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RATINGS: Sites are rated from 1 owl (good) to a high of 5 owls. Read more- Bangladesh
This site provides a comprehensive overview of the country of Bangladesh. The "Pictorial Tour" leads to images of both urban and rural Bangladesh and brings to life the diversity of the country's landscape and culture. Click on "Music" to hear the Bangladesh national anthem, and other Bangladeshi music. And don't miss the opportunity to learn some words and phrases in Bengali.
- "Bhutan, The Last Shangri-La"
The official site of PBS's series The Living Edens. takes a look at the beautiful world of Bhutan. With breathtaking images and helpful descriptions, this is one of the most informative websites on Bhutan. Topics include Bhutan geography, animal life, and culture.
Land of the Thunder Dragon This section profiles the unique geography of Bhutan.
- Introduction to the Maldives
After experiencing the warm climate and miles of sandy beaches of the Maldives, not even Gilligan and the Skipper would have wanted to go home. In the Indian Ocean south of Sri Lanka, the Maldives comprise nearly 1,200 islands. These secluded paradises are host to beautiful beaches, exotic coral reefs, and a unique cultural past. Fishing and tourism form the backbone of the economy, and the islands are a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers. Here, read about Maldivian history and geography, and view pictures of this small, but fascinating, country.
- South Asia Weather Maps
Raindrops are falling on my head. When the rain starts falling in South Asia, it's best to take cover. The monsoon season of the early summer can drench parts of South Asia with over 1143 centimeters of rainfall. In contrast, the United States had less than 4318 of precipitation in all of last year. Wondering how much rain South Asia had last week? This site provides weekly precipitation maps for the past month.
- World Elephant Polo Association
Sports champions of 2000 include the New York Yankees, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Tiger Tops Tuskers. Wait — who was that last one? The Tiger Tops Tuskers were the champions of the World Elephant Polo Association. Based out of Nepal, the WEPA was formed in 1982 and features 10 teams from around the world. Jump on the WEPA bandwagon now, before it takes the world by storm.Rules of the Game Looking to start a new sport to your school? Here are the rules for elephant polo. Good luck getting those parental permission slips signed.
- Malaria
It destroys red blood cells, causes raging fevers, and can kill. Travelers abroad — particularly in South Asia, Souteast Asia, Ltin America, or Africa — risk contracting malaria, a disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Over 1,200 Americans are infected with malaria every year, and in Africa alone it kills two milllion people annually. Everyone should know the facts about this ancient disease before making an excursion across the world. This WhyFiles website presents the gruesome details of how mosquitoes and the malaria parasite work together to do their deathly work.
- A Visual Journey through the Indian and Nepalese Himalayas
This website presents over 100 fascinating photos taken throughout Nepal, India and more. Sit back with some Indian spiced tea and enjoy images of breathtaking landscapes, mountains, and architecture.
- India Maps
This website provides many different maps of India. Included are maps of India's topography, waterways, geology, road and rail networks, and much more. Also available is an interactive presentation on India with links to other informative sites.
- Pollution Free India
Overcrowded cities, factories, and many other factors contribute to the growing pollution problem in India. Pollution Free India seeks to educate the public about the health concerns associated with pollution and ways citizens can combat pollution to insure a safe and healthy future. The organization's official website includes articles, picture galleries, polls, pollution watches, and much more.
The Geography of South Asia
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