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China Vista: The Temple of Heaven Map

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a travel site that tells the location and significance of the Temple of Heaven.
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Article
Other

China Travel: Temple of Heaven (Tiantan)

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives background information about the Temple and its significance in Chinese culture.
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Other

Tour of the Forbidden City

For Students 9th - 10th
This photo slide tour offers images of important sites within the Forbidden City and historical information regarding the images shown.
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University of California

Ucla: Manas: Taj Mahal

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has several photos as well as a history of the Taj Mahal.
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Terra Cotta Warriors of the Qin Dynasty

For Students 9th - 10th
Site describes the clay army the first Chinese emperor Qin Shihuangdi ordered to be made in order to protect him in the afterlife.
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Article
Buddha Dharma Education Association

Buddha Net: Bodh Gaya Place of Enlightenment

For Students 9th - 10th
A profile of the Bodh Gaya, the place where Gautama Buddha attained unsurpassed, supreme Enlightenment, and the pilgrimage site there, the Maha Bodhi Temple.
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Other

Temple Net: Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneshwar

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive article details the history and use of the Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneshwar. Contains an image of the temple as well.
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Other

The Gallery of Hagia Sophia

For Students 9th - 10th
Talks about the three galleries located on the northern, southern, and western sides of the Hagia Sophia. Offers details on the construction and architectural commentary.
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Other

Travel China guide.com: History of the Great Wall

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a brief history of the Great Wall of China, and find out about the building of sections of the wall.
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Article
Islami City

Islami City: Taj Mahal, Agra, India

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a picture of the Taj Mahal as well as information regarding the construction of the building.
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Handout
University of Chicago

University of Chicago: Persepolis

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago provides a detailed site focused on the ancient Persian city Persepolis, famed for its great wealth and beauty.
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Study Guide
University of Chicago

Persepolis and Ancient Iran Persepolis Terrace

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of the palace built by Darius designed to be the seat of government and important celebrations: Has links to view pictures of various aspects of the palace.
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Handout
University of California

Ucla: Manas: Ajanta

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of Ajanta and the cave temples which have been excavated there.
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Handout
Other

Regent Tour China: Sights & Attractions: Forbidden City

For Students 9th - 10th
This site works as a visitors' guide for the Forbidden City, but it also provides history and statistics.
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Other

Odissi.com/bhubaneswar

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of Bhubaneswar and the notable number of shrines and temples that can be found there.
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Other

Temple Net: Sun Temples in India

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains an overview of the Sun Temple at Konarak, Orissa, that includes a brief history and description of the structure. Contains an image. Also has short descriptions of other "Sun Temples" in India.
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Other

Alison's Wonderland: Tour of Forbidden City

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is a gallery of pictures with text, kind of like a tour. There are many good pictures and explanations about the Forbidden City. Follow the "tour" by clicking NEXT under the pictures.
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Other

Tashkent: Samarkand: The Gem of the East

For Students 9th - 10th
This review of the Central Asian city discusses its cultural influence and the influence of such rulers as Timur.
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Other

Beijing: The Temple of Heaven

For Students 9th - 10th
Very descriptive article with historical and physical information on the Temple.
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Other

Taj mahal.org: Taj Mahal

For Students 9th - 10th
A series of short articles on the famous historical landmark in India. Includes a history, interesting facts and legends, tourist information and more.
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W. W. Norton

W. W. Norton & Company: Stupa at Sanchi: C. 1st Century a.d.

For Students 9th - 10th
Photograph of the Stupa at Sanchi.
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Primary
Other

Connected Globe: The Great Wall

For Students 9th - 10th
A personal account of someone's visit to the Great Wall of China. Features great pictures of the wall.
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NASA

Nasa: Great Wall of China From Space

For Students 9th - 10th
Proof that you can see the Great Wall from space, but you can't see it from the moon.