance.
caught a glimpse of
A landscape that is calm, quiet, and peaceful.
tranquil/peaceful countryside
A city that spreads out over a very large area.
sprawling city
Streets or areas covered with rubbish everywhere.
strewn with litter