ASIA 3 Flashcards
Ranked the second-most
populous country in the
world AND the first country to
mine diamonds.
India
seen as the “Jewel in the Crown” of
the British Empire
India
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.
Mohammad
Gandhi
The world’s highest
mountain range
the Himalaya
in the Indian culture, is considered to
be a Holy animal
COW
CAPITAL OF INDIA
NEW DEHLI
The world’s tallest
brick building is
located in Delhi
the Qutb Minar
POPULAR CITIES OF INDIA
Mumbai
Jaipur
Jodhpur
Known as “Pink City” and Paris of India
Jaipur
the most expensive hotel in the
world
The Raj Mahal Palace Hotel
Blue City and Known for the rare breed of
horses known as Marwari or
Malani, which are only
found here.
JODHPUR
one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It was named after Mumtaz Mahal, who was the favorite wife of Shah Jahan
Taj Mahal
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
RED FORT
The most important religious place to
the Sikhs. It is here that Sage Valmiki wrote the epic, Ramayana
GOLDEN TEMPLE
known as “the tropical paradise”
Maldives
the predominant religion in the Maldives
Islam
It is the biggest city and the capital of the Maldives.
Male
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
Hulhumale
Popular cities in maldives
Hulhumale
Addu
originally meant “woman’s face”. The island, seen from above, today has a shape that reminds of a heart
ALIMATHAA
the World’s Flattest Country
Maldives
Maldives’ National Tree
The Coconut Tree
“The blessed Island” Is a pear-shaped small island in the Indian Ocean
Sri Lanka.
The current capital of Sri Lanka
Colombo
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
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
A multi-purpose tower that serves as a broadcasting tower, a tourist attraction, and a shopping and dining destination.
COLOMBO LOTUS TOWER
symbolizes purity and enlightment in Buddhist culture.
Lotus Flower
A wildlife sanctuary located in the southeast of Sri Lanka.
Second-largest national park in the country
Yala National Park
A Buddhist temple located in the city of Kandy that houses the tooth of the relic.
TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH RELIC
Means “lion’s blood” and the lion is the central image on the national flag.
Sinhala
the country of the Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak in the world, and the Birthplace of Gautama Buddha- Lumbini
Nepal
The capital and major urban city of Nepal.
kathmandu
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
Most Popular Cities IN NEPAL
Patan
Pokhara
the birthplace of the Buddha
LUMBINI
This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to a wide range of wildlife, including tigers, rhinoceroses, and elephants.
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
Nepal has a unique flag
triangular flag
