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Communication
You need to decide on a heritage site to visit on your next field trip.
You may choose one from the five World Heritage Sites in Viet Nam included in this unit or from the other three sites: Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, or Citadel of the Ho Dynasty.
Hoi An Ancient Town
• a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19 century
• tourist attractions: temples, pagodas, ancient homes, relics of the Sa Huynh and Cham cultures, Hoi An River, Cua Dai Beach, and Cham Island
My Son Sanctuary
• a large complex of religious relics comprising more than 70 architectural works such as towers, temples, and tombs
Citadel of the Ho Dynasty
• the only stone citadel in Southeast Asia
• major stone sections remain intact thanks to the unique construction techniques
• located in a landscape of great scenic beauty
Example:
Student A: So where should we go on our next heritage site field trip?
Student B: I'd like to suggest visiting Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. It includes both natural and cultural sites.
Student C: I'm more interested in nature, and it'd be fun to explore the grottos and caves in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. Why don't we go there?
Student A: Sounds like an interesting idea. But we have limited time. We can't go there and return in one day. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex would be a better option this time because it's only 80 km from here. We can set off early in the morning and come back late in the afternoon.
Student C: Oh, I haven't thought about that, but your suggestion sounds great to me. We may visit Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park another time.
Communication
Present your group's decision on the heritage site to visit to the class. Try to convince your classmates that this would be the best place to see.
Culture
Look at the photo of Taj Mahal, a World Heritage Site. Answer the questions.
1. Where do you think it is?
2. What do you think you can see there?
Culture
Read the text. Match the highlighted words in the text with the definitions below.
Taj Mahal is a giant mausoleum of white marble in Arga, India. It was built by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died when giving birth to her 14th child in 1631. Legend has it that Shah Jahan made a promise to build her the most beautiful tomb ever known. The construction started in 1632 and was completed in 1648. Other parts of this complex such as the mosque, the guest house and the main gateway were added later and completed in 1653. The most magnificent feature of Taj Mahal to notice is the central dome on top of the tomb. The dome with its top decorated with a lotus design is 35 metres tall.
As acknowledged by UNESCO, Taj Mahal represents the greatest architectural and artistic achievement of Muslim art. It is considered to be a masterpiece of architectural style in design and construction technique. The balance and harmonious blending of various elements contributes to its unique beauty. Recognised as a World Heritage Site in 1983, the Taj Mahal complex, including the tomb, mosque, guest house, and main gate had preserved the original qualities of the buildings.
| 1. a round roof that has a circular base | |
| 2. an excellent work of art | |
| 3. an impressive building housing a tomb or group of tombs | |
| 4. a place for Muslims to worship |
Culture
Answer the questions.
1. Why was Taj Mahal built?
2. How long did it take to complete the construction of the Taj Mahal complex?
3. Why is Taj Mahal considered to be an outstanding work of art?
Culture
If you had the opportunity to travel, would you visit Taj Mahal? Give reasons for your decision.
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