ASIA 3 Flashcards

(38 cards)

1
Q

Ranked the second-most
populous country in the
world AND the first country to
mine diamonds.

A

India

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2
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seen as the “Jewel in the Crown” of
the British Empire

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India

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3
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was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India’s independence from British rule.

A

Mohammad
Gandhi

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4
Q

The world’s highest
mountain range

A

the Himalaya

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5
Q

in the Indian culture, is considered to
be a Holy animal

A

COW

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6
Q

CAPITAL OF INDIA

A

NEW DEHLI

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7
Q

The world’s tallest
brick building is
located in Delhi

A

the Qutb Minar

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8
Q

POPULAR CITIES OF INDIA

A

Mumbai
Jaipur
Jodhpur

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9
Q

Known as “Pink City” and Paris of India

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Jaipur

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10
Q

the most expensive hotel in the
world

A

The Raj Mahal Palace Hotel

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11
Q

Blue City and Known for the rare breed of
horses known as Marwari or
Malani, which are only
found here.

A

JODHPUR

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12
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one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It was named after Mumtaz Mahal, who was the favorite wife of Shah Jahan

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Taj Mahal

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13
Q

Also called Lal Qalʿ
ah, it was home
to emperors of the formidable
Mughal dynasty for almost 200
years, until 1857 when the British
took over

A

RED FORT

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14
Q

The most important religious place to
the Sikhs. It is here that Sage Valmiki wrote the epic, Ramayana

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GOLDEN TEMPLE

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15
Q

known as “the tropical paradise”

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Maldives

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16
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the predominant religion in the Maldives

17
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It is the biggest city and the capital of the Maldives.

18
Q

an artificial island in the Maldives located south of the North Male Atoll, and it is most famous amongst tourists who arrive in the Maldives

19
Q

Popular cities in maldives

A

Hulhumale
Addu

20
Q

originally meant “woman’s face”. The island, seen from above, today has a shape that reminds of a heart

21
Q

the World’s Flattest Country

22
Q

Maldives’ National Tree

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The Coconut Tree

23
Q

“The blessed Island” Is a pear-shaped small island in the Indian Ocean

24
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The current capital of Sri Lanka

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a city located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. Second-largest city in the country after Colombo and is known for its cultural and historical significance. Also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
KANDY
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UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also known as the Lion Rock. An ancient rock fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
SIGIRIYA
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A multi-purpose tower that serves as a broadcasting tower, a tourist attraction, and a shopping and dining destination.
COLOMBO LOTUS TOWER
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symbolizes purity and enlightment in Buddhist culture.
Lotus Flower
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A wildlife sanctuary located in the southeast of Sri Lanka. Second-largest national park in the country
Yala National Park
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A Buddhist temple located in the city of Kandy that houses the tooth of the relic.
TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH RELIC
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Means "lion's blood" and the lion is the central image on the national flag.
Sinhala
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the country of the Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak in the world, and the Birthplace of Gautama Buddha- Lumbini
Nepal
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The capital and major urban city of Nepal.
kathmandu
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known for its ancient temples, palaces, and art. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is famous for its intricate metalwork, stone carving, and wood carving.
Patan
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Most Popular Cities IN NEPAL
Patan Pokhara
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the birthplace of the Buddha
LUMBINI
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This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to a wide range of wildlife, including tigers, rhinoceroses, and elephants.
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
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Nepal has a unique flag
triangular flag