Mapungubwe Flashcards
Where did Arab traders sail?
Arab traders sailed down the African Coast and across the Indian Ocean to India and China in small sailing boats called Dhows
What did they exchange from Africa,China,India
Africa - Ivory and Gold China - Glass beads, imported glazed pottery India - Fine cotton cloth
African groups living - East Coast
Absorbed the Muslim religion and culture
What is Swahili
It is mixture of African and Arab languages
What is the Monsoon winds
It is a wind that blows from India to Africa for about half the year and then changes direction
How long did the journey take
It took about 3 weeks
Arabs
People from North Africa and Middle East. Most are Muslims
What did people on foot carry to trade?
They carried gold and ivory to the coast
What did they follow to the coast?
They followed trade roots to the coast
What were their dangers that they face Down?
They faced wild animals and enemies of their king
What would they do if they passed through land?
They would have to give some of their goods to the king of that land to pass through
What is a world Heritage Site?
It is a place that is special and important to all people. It is chosen by the United Nations
When was Mapungubwe made a World Heritage Site?
It was made a World Heritage Site in 2003
How many world heritage sites are there in 137 different countries
There are 812
