Ken SumidaI like Dunedin. As you know, there is Scottish architecture here. Two years ago, I went to Hamilton, which is the fourth largest city in NZ. Although Hamilton is quite a nice city, its scenery is totally different to Dunedin. What can distinguish Dunedin from Hamilton? In my speculation, the answer is the Scottish architecture. Coincidentally, the day before I took an IELTS test, I handled a task 2 regarding historical buildings. I'm wondering if I've been destined to talk about historical buildings and so from now on I'd like to introduce my ideas about Dunedin's fabulous architecture which ignites my curiosity.
Historical architecture is believed to hold its own value. Many historical buildings wouldn't be preserved, if they hadn't been seen as priceless for societies. In particular, I've focused on historical architecture's role in shaping local people's identity. Basically, people tend to identify themselves by the utilization of things relating to them. Historical architecture can be a symbol. For Example, Big Ben is an icon of London and it can be assumed that people probably recall it, when they imagine London. Needless to say, there has been a strong tie between Big Ben and London.
Likewise, Scottish buildings in Dunedin have the identical function. They were established as a result of the gold rush. Immigrants have historically spent both their enjoyable and harsh lives through the buildings. For immigrants, historical buildings are their treasures handed down from one generation to another. Looking at the Clock Tower, apparently the University of Otago has used it to stress its history and tradition. That is, it emphasizes that it is the oldest university in NZ and as such has academic value. The university would have difficulty conveying the image which it wants to convey, if it were not for this marvellous building. In my opinion, the Clock Tower can convey the positive image of the University to both prospective and current students.
Historical architecture is believed to hold its own value. Many historical buildings wouldn't be preserved, if they hadn't been seen as priceless for societies. In particular, I've focused on historical architecture's role in shaping local people's identity. Basically, people tend to identify themselves by the utilization of things relating to them. Historical architecture can be a symbol. For Example, Big Ben is an icon of London and it can be assumed that people probably recall it, when they imagine London. Needless to say, there has been a strong tie between Big Ben and London.
Likewise, Scottish buildings in Dunedin have the identical function. They were established as a result of the gold rush. Immigrants have historically spent both their enjoyable and harsh lives through the buildings. For immigrants, historical buildings are their treasures handed down from one generation to another. Looking at the Clock Tower, apparently the University of Otago has used it to stress its history and tradition. That is, it emphasizes that it is the oldest university in NZ and as such has academic value. The university would have difficulty conveying the image which it wants to convey, if it were not for this marvellous building. In my opinion, the Clock Tower can convey the positive image of the University to both prospective and current students.
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