VOICED : El rico patrimonio de Nepal devastado por el terremoto

The video discusses the destruction of famous temples in Kathmandu due to a major earthquake. It highlights the cultural significance of these sites to the local community and the ongoing efforts to preserve and restore them. Volunteers are working tirelessly under challenging conditions to clean and save what remains. Despite the devastation, there is optimism about reconstruction, leveraging the stability of stone sculptures over bricks. Kathmandu has a history of resilience, having survived a more powerful earthquake in 1934, and hopes to rise again from the rubble.

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Kathmandu on April 25?

• 7.0

• 6.5

• 7.8

• 8.2

Why are the heritage sites in Kathmandu significant to the local community?

• They are only tourist attractions.

• They are the heart of the local community.

• They are modern architectural wonders.

• They are used for commercial purposes.

What is being done to preserve the damaged heritage sites?

• They are being ignored.

• They are being converted into modern buildings.

• They are being demolished.

• Efforts are made to save important objects and historical bricks.

What materials are considered more stable for reconstruction?

• Stone sculptures

• Glass

• Wood

• Bricks

How has Kathmandu demonstrated resilience in the face of earthquakes?

• By relying solely on international aid.

• By ignoring past disasters.

• By planning to move the city.

• By rebuilding after a more powerful earthquake in 1934.