Connection to History such as Ancient Civilizations http://ncrkhabar.com/blogs/politics-of-shakti INTRODUCTION: Write an introductory paragraph about your destination. Gain the reader’s interest! ________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ POLITICAL: You can write about places to visit to learn about the political system of your destination. Where do their leaders meet? Where are their laws made? Are there any related sites such as war memorials or political monuments? Hint: Think about what is would be like to describe all there is to see and do in Washington, D.C. or Springfield, Illinois Source of this visual: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080328104302.htm Source: http://www.ebibleteacher.com/imagehtml/backgrnd6.html G-SPRITE Related Brochure Content: GEOGRAPHY: What unique geographical features do people come here to experience (ocean, mountains, volcanoes, etc.)? Make sure you cover place/location. How do the people interact with their environment (surf, ski, scuba dive, hike, mountain climb, sun bath, etc.)? What is the climate and weather like in this city/country? Best season/months to visit? SOCIAL: You can describe the society and culture of your destination in this paragraph. What is it like day to day for the people that live in this place? Can you witness their cultural traditions/festivals? RELIGION: Are there any significant religious sites that visitors should see? Are there famous churches, shrines, temples, places for pilgrimages, holy lands, etc? If so, describe them in a religion paragraph. What sites do people come to visit that are connected to the city/country’s past history (distant/ancient past or other, for ex. the pyramids in Giza, Egypt.)? What kinds of connections do these modern day countries have with their past? What are they proud of? SEE the UNESCO World Heritage Cites here!! Ex. Hattusha Ruins from Mesopotamia INTELLECTUAL/IDEAS: You can write about the breakthroughs in ideas, science, the arts, or in thinking/ philosophy associated with your destination (think about describing cultural sites such as museums, theaters or other important institutions). TECHNOLOGY/Inventions: What architecture is this city known for? What inventions or innovations is this city known for? What site related to “T” do tourists often visit in this city? http://nl.photos.com/royalty-free-images/ancient-stairs-from-hattusha-ruinswhich-is-capital-city/154413673 Cultural Identity What do you know about this nations cultural identity? Values? Traditions? What kind of material culture (art, music, food, housing, technology) do they produce? CONCLUSION: Write your final thoughts. For More Information visit: www. (You can list a few key websites here but this is NOT your reference page) ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ World Studies Travel Brochure Your chance to show what you now know about social studies plus about a great location for travelers to go! http://www.socialearth.org/the-true-story-of-how-a-poor-bangladeshi-rickshaw-puller-usedhis-social-entrepreneurship/rickshaw Cultural Diffusion – What other cultures have had an impact on your culture’s society? http://bestdesignoptions.com World Travel Planning Agency Printed on _______, 2014 Name: ____________________ Is it a culturally diverse society? Include elements of multiculturalism found in the country. ________________________________________ WS Period: __________ YOUR TITLE: FUN FACTS: ______________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ MISC. INFORMATION/Interesting or surprising facts.