Pentascienze - La rivista scientifica dell’IIS “G. B. Pentasuglia”
MATERA, GREEN EXPECTATIONS We are a group of students of IIS G.B. PENTASUGLIA in Matera. We interviewed some tourists in order to find out their opinions about our city, as we were curious to know their thoughts and impressions.
Ferenc: We have been here for two days, and I think Matera is a green city; my expectations have been totally satisfied. Interviewer: Which aspects of your country would you like to find in Matera? Would you prefer to see more green areas and parks?
Is there a better way than asking foreign people for advice on how to improve our city?
Margit: Yes, we saw a lot of green areas in Matera, like parks, gardens, squares that have an important recreational aim, since people can spend their time in outdoor activities and make their lives healthier.
Here are some interviews that we have also filmed: has Matera satisfied tourists’ expectation or were they disappointed by our city?
Furthermore, I wish I had found a better organization of public transports.
Tourist of the 2nd interview: Vanida (Thailand) Interviewer: Do you consider Matera a city interested in the environment? Vanida: Comparing with the most modern towns, I think it is a clean and modern place where to live. Interviewer: Compared with Thailand, have you found more green areas? Vanida: I think Matera is improving in managing its environmental impact.
Tourist of the 3rd interview: Piotr (Poland) Interviewer: What were your expectations on Matera?
Tourists of the 1st interview: Ferenc and Margit (Hungary)
Piotr: I’m really surprised about Matera; it is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen. I had no expectations but I think it has stunning views.
Interviewer: Have you expected more green areas in this town, famous for its history and cultural heritage?
Interviewer: As regards green areas, what are the differences between Matera and Krakow?
Ferenc: No, I guess the landscape is green enough and it is very beautiful, I like it.
Piotr: My city is very old too; but I think Matera is a clean city whose inhabitants take care of the environment and the green areas. Parks are wellkept places where children can play, adults can go running or walking.
Interviewer: What were your expectations on the landscape?
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