It is important for all towns and cities to have large outdoor spaces such as squares and parks. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

It is important for all towns and cities to have large outdoor spaces such as squares and parks. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

IELTS ESSAY OPEN SPACES

Since a past few decades, urban sprawl has resulted in conversion of areas into concrete jungles. This has prompted a lobby of urban town planners to propose establishment of open spaces, in form of squares and parks though there are certain voices of dissent over this.

Creating open spaces would help improve the quality of life of inhabitants of urban locations by much required relief from the suffocating urban landscape dominated by built-up structures, sprawling complexes, skyscrapers, etc. Public squares with views of open skies, and garden laden with greenery also, render a relaxing environment and let the inhabitants experience a healthy distraction from hectic mundane and depressing encounters with concreted areas. This can let people forgo the need to leave cities and towns to seek solace and solitude.   

Moreover, such locations can provide opportunities for not only socializing but also entertaining to  the  otherwise overwhelmed by extremely busy and overburdened with obligations, city and town dwellers. Most are bereft of time and money to  avail facilities offered by more formal settings of clubs, that charge exorbitant amounts. People can simply go to these locations and meeting others at their convenience without needing to pay anything.

However, some critics voice their doubts over such a proposal. They term it as a misuse of land resources in the times when urban locations are facing a deep scarcity of usable land. Taking such a step would only cause an unprecedented increment in the prices. Thus, making it harder for many to afford dwelling units, or offices. This would only fuel urban spread, as they fear.

In conclusion, even though the issue of creating open has descended into senseless squabble. I feel that gardens and public squares can help rejuvenate distressed inhabitants, as well as the city scape.   

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