So,
where in the world is the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent?
Locate India and Pakistan on a globe or in an atlas to see where they are in relation to where you live.
Want to see where these countries are in the continent of Asia?
Now check an introduction to
the two neighbors in, "The World Book Online" Encyclopedia
Embark on colorful journey through the
streets and markets of the subcontinent. See the ancient historical attractions?
"Lonely Planet" offers you this and much more about the rich culture
and hospitable people. You even get beautiful slides to share with friends and
family back home. So pack your bags and grab your passport because you are about
to catch the next flight to
| Destination Pakistan | |
| Destination India! |
Want to see it all on one page? Side by side and all together?
You can get it here. Pictures of the founders, the leaders, the politicians, the
flags and even the national flowers, right next to each other in
| Two
Nations-One Culture |
Feeling nostalgic?
Take a walk down memory lane and enter
the 1940's:
| India Turns 50: The Times Looks Back |
This amazing New York Times site offers you the rare opportunity to read about
key events on India's road to independence from 1947 till 1997.
The Photo Gallery gives you a look at photos that capture historic moments in
India's past.
This special issue also has a compilation of articles about Pakistan's 50th
anniversary as well as links to sites about the culture and government of the
region.
Time Out for Questions!
Do you have some questions jumping around in
your mind?
Brainstorm those questions with a partner and try to come up with your own answers before going ahead with the quest.
Now write down at least three questions to which you are searching for answers.
Just remember the questions should be of a high quality and should not
have 'yes' or 'no' answers.
For some ideas, go back to the Question
section.
That's right: Questions 1 ..... 2 ..... and 3 .....
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Find out what these two countries have been up to the past 52 years, since their birth in August, 1947?
How can siblings born within hours of each
other turn into bitter enemies immediately?
How can this rivalry continue to worsen even after they turn 50?
Visit this site for answers to these questions.
Then click on this site.
Sibling
Rivalries: Conflict runs deep
Visually appealing and analytical, this site traces the roots of the rivalry
between the siblings, India and Pakistan, and gives you both nations' points of
view.
Treat yourself to the sights and sounds of the subcontinent by checking out the
Multimedia option. Have fun! Listen to the national anthems of both countries
and watch a historical slide show.
Are you wondering about what wars the
two neighbors - India and Pakistan have fought and why?
Guess what?
You are invited by the History Guy to jump into the battle field.
Experience:
The Guy has made a chart for you to see at glance which wars they have fought, when and why. With just a click you are instantly linked to the latest news of cross-border conflicts in Kashmir.
Hearing and seeing is believing. Right?
Well you can hear eyewitness accounts and see videos of action on the borders
of Kashmir while also reading objective, organized and unprejudiced reports.
Amazing photographs and the Picture Gallery give you a flavor of the action.
If you want the chance to air your opinions, do so on Talking Point which lets
you debate this controversial issue with people from all over the world. Go for
it!
Want a break from the complex approach to the India Pakistan issue?
Take a peek at a site that has a map of
the disputed territory.
This site's got brief and easy to understand information about the nuclear race, its implications and the history of the conflict. Find out how India and Pakistan have brought the world closer to the nuclear armageddon. It's colorful, easy to maneuver and has helpful links.
Want to know it all about Kashmir? The sites going to deliver. Facts,
opinions, reports, resolutions, pacts, agreements, articles, research,
discussions, and further links on the Kashmir issue all in one place.
What more could you ask for?
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