Asia
The Land
The land of Asia goes as far north as the Arctic
Circle. Parts of Russia are very cold all year round. Throughout
Asia the land has some of the longest rivers and many mountain ranges.
Asia has the highest point on
Earth in the Himalayan Mountains and it is called
Mount Everest. In the western part of Asia is the Dead Sea which
is the lowest point on earth. The continent goes to the Indian Ocean
where it is warm and tropical. Many islands are part of Asia and
are in the Pacific Ocean.
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The Great Wall of China
Mount Everest in the Himalayan Mountains
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The Tajmahal in Indian
A Rice Paddy in Vietnam
Rice is a very important food for many people
in Asia.
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The buildings in China have roof
tops that curve up on the ends. This is done to keep the evil spirits
from entering a home or building.
All the main religions of the world began in
Asia. Among the most famous is Buddhism.
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A Buddha in China
The People
Asia has more people than any other continent.
In fact, 2 out of every 3 people on Earth live in Asia. The 48 countries
all have very different cultures and beliefs. The land has many different
religions and languages. Some countries are rich with oil and other
things they sell to the world. Others are more simple and farm animals
and rice.
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These are children of China.
The girl on the left is wearing a native costume .
The children on the right are going to school
in Hong Kong.
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A young girl carrying rice
in Vietnam.
A Muslim woman of Iraq
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A Sumo Wrestler in Japan
The Animals
The animals of Asia are
very special. One of the most famous is the Panda which is found
only in Asia.
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The Panda
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The Snow Leopard
The Tiger Did you know he could Swim?
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The Komodo Dragon
An Asian Eagle
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The Orangutan is a lot like
a human.
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