S and SE Asia Vocab

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Barren plateau of southern Mongolia and Northern China

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Gobi

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Large mountain range in southern Asia

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Himalayans

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The Great Wall of China was built for protection against nomad invaders.

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Temple in Cambodia partially destroyed in 1431

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Angkor Wat

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Harbor wave, also known as a tidal wave, are huge destructive waves often seen in Japan.

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Tsunami

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A wind in the Indian Ocean and Southern Asia causing heavy rains.

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monsoon

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Religion based on Buddha's teachings; promotes enlightenment.

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Buddhism

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World's oldest major religion; believes in Brahman.

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Hinduism

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Major holiday in India celebrated by Hindus.

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Diwali

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Religion honoring "the way of kami"; kami is the source of life.

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Shinto