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Groliers' Lands and Peoples Database: http://orpheus.multcolib.org/rpa/webauth.exe?rs=grol

Lands and Peoples database, a 1.1-million-word repository of text and images about the countries, cultures and peoples of the world. Must have a Multnomah County Library card to use this service from outside of the Library.
World Factbook: https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.html

Useful and concise information on every country in the world from the Central Intelligence Agency.
All of the Embassies of Washington D.C.: http://www.embassy.org/embassies/

The Electronic Embassy provides information on each of the embassies in Washington D.C., with links to Web-based resources where available.
Background Notes: http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/

U.S. Department of State provides Background Notes now online for each country in the world.
BBC Country Profiles: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/country_profiles/default.stm

"Full profiles provide an instant guide to history, politics and economic background of countries. They also include audio and video clips from the BBC archives, including audio of national anthems."
Constitution Finder: http://confinder.richmond.edu/

Find constitutions for countries around the world.
Country Studies: http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/cshome.html

This Library of Congress website lets you search for a country, browse the current index, and lets you search across multiple countries at one time.
Destinations: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/

A travel guide publisher offers photos and information about most world nations.
GeoBee Challenge: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee/

Test what you know about geography at this interactive National Geographic site.
Geographia: http://www.geographia.com/

Information about numerous countries in Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Europe and Latin America.
The Global Gourmet: Destinations: http://www.globalgourmet.com/destinations/

This website provides country profiles which include "recipes associated with that country's or region's cuisine."
Global Trek: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/index.htm

Learn about kids who live in countries all around the world.
Global Statistics: http://www.geohive.com/

"The main kind of data you can find here is on the population of regions, countries, provinces and cities."
InfoNation: http://cyberschoolbus.un.org/infonation3/menu/advanced.asp

Choose two countries and the website will compare them statistically, economically, and more.
MSU Global Access: http://www.msuglobalaccess.net/

"MSU Global Access is a portal to information about the world that contains a database of websites and other resources selected by experts at Michigan State University." You can search the database by the country name, by themes such as environment or arts/culture, or by type of resource.
nationalgeographic.com: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/

Maps, cultures, and facts from around the world.
nationmaster.com: http://www.nationmaster.com/index.php

"Welcome to NationMaster.com, a massive central data source and a handy way to graphically compare nations." At this website you can create all kinds of maps and graphs about countries.
Peace Corps: Where Do Volunteers Go?: http://www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm?shell=learn.wherepc

Read more about the different countries where Peace Corps volunteers work.
Political Database of the Americas: http://www.georgetown.edu/pdba/map.html

Click on a country in North, Central or South America to find out about its government, politics, population, location, and lots of other information.
Portals to the World: Links to Research from around the World: http://www.loc.gov/rr/international/portals.html

"Portals to the World contain selective links providing authoritative, in-depth information about the nations and other areas of the world."
Visual Geography Series: http://www.vgsbooks.com/

Lerner Publishing created this website to accompany their popular Visual Geography books about countries. You can download or print pictures and maps to include in your report from the site, or check out the links to other sites.
World Bank: Regions and Countries: http://www.worldbank.org/countries

Read about a country's history, politics, economy and more.
Xpeditions: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/xpeditions/

National Geographic for Kids website provides an atlas with over 1800 navigable and printable atlases, and visit Xpedition Hall to tour and learn about the world.
World Almanac for Kids: Nations: http://www.worldalmanacforkids.com/explore/nations.html

Brief statistics and flags for all the countries of the world
Human Rights Internet: A Country-by-Country Analysis: http://www.hri.ca/partners/forob/e/COUNTRY/

Read about human rights issues in countries around the world.

Ghana
Kenya
Liberia
Libya
Madagascar
Mali
Morocco
Mozambique
Niger
Nigeria

Rwanda
Somalia
South Africa
Sudan
Swaziland
Tanzania
Tunisia
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Africa megasites

Africa: http://www.geographia.com/indx06.htm

"The second largest continent on Earth, Africa contains more countries than any other." Learn more about Botswana, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Morocco, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe here.
Africa for Kids: http://pbskids.org/africa/

Let kids from Africa take you on a tour of their schools, play African music online, make a mask, or listen to a Swahili folktale.
Africa: One Continent, Many Worlds: http://www.nhm.org/africa/home.html

"Discover firsthand the vitality and significance of African peoples, their communities through out the world, and the natural riches of the African Continent." From the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
Africa South of the Sahara: Selected Internet Resources: http://www-sul.stanford.edu/depts/ssrg/africa/guide.html

This directory lists numerous sites about each of the countries in Africa. You can also search for information on topics such as history, religion, education and health.
African Cookbook: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/African_Studies/Cookbook/about_cb_wh.html

Menus and recipes from nine African countries.
African Voices: http://www.mnh.si.edu/africanvoices/

"In this website explore objects that attest to Africa's striking diversity and long history. Listen as Africans talk about their lives and cultures. Discover your connections to Africa." From the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
African Human Rights Resource Center: http://www1.umn.edu/humanrts/africa/

Good collection of links to Africa-related human rights information and organizations.
African Timelines: http://web.cocc.edu/cagatucci/classes/hum211/timelines/htimelinetoc.htm

Discover ancient Africa, African empires, slave trade & European Imperialism, anti-colonialism and reconstruction, post-independence Africa, and contemporary trends here.
AfricaNews Online: http://allafrica.com/

Current news from African countries and regions!
Internet African History Sourcebook: http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/africa/africasbook.html

Very comprehensive and scholarly website that includes sections on ancient cultures, Africa and Islam, Ethiopia and Christianity, African societies, European Imperialism, the Impact of Slavery, the Fight for Independence, and Modern Africa. Information about trade can be found in various articles in the individual sections.
K-12 Electronic Guide for African Resources on the Internet: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/African_Studies/K-12/AFR_GIDE.html

From the African Studies WWW at University of Pennsylvania, this website aims to "assist K-12 teachers, librarians, and students in locating on-line resources on Africa that can be used in the classroom, for research and studies." The "Country-Specific" section explores each African country including a map, embassy information, and links to information for that country. Don't miss the Media Archives, where you can find photographs of African sculpture, maps of cities in Africa, flags, and other images.
Middle East and North Africa: Countries: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/middle_east/countries-en.asp

Country profiles and maps from the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
The Story of Africa: http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/africa/features/storyofafrica/

"The Story of Africa tells the history of the continent from an African perspective."
Sub-Saharan Africa: Countries: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/africa/countries-en.asp

Country profiles and maps from the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Wild Africa: Continent Profile: http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/programmes/tv/wildafrica/contprofile.shtml

Read about how the continent of Africa was formed and about geographic features such as the Nile Delta and Mt. Kilimanjaro.

African Colonization

Age of Imperialism: http://www.fresno.k12.ca.us/schools/s090/lloyd/imperialism.htm

Map and general overview of imperialism in Africa.
Colonial Africa: http://www.mrdowling.com/610colafr.html

Brief facts about the history of colonialism in Africa plus information on individuals, countries and systems of oppression involved in the colonization of this continent.
African Slave Trade & European Imperialism: http://web.cocc.edu/cagatucci/classes/hum211/timelines/htimeline3.htm

Timeline with links to information about the African slave trade and European colonization.
Anti-Colonialism & Reconstruction: http://web.cocc.edu/cagatucci/classes/hum211/timelines/htimeline4.htm

Timeline with links to information about the end of African slave trade and European colonization.
European Imperialism: http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/africa/africasbook.html#European Imperialism

From African History Sourcebook.
Maafa: http://www.mrdowling.com/610-maafa.html

Maafa is a Kiswahili term for "disaster" or "terrible occurrence." It is used to describe more than five hundred years of exploitation of Africa through slavery, colonialism, and imperialism.

Algeria

Algeria: http://www.arab.net/algeria/

Discover Algerian history, geography, culture, government, and more.

Botswana

The Republic of Botswana: http://www.gov.bw/home.html

Click on Tourism for a description of history, culture, geography and religion.

Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso: http://www.burkinaembassy-usa.org/inbrief.html

Geography, climate, history, religion and more. Click on "Burkina in Depth" for more detailed information. From the Burkina Faso Embassy in Washington, D.C.

Burundi

Living Encyclopedia for Burundi: http://www.africa.upenn.edu/NEH/bhome.htm

View a country map and flag, listen to the national anthem, or read information about the economy, geography, history, languages and religion of Burundi.

Cameroon

Consulate of the Republic of Cameroon: http://www.cameroonconsul.com/

Basic facts about Cameroon, its government, and wildlife from the Consulate of the Republic of Cameroon in Sydney, Australia.

Egypt

Ethiopia

Cool Planet: Ethiopia: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/ethiopia/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Ethiopia. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Ethiopia: http://www.ethiopianembassy.org/comm.shtml

Click on Country Profile to find information about population, climate, culture, history, and government.

The Gambia

The Gambia: http://www.visitthegambia.gm/

While this website mostly focuses on tourist information, it also highlights history, government, economy, and culture.

Ghana

Cool Planet: Ghana: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/ghana/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Ghana. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Profile of Ghana: http://www.ghana-embassy.org/profileofgh.htm

From the Ghana Embassy in Washington, D.C., this website features information about population, major cities, language, religion, government, land and history.
The Republic of Ghana: http://www.ghana.gov.gh/

The official website of the government of Ghana.

Kenya

Cool Planet: Kenya: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/kenya/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Kenya. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Kenya: http://www.kenyaembassy.com/

The Kenyan Embassy in Washington, D.C. provides information about the Kenyan people, economy, government, and history.
Living Encyclopedia for Kenya: http://www.africa.upenn.edu/NEH/khome.htm

View a country map and flag, listen to the national anthem, or read information about the geography, history, languages, folklore, food and religion of Kenya.
Time for Kids: Kenya: http://www.timeforkids.com/TFK/specials/goplaces/0,12405,182117,00.html

"Welcome to an African country filled with some of the world's most spectacular wildlife, tribal cultures and fossil finds. Begin your virtual safari of Kenya right here." You can even listen to some words in the Swahili language.

Liberia

About Liberia: http://www.onliberia.org/Liberia.htm

Geography, culture, history, and information about the current situation in Liberia
Global Connections: Liberia: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/globalconnections/liberia/

This website from PBS contains an timeline of Liberian history, essays, and lesson plans.

Libya

Libya: http://www.arab.net/libya/

Discover Libyan history, geography, culture, government, and more.
Libya Online: About Libya: http://www.libyaonline.com/

Read about business, art, literature, music, places to visit and much more.

Madagascar

Madagascar: http://www.wildmadagascar.org/

Learn about the people, wildlife, and flora of Madagascar. This website places special emphasis on conservation.

Mali

Embassy of the Republic of Mali: http://www.maliembassy.us/new_site/index.htm

Learn more about the economy, history, politics, art and culture of Mali at this website from the embassy in Washington, D.C.
Mali Virtual Field Trip: http://www.careusa.org/vft/mali/index.asp

Take a virtual field trip to Mali with CARE, an international relief and development organization. Read the team's journal entries, see their photos and learn more about Mali.
Welcome to Mali: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/mali.htm

Research facts about Mali, learn about the people who live there, or view a map of the country.

Morocco

Morocco: http://www.arab.net/morocco/

Discover Moroccan history, geography, culture, government, and more.
Morocco: http://www.geographia.com/morocco/

A brief overview of geography, climate, history and culture
Welcome to Morocco: http://www.mincom.gov.ma/english/e_page.html

This website introduces the goverment, economy, culture, and regions/cities of Morocco.

Mozambique

Cool Planet: Mozambique: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/mozambique/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Mozambique. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.

Niger

Republic of Niger: http://www.joelmayer.com/niger/

A former Peace Corps volunteer in Nigeria has created this website with news, photos, maps, flags, and links to other information about Niger.

Nigeria

Nigeria: http://www.nigeriaembassyusa.org/f_index.html

"Welcome to the official website of the Embassy of Nigeria. Here you will find information about Nigeria, its economy, culture and tourism, as well as useful links."

Rwanda

Living Encyclopedia for Rwanda: http://www.africa.upenn.edu/NEH/rwhome.htm

View the flag, listen to the national anthem, or read information about the geography, history, languages, economy and religion of Rwanda.

Somalia

Somalia: http://www.arab.net/somalia/

Discover Somalian history, geography, culture, government, and more.
The Somalis: Their History and Culture: http://www.culturalorientation.net/somali/

"This booklet is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of Somalia." Designed to help those working with Somali refugees.

South Africa

South Africa Government Online: http://www.gov.za/

Find information about the South African government here. Or click on "SA: An Overview" for more detailed information about the country's people, history, and culture.
South Africa Online: http://www.southafrica.net

Designed for tourists, this website covers the different regions and cities of South Africa. The Arts and Culture section also highlights history, art, music, and food.
South African Embassy: http://www.saembassy.org

Learn more about the government, economy and culture of South Africa at this site. The "About South Africa" section is the best place to start.
Time for Kids: South Africa: http://www.timeforkids.com/TFK/specials/goplaces/0,12405,384364,00.html

"Welcome to South Africa, home to more than 30 ethnic groups and some of the world's most amazing wildlife. Today, the richest and most modern country in Africa is trying to heal the wounds left by a long history of racism." You can even listen to some words in the Zulu language.
Welcome to South Africa: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/southafrica.htm

Research facts about South Africa, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from South Africa.

Sudan

Cool Planet: Sudan: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/sudan/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Sudan. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Sudan: http://www.arab.net/sudan/

Discover Sudanese history, geography, culture, government, and more.
Sudan Net: http://www.sudan.net/

Read about the news, government, society and culture of The Sudan.

Swaziland

Swaziland Government Ministry of Tourism: http://www.mintour.gov.sz

The Swaziland Ministry of Tourism provides information about geography, history, culture, and much more.

Tanzania

Living Encyclopedia for Tanzania: http://www.africa.upenn.edu/NEH/thome.htm

View a country map and flag, listen to the national anthem, or read information about the geography, history, languages, folklore, food and religion of Tanzania.
The United Republic of Tanzania National Web site: http://www.tanzania.go.tz/index2E.html

A wealth of information about business, history, language and government of Tanzania.

Tunisia

Tunisia: http://www.arab.net/tunisia/

Discover Tunisian history, geography, culture, government, and more.
Tunisia Online: http://www.tunisiaonline.com/

History, society, culture, government, economy and the environment are all covered at this site.

Uganda

Living Encyclopedia for Uganda: http://www.africa.upenn.edu/NEH/uhome.htm

View a country map and flag, listen to the national anthem, or read information about the geography, history, languages, folklore, food and religion of Uganda.

Zambia

Zambia: http://www.zana.gov.zm/

Information about the wildlife, people and cities of Zambia.

Zimbabwe

Destination Zimbabwe: http://www.zimbabwetourism.co.zw/destzim/

The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority created this website with information about culture, language, food, climate, and places to visit.

Asia

megasites
Afghanistan
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Belarus
Cambodia
China
Georgia
India
Japan
Kazakhstan
Korea
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Malaysia
Micronesia
Mongolia
Myanmar
Nepal
Pakistan
Philippines
Russia
Singapore
Taiwan
Thailand
Tibet
Turkmenistan
Vietnam

Asia megasites

Asia: http://www.geographia.com/indx04.htm

Learn more about India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Russia, Thailand and Vietnam here.
Asia for Educators: http://afe.easia.columbia.edu/

From Columbia University, this website has lessons on many different Asian topics. There are also maps, primary sources, and timelines from the ancient period to today.
Asia Source - Asia Profiles: http://www.asiasource.org/profiles/ap_mp_01.cfm

Find maps and statistics for individual countries here. Click on a country's general location on the map or on the list of countries. To compare statistics between countries, go to the country comparison page.
Crossroads of Continents: http://www.mnh.si.edu/arctic/features/croads/

This exhibition attempts to capture the wide diversity of North Pacific cultures as well as their historical development from the end of the last Ice Age to the modern day, with specific focus on Alaska and East Siberian cultures at the Bering Strait, the top of a great arc of land forming the North Pacific Rim.
Internet East Asian history Sourcebook: http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/eastasia/eastasiasbook.html

Information about East Asia throughout time. Includes cultural, religious origins, Imperial China, traditional Japan, Korea, Western intrusion, and modern Asia since World War II.
Literacy Facts and Figures in Asia and the Pacific: http://www.accu.or.jp/litdbase/stats/index.htm

From the Asia-Pacific Cultural Centre for UNESCO. Parts of this website are still under construction, but you can get good statistics about literacy rates in different Asian countries.
The Silk Road: http://www.cnto.org/silkroad.asp

Discover what the Silk Road is and the cities along its path at this Web site.

Afghanistan

Afghanistan for Kids: http://www.public.asu.edu/~apnilsen/afghanistan4kids/index2.html

Drs. Don and Alleen P. Nilsen, professors of English in the Arizona State University Department of English lived in Afghanistan with their children and have created this website to educate people about the country and in particular, about how Afghan children live.
Afghanistan: Land in Crisis: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/landincrisis/

Recent news articles, maps, photographs and more.
Afghanistan Online: http://www.afghan-web.com/

Information about the geography, culture, politics, history, and wildlife of Afghanistan.
AfghanPedia: http://www.sabawoon.com/afghanpedia/

"Afghanpedia is a full resource-driven service providing quality information for research papers, articles, general references, and more." Information about the land, people, economy, government and history.
The Afghans: Their History and Culture: http://www.culturalorientation.net/afghan/

"This booklet is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of Afghanistan." Designed to help those working with refugees.
Cool Planet: Afghanistan: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/afghan/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Afghanistan. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Kids in Afghanistan: http://teacher.scholastic.com/scholasticnews/indepth/afghanistan/index.htm

What is it like to be a kid living in Afghanistan? Find out about daily life and government here, and don't miss the quiz, map, and scavenger hunt.

Azerbaijan

The A to Z of Azerbaijan: http://geo.ya.com/travelimages/azerb.html

"The A to Z of Azerbaijan brings to you the most complete source of information on Azerbaijan. Select what you are looking for from the alphabetical list on the right or browse through the main cities by clicking on the sensitive map below."
Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan: http://www.azembassy.com/

The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Washington, D.C. provides information on the government, holidays, language, history and economy of the country.

Bangladesh

Cool Planet: Bangladesh: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/bangladesh/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Bangladesh. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh: http://www.bangladesh.gov.bd/

The official government website provides maps and information on the president, prime minister, constitution, and government ministries.
Permanent Mission of Bangladesh to the United Nations: http://www.un.int/bangladesh/

Check the "Introduction to Bangladesh" and "Profile of the Country" sections for basic information about history, geography and culture.

Belarus

Permanent Mission of the Republic of Belarus to the United Nations: http://www.un.int/belarus/

Click on "About Belarus" for an introduction to the country's geography, history, government, and more.

Cambodia

Cambodia: http://www.travelmedia.com/mekong/cambodia.html

Basic facts, history, and information about specific places in Cambodia.
Embassy of Cambodia in Washington, D.C.: http://www.embassy.org/cambodia/

The Embassy provides information about the government and culture of Cambodia.
Kingdom of Cambodia: http://www.embassyofcambodia.org.nz/cambodia.htm

Read more about the government, geography, history and people of Cambodia here.

China

The Boxer Rebellion: http://www.smplanet.com/imperialism/fists.html

This website provides the background of China and its culture leading up to and through the Boxer Rebellion.
The China Experience: China Culture Index: http://www.chinavista.com/experience/

Food and drink, dance, music, philosophy, architecture, literature, festivals, clothing, arts and crafts, and more.
China Today: http://www.chinatoday.com/

Modern information about the country, art, government, business, culture and more.
China Virtual Tours: http://www.chinavista.com/travel/virtualtours.html

Great images, photographs, and maps along these virtual tours. Individual online tours include the Great Wall, Yellow Mountains, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Beihai Park, Shao Xing, Yangtze River, Shanghai, Yangzhou, and the Forbidden City.
Chinese Culture: http://www.chinatown-online.co.uk/pages/culture/

What are some of the social customs of China? Find out about marriage customs, naming a child, funerals, fortune telling, and more. Music, festivals, legends, history and traditional Chinese medicine are also covered here.
Chinese Cuisine 101: http://chinesefood.about.com/library/blchinesefood101.htm?once=true&

This About.com website presents information about Chinese dining, including the Chinese philosophy in the kitchen, facts about Chinese dishes, regional cooking styles, and Chinese ingredients.
Condensed China: A Chinese History for Beginners: http://condensedchina.com/

"Condensed China is an introduction to Chinese history. It exists to inform, enlighten, and attract netizens interested in China."
The Gate of Heavenly Peace: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/gate/

This website from PBS Online's Frontline documents the protests at Tiananmen in 1989 with photos and a chronology.
History of China: http://www-chaos.umd.edu/history/toc.html

This history of China from the ancient dynasties to modern times.
Hong Kong: Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China: http://www.info.gov.hk/eindex.htm

This official government website has news, government information, and an "About Hong Kong" section.
Mr. Dowling's Classroom: Chinese History: http://www.mrdowling.com/613chinesehistory.html

This website presents a history of China's great wall, Mongols, the Boxer Rebellion, Genghis Khan, Marco Polo, the Silk Road, and more.
Mysterious Mummies of China: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/chinamum/

NOVA Online talks about the Takla Makan Mummies of China.
Six Paths to China: http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/China/

"The following six activities were created as models for ways to integrate the World Wide Web into classroom learning." The website includes a list of links, a scrapbook, treasure hunt, subject sampler, and Web quests.
Welcome to China: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/china.htm

Research facts about China, learn about the people who live there, or view a map of the country.
Welcome to China: http://www.cnto.org/aboutchina.asp

The China National Tourist Office provides information about geography, climate, history, Chinese names, ethnic groups, religion, language, and much more.

Georgia

About Georgia: http://www.georgiaemb.org/factsheet.asp

Learn about Georgia's flag, history, geography, people, climate, government, economy and holidays at this website from the Georgian Embassy in Washington, D.C.

India

Japan

Japan Guide: http://www.japan-guide.com/

"There are hundreds of information pages dealing with many aspects of Japan: customs, food, tourism, language, religion, entertainment, sports, arts, history, politics, everyday life, etc. Each page offers general information about a single topic and links to other related web pages." The website also features a photo gallery and a pen-pal service.
Japan: KidsWebJapan: http://web-jpn.org/kidsweb/

Includes sections on daily life, sports, tradition and culture, schools, outside the classroom, nature and climate, politics and constitution, protecting the environment, regions of Japan, and a special info center on the Nagano Olympics.
Kids' Japan: http://www.kids-japan.com/

"Kids' Japan is a place where kids between the ages of 4 and 16 from around the world and us Japanese kids can meet and share ideas about anything relating to kids' activities in Japan. It is a place to learn about Japanese food, sports, stories and comics, toys and hobbies, social problems and anything else we kids are interested in."
National Clearinghouse for U.S.-Japan Studies: http://www.indiana.edu/~japan/

"The National Clearinghouse for U.S.-Japan Studies at Indiana University specializes in providing educational information about Japan to K-12 students, teachers, specialists, and curriculum developers."
Web Japan: http://web-jpn.org/

General information about Japan, its history, government, society, cities, land and more.
Welcome to Japan: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/japan.htm

Research facts about Japan, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from Japan.

Kazakhstan

Embassy of Kazakhstan in Washington, D.C.: http://www.kazakhembus.com/

Statistics, politics, economy, history, culture, nature and more.
General Information About Kazakhstan: http://www.kz/firsteng.html

Discover history, maps, politics, cities, the people, architecture, and more about Kazakhstan here.

Korea

Korea: http://english.president.go.kr/warp/en/korea/geo/geo/

Information about the geography, people, history, government, economy and society of South Korea. From the Office of the President of South Korea.
Korea for Kids: http://english.president.go.kr/warp/en/children/country/flower.php

Information about the land, flag, national symbols, capital city, climate, and sports of Korea. From the Office of the President of South Korea.
Korean History Project: http://koreanhistoryproject.org/index.htm

History, geography, weather, languages, government, and more. Includes "Korea in the Eye of the Tiger: An East Asian history."

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz Republic: http://www.kyrgyzembassy.org/kyrgyz_republic.php

The embassy provides a county profile and map.

Laos

Facts about Lao P.D.R.: http://www.travelmedia.com/mekong/lfacts.html

Basic facts, history, and information about specific places in Laos.
Lao PDR Embassy to the USA: http://www.laoembassy.com/

General information, history, culture and government are all covered here.

Malaysia

The Government of Malaysia Prime Minister's Office: http://www.pmo.gov.my/Web site/webdb.nsf/Eng+Main+Frameset?OpenFrameSet

Information about the prime minister and government of Malaysia.

Micronesia

Micronesia: http://www.visit-fsm.org/

"Spread across a vast expanse of the sea, the island states are made of 607 islands, but only 65 are inhabited." Cultural and tourist information is featured here.

Mongolia

Mongolia in Brief: http://www.mongolia-foreign-policy.net/index.php?moduls=28

At this website from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Mongolia you can find information about the history, land, people and government.

Myanmar

Union of Myanmar: http://www.travelmedia.com/mekong/myanmar.html

Basic facts, history, and information about specific places in Myanmar.
Permanent Mission of the Union of Myanmar to the United Nations: http://mission.itu.ch/MISSIONS/Myanmar/basicfacts/2country.htm

Basic facts such as population, climate, religions, history and more.

Nepal

Places to Visit in Nepal: http://www.nepalhomepage.com/travel/places/places.html

Check here for photos and places of interest to visit in Nepal. Find brief descriptions of geographic regions in Nepal and basic regional maps-- the link is in the menu bar on the right.
Festivals of Nepal: http://www.nepalhomepage.com/society/festivals/festivals.html

Major Nepali festivals and holidays listed with pictures and a brief history. Click on the Nepali Calendar (right menu bar) to determine when major festivals will occur.
Royal Nepalese Embassy: http://www.nepalembassyusa.org/

Click on the Kingdom of Nepal link for information about Nepal's national flag, emblems, climate, rivers/lakes, flora/fauna and history.
Welcome to Nepal: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/nepal.htm

Research facts about Nepal, learn about the people who live there, or view a map of the country.

Pakistan

Cool Planet: Pakistan: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/pakistan/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Pakistan. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Pakistan.gov: http://www.pakistan.gov.pk/

The offical government website highlights statistics, government, culture, sports and much more. Follow the About Pakistan link to find an overview.

Philippines

The Republic of the Philippines: http://www.philippineembassy-usa.org/about/about.htm

Information about the land, plants/animals, population, culture, religion and more from the Philippine Embassy to the U.S.

Russia

A Chronology of Russia: http://www.bucknell.edu/Academics/Colleges_Departments/Academic_Departments/Foreign_Language_Programs/Russian_Studies/Resources/History/Chronology.html

This page dates the major (and some not so major) events in Russian history and links them with explanatory and related materials on the Web.
Embassy of the Russian Federation: http://www.russianembassy.org/

The website of the Russian Embassy in Washington, D.C. covers government, culture, economy, religion, geography, holidays and much more.
The Face of Russia: http://www.pbs.org/weta/faceofrussia/intro.html

From PBS, this website provides a Russian historical timeline, biographies and more.
History of Russia: http://www.interknowledge.com/russia/rushis01.htm

This website presents Russian history from ancient times through to the Soviet era. Official website of the Russian National Tourist Office.
Russian Roulette: A Report on the Safety and Security of Russia's Nuclear Arsenal: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/russia/

"The Cold War has ended, but the threat of a nuclear nightmare may not be over. In 'Russian Roulette,' FRONTLINE investigates the safety and security of the Russian nuclear arsenal and the potential for accidental launch or diversion of its nuclear weapons."
Welcome to Russia: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/russia.htm

Research facts about Russia, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from Russia.

Singapore

Singapore Embassy: http://www.mfa.gov.sg/washington/

Check the "About Singapore" section for facts about Singapore's flag, geography and people.

Taiwan

About the Republic of China: http://www.gio.gov.tw/taiwan-Web site/aboutroc/index.htm

The land, people, government, society, and culture of Taiwan are covered at this website from the Republic of China's Government Information Office.

Thailand

About Thailand: http://www.thaiembdc.org/aboutthai/index.htm

Extensive information about history, religion and culture from the Thai embassy in Washington, D.C.
Thai Students On-line: http://www.thaistudents.com/

"Read about Thailand from people who live there. We hope that by browsing through the following websites you will gain a clearer insight into what life is like in Thailand." Includes a guidebook and sections on Thai life and schools.
Thailand: http://www.travelmedia.com/mekong/thailand.html

Basic facts, history, and information about specific places in Thailand.
Thailand's Information: http://sunsite.au.ac.th/thailand/

Information on Thailand's education system, government, society, special events, business and tourism. From Assumption University of Thailand.
Welcome to Thailand: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/thailand.htm

Research facts about Thailand, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from Thailand.

Tibet

Dreams of Tibet: A Troubled Country and Its Enduring Fascination: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/tibet/

"FRONTLINE presents a report on the West's enduring fascination with Tibet and the plight of Tibet under Chinese control."
The Government of Tibet in Exile: http://www.tibet.com/

Learn about Tibetan culture and the Tibetan government in exile, including the Dalai Lama.

Turkmenistan

State Committee of Turkmenistan for Tourism and Sport: http://www.tourism-sport.gov.tm/en/

Click on the Turkmenistan link for more information about the cities and regions of Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan: The Golden Age: http://www.turkmenistan.gov.tm/index_eng.html

The government of Turkmenistan created this page with information about government, culture, politics, and more.

Vietnam

About Vietnam: http://www.mofa.gov.vn/en/tt_vietnam/

Read about Vietnam's geography, history, ethnic groups, government, economy, culture, sports, and more. From the Vietnamese goverment's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Cool Planet: Vietnam: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/vietnam/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Vietnam. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Time for Kids: Vietnam: http://www.timeforkids.com/TFK/specials/goplaces/0,12405,187312,00.html

"Welcome to Vietnam, a culturally rich nation seeking to redefine its role in the modern world." You can even listen to words in Vietnamese.
Vietnam: http://www.vietnamembassy-usa.org/

The Vietnamese Embassy in Washington, D.C. highlights history, culture, government, geography, and more.
Vietnam: http://www.travelmedia.com/mekong/vietnam.html

Basic facts, history, and information about specific places in Vietnam.
Viettouch: http://www.viettouch.com/

Art, architecture, history, literature and music of Vietnam.

Australia and the Pacific

Australia and the Pacific megasites
Australia
Fiji
New Zealand
Papua New Guinea

Australia and the Pacific megasites

Australasia: http://www.asiasource.org/profiles/ap_mp_02_australasia.cfm

Find maps and statistics for individual countries here. Click on a country's general location on the map or on the list of countries.

Australia

Australia in Focus: http://www.pm.gov.au/aus_in_focus/focus/03_aus_in_focus.html

The Australian prime minister's website has information about statistics, national symbols, and the government. Don't miss the "For Kids" section!
Embassy of Australia--Washington D.C.: http://www.austemb.org/

Read more about the geography, history, wildlife, people and culture of Australia.
Guide to Australia: http://www.csu.edu.au/australia/

Check out FAQs (frequently asked questions) for basic information and facts about Australia.
Indigenous Australia: http://www.dreamtime.net.au/index.cfm

"This website explores Indigenous Australia through storytelling, cultures and histories. It includes Stories of the Dreaming, teachers' resources and content for kids."
Picture Australia: http://www.pictureaustralia.org/

Looking for a picture of something Australian? "Search for people, places and events in the collections of libraries, museums, galleries, archives, universities and other cultural agencies, in Australia and abroad - all at the same time."
Welcome to Australia: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/australia.htm

Research facts about Australia, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from Australia.
Access to Australian Commonwealth Government Information: http://www.fed.gov.au/

"You will find a concentrated body of Australian Commonwealth Government information through this site. www.fed.gov.au currently signposts over 500 Federal Government Web sites."

Fiji

Fiji Government Online: http://www.fiji.gov.fj/

Read about the government of Fiji or click on the "Fiji Facts and Information" to learn more about the history, symbols and national holidays.

New Zealand

About New Zealand: http://www.nzembassy.com/aboutintro.cfm?CFID=7951607&CFTOKEN=96237314&c=31&l=86

Basic information on history, climate, geology, people, government and more. From the embassy of New Zealand in Washington, D.C.
govt.nz: http://www.govt.nz/

This website is the official gateway to the New Zealand government, providing an overview of New Zealand and its government, information about government services, and government agency contacts.
Welcome to New Zealand: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/newzealand.htm

Research facts about New Zealand, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from New Zealand.

Papua New Guinea

Embassy of Papua New Guinea in the Americas: http://www.pngembassy.org/

"It is our fervent hope that this website will provide a unique window in showcasing Papua New Guinea's people, places, culture, including its country and economic profiles."

Central America & Caribbean

Central America
Caribbean

Central America

Central America & Caribbean megasites
Belize
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Guatemala
Honduras
Nicaragua
Panama

Central America & Caribbean megasites

Caribbean: http://www.geographia.com/indx02.htm

Learn more about Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, the Bahamas, Bonaire, Curacao, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Kitts, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, St. Martin and the Turks & Caicos Islands here.
LANIC: Latin American Information Network: http://lanic.utexas.edu/

The Latin America megasite with information organized by country and by subject. The database is also searchable.
Latin America: http://www.geographia.com/indx05.htm

Detailed information about Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru and Venezuela, including history, culture, and geography.
Latin America and the Caribbean: Countries: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/latin-america/latinamerica/country_info/default-en.asp

Country profiles and maps from the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Latin American and Caribbean Government Documents Project: http://www.library.cornell.edu/colldev/ladocshome.html

This is a massive collection of sites from different Latin American countries, put together by a librarian at Cornell University. You will have to do some digging to find the information you need, but there is some great stuff. Not all sites are in English, but if you go to a site, frequently you will have the option to see an English version.
Political Database of the Americas: http://www.georgetown.edu/pdba/english.html

Information about the legal, judicial, and electoral systems of countries within the Americas. Also contains statistical information. Very scholarly site.

Belize

Government of Belize: http://www.belize.gov.bz/

The official government website of Belize has information about the prime minister and the cabinet. Or click on "About Belize" to learn more about the people, history, and economy of the country.

Costa Rica

About Costa Rica: http://www.visitcostarica.com/ict/paginas/home.asp?ididioma=2

Here you'll find information about Costa Rican history, geography, climate and people.
Costa Rica: http://www.infocostarica.com/

The "Costa Rica in General" section has articles about the nature, history, people, culture and government of Costa Rica.
Costa Rica Handbook: http://www.photo.net/cr/moon/cr-handbook.html

This website presents information about the land, climate, ecosystems, history and people of Costa Rica.
Welcome to Costa Rica: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/costa_rica.htm

Research facts about Costa Rica, learn about the people who live there, or view a map of the country.

El Salvador

Embassy of El Salvador: http://www.elsalvador.org/home.nsf/home

At this site, from the Embassy of El Salvador in Washington, D.C., you can find out about the politics, economy, and culture of El Salvador.

Guatemala

Guatemala Virtual Field Trip: http://www.careusa.org/vft/guatemala/index.asp

Take a virtual field trip to Guatemala with CARE, an international relief and development organization. Read the team's journal entries, see their photos and learn more about Guatemala.

Honduras

About Honduras: http://www.hondurasemb.org./abouthonduras.htm

This website from the Embassy of Honduras in Washington, D.C., covers the geography, government, history, and national symbols of Honduras.
Honduras Virtual Field Trip: http://www.careusa.org/vft/honduras/index.asp

Take a virtual field trip to Honduras with CARE, an international relief and development organization. Read the team's journal entries, see their photos and learn more about Honduras.

Nicaragua

Nicaragua: A Country with a Heart: http://www.intur.gob.ni/index_eng.html

This website from the Nicaraguan Institute of Tourism presents photographs, music, cultural information and more.

Panama

PanamaInfo: http://www.panamainfo.com/en/visitor_information/

Aimed at tourists, this website covers the people, culture, and environment of Panama.

Caribbean

Cuba
Dominican Republic
Haiti
Jamaica

Cuba

Cubans: Their History and Culture: http://www.culturalorientation.net/cubans/index.htm

This website is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of Cuba. Designed to help those working with Cuban refugees.

Dominican Republic

Welcome to the Dominican Republic: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/dominican_republic.htm

Research facts about the Dominican Republic, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from the Dominican Republic.

Haiti

The Embassy of Haiti: http://www.haiti.org/

This website from the Haitian Embassy in Washington, D.C., highlights the government, national holidays, national anthem, flag, and key historical dates of Haiti.
Haiti Virtual Field Trip: http://www.careusa.org/vft/haiti/index.asp

Take a virtual field trip to Haiti with CARE, an international relief and development organization. Read the team's journal entries, see their photos and learn more about Haiti.
The Haitians: Their History and Culture: http://www.culturalorientation.net/haiti/

"This booklet is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of Haiti." Designed to help those working with Cuban refugees.

Jamaica

Jamaica Information Service: http://www.jis.gov.jm/

Published by the Jamaican government, this website has information about Jamaican history, culture, symbols, economy and more.

Europe

Europe megasites
Austria
Belarus
Belgium
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Britain
Bulgaria
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Greenland
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Ukraine

Europe megasites

Countries in Europa: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/canada-europa/mundi/country-en.asp

Country profiles and maps from the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Euro Essentials: http://europa.eu.int/comm/economy_finance/euro/our_currency_en.htm

Everything you might want to know about the Euro, its history and its future.
Europe: http://www.geographia.com/indx03.htm

Learn more about Belgium, Denmark, Iceland, Northern Ireland, Norway, Russia, and Sweden here.

Austria

Austria: http://www.austria.org/

Read the facts about Austria, browse the photo gallery, or take one of the video tours.
The Austrian Cultural Information System: http://www.aeiou.at/;internal&action=_setlanguage.action?LANGUAGE=en

Search the Encyclopedia of Austria, with more than 14,000 entries. Or listen to music samples, view pictures of Austrian art or examine photographs of the scenery.
Republic of Austria: http://www.austria.gv.at/DesktopDefault.aspx?alias=english&init

"This website introduces the Austrian Federal Chancellor and the Austrian Federal Government."

Belarus

Embassy of the Republic of Belarus: http://www.belarusembassy.org/

The Embassy of Belarus in Washington, D.C., provides basic facts and information about the country's government, economy, culture, and sports.

Belgium

All about Belgium: http://www.belgium.be/eportal/index.jsp

The land, people, history, politics, culture, and sports of Belgium are covered here.

Bosnia-Herzegovina

The Bosnians: An Introduction to Their History and Culture: http://www.culturalorientation.net/bosnia/

"This booklet is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of Bosnia, with particular focus on Bosnian Moslems." Designed to help those working with Bosnian refugees.
Cool Planet: Bosnia: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/bosnia/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of Bosnia. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina: http://www.bhembassy.org/

Basic facts and the structure of the government are covered at this website from the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Washintgon, D.C.

Britain

All About Britain: http://www.britainusa.com/index_sub.asp?S=All%20About%20Britain

Guide to Britain from the British Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Cool Planet: United Kingdom: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/kidsweb/world/uk/index.htm

Read about the history, geography, environment, people and society of the United Kingdom. The Factfile has a map and brief facts about the country.
England: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/england.htm

Research facts about England, learn about the people who live there, or view a map of the country.
A History of Britain: http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/programmes/hob/

This site, which accompanies a BBC series, covers British history from the Iron Age to the present.
Timelines: http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/timelines/

Timelines of British, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh history.
United Kingdom Parliament: http://www.parliament.uk/

Learn about the British government's structure here.

Bulgaria

Republic of Bulgaria: http://www.government.bg/fce/?s=001&p=0023

Learn more about the Bulgarian government here, or click on the "About Bulgaria" link for country information.

Croatia

Croatian Homepage: http://www.hr/index.en.shtml

Lots of information about the geography, economy, politics, history, culture, natural resources, sports, and cities of Croatia.
Facts and Figures about Croatia: http://www.croatiaemb.org/

Click on "About Croatia" to learn about geography, religion, history, government, culture and holidays at this website from the Embassy of Croatia in Washington, D.C.

Czech Republic

Czech Republic: http://guide.travel.cz

Learn about this country's history, tourist attractions, and more.
Czech Republic: http://www.czech.cz/

The official website for the country. It includes basic facts, people, history, art and culture, and famous Czechs of the 20th century.
National Museum: http://www.nm.cz/english/index.htm

Learn about the history of the national museum and what art it is showing now.

Denmark

Denmark: http://www.denmark.dk/

Information about Denmark, its government, the queen and more.
Royal Danish Embassy: http://www.denmarkemb.org/

The Danish Embassy in Washington, D.C. has sections on its website about history and culture, politics, the economy, current news and more.

Estonia

Estonia: http://www.estonica.org/

Read about the history, culture, government, economy, and natural resources of Estonia.
Estonia Official State Web Center: http://www.riik.ee/en/

The official government website of Estonia

Finland

Finland: http://www.markovits.com/nordic/finland.shtml

Fact sheet, maps and statistics about Finland.
Finland Overview: http://www.finland.org/en/

Click on the About Finland to learn about the geography, history, economy, climate, religion, national symbols, and holidays of Finland.

France

Discovering France: http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/france_159/discovering-france_2005/

The French government created this website with information about French society, culture and leisure, economy, population, geography, history, and much more.
France: Culture: http://www.france.com/culture/

Breezy but informative introduction to France, including a profile of social customs, "French History 101," information about traveling and studying in France, French architecture, media, and business.
France from A to Z: http://www.ambafrance-us.org/atoz/

Search the A to Z index, or read the fact sheets on French society, culture, economy and more.
The Official website of the Eiffel Tower: http://www.tour-eiffel.fr/teiffel/uk/

If you're looking for facts and figures about France's most well-known monument, check here. You can also go on panoramic tours, send postcards, or play games.
Paris at the time of Philippe-Auguste: http://www.philippe-auguste.com/uk/

Read a biography of this king and discover the history of the people during that time and of the wall he built around the city.
Treasures from the Bibliothèque Nationale de France: http://lcweb.loc.gov/exhibits/bnf/bnf0001.html

This exhibit, put together by the Library of Congress, provides a broad overview of the history of France and French culture, covering the 8th through the 20th centuries. Within each section, you can see scanned images of important cultural artifacts.
Virtual Journey of France: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/ontheline/explore/journey/france/frindex.htm

"Take a journey through France and experience the culture, cuisine and scenery of this beautiful and diverse country."
Welcome to France: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/france.htm

Research facts about France, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from France.
Welcome to France: Just for Kids!: http://www.info-france-usa.org/kids/

Read all about French history, geography, culture, art, life, and entertainment. From the Embassy of France in the United States.

Germany

Germany: The German Way: http://www.german-way.com/

Web website companion to a book about Germany and German culture. Lots of information about all aspects of German culture. Includes a special section for teachers and students.
Germany Info: http://www.germany.info/relaunch/

This website contains a country profile, current news, and cultural information.
Government of Germany: http://www.bundesregierung.de/en

News and facts about the federal government of Germany.

Greece

Greenland

Greenland: http://www.interknowledge.com/denmark/greenland.html

Brief guide to Greenland, Commonwealth to Denmark, which is now considered part of Denmark, by the Danish Tourism Board.

Hungary

About Hungary: http://www.huembwas.org/About.htm

A guide to the culture, history, and government of Hungary.
Homepage of the Hungarian Government: http://www.meh.hu/english

The official page of the government of Hungary.

Iceland

Iceland: http://www.iceland.org

Extensive collection of information about Icelandic history and culture, including information about the educational system.

Ireland

Ireland: http://www.irelandemb.org/info.html

The Irish Embassy in Washington, D.C. provides this guide to the land, people, national symbols, history, and culture of Ireland.
Ireland: Information on the Irish state: http://www.irlgov.ie/

Learn more about the government of Ireland, or check the "About Ireland" section for country information.
Irish Times on the Web: http://www.ireland.com/

Current new items regarding Ireland and its people.

Italy

Italia: http://www.enit.it/ ?Lang=UK

This site, aimed at tourists, covers the art, natural resources, history, food, and festivals of Italy.
Italy in Virtual Reality: http://ww2.webcomp.com/virtuale/us/home.htm

Chose between Piza, Rome, or Napoli then take a virtual tour of the famous ruins and buildings. Requires QuickTime plug-in.
The Leaning Tower of Pisa: http://torre.duomo.pisa.it/index_eng.html

The official website of the famous Italian landmark, the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Latvia

Embassy of Latvia: http://www.latvia-usa.org/

The Embassy of Latvia in Washington, D.C. provides current news and information about the culture and economy of Latvia.
Guide to Latvia: http://www.tvnet.lv/guide2latvia/

Fact sheets about the country can be found here.

Lithuania

Lithuania: http://www.lietuva.lt/index.php?Lang=5&ItemId=27616

An overview of Lithuanian government, arts, history and much more. Some sections of this website are not available in English.
President of the Republic of Lithuania: http://www.president.lt/en/

Learn more about the president of Lithuania or take a virtual tour of the presidential palace.

Netherlands

Netherlands: Royal Netherlands: http://www.netherlands-embassy.org/listing.asp?categoryvalue=thenetherlandsfacts

From the Dutch embassy in Washington, D.C. comes this extensive guide to Netherlands history and culture.

Norway

Norway: http://www.norway.org/

History and culture of Norway
Welcome to Norway: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/norway.htm

Research facts about Norway, view a map of the country, or read questions answered by kids from Norway.

Poland

Poland.pl: http://www.poland.pl/

The official govenment website of Poland
Polska: http://www.poland.gov.pl/

"We are pleased to invite you to take a short tour of Poland, her glorious past, present-day resources, and prospects for the future." From the government of Poland.

Romania

Romania: Discover Romania: http://students.missouri.edu/~romsa/romania/

Site created by Romanian students in the US. Contains information about history, people, politics, economy, universities, traditions, celebrities, sports, food and drinks, and destinations.

Slovakia

Slovakia.Org: The Guide to the Slovak Republic: http://www.slovakia.org/index.htm

"SLOVAKIA.ORG is a publication dedicated to presenting objective and non-partisan information along with balanced commentary about Slovak politics, society, history, culture, and economy."

Slovenia

Slovenia: http://www.matkurja.com/eng/

Discover cultural, economic, and historical information about the country and view a map on-line.

Spain

All About Spain: http://www.red2000.com/spain/

Available in English and Spanish. Spain in data, climate and average temperatures, history, architecture, Spanish tourist information centers in all the world, bullfighting, flamenco, fiestas and folklore, and food. Photo tour of geographic regions, city guides, and more.
Spain: Si Spain: http://www.SiSpain.org/

Extremely comprehensive guide to Spain, from the Directorate General for Cultural Affairs at the Spanish Foreign Ministry.

Sweden

Fact Sheets from the Swedish Institute: http://www.sweden.se/templates/cs/InformationObjects____1983.aspx?q_publisher=4

Fact sheets, maps and statistics for Sweden.
National Atlas of Sweden: http://www.sna.se/e_index.html

"The National Atlas of Sweden provides a total geographical description of Sweden, ranging from population and industry to environmental questions, nature and culture."
Sweden: http://www.markovits.com/nordic/sweden.shtml

Fact sheets, maps, government, economy, industry, labor issues and statistics for Sweden.
The Swedish Information Smorgasbord: http://www.sverigeturism.se/smorgasbord/

Guide to Sweden, including sections on culture, society, industry and trade, nature, recreation and sport, and tourist information.

Switzerland

Switzerland At a Glance: http://www.eda.admin.ch/washington_emb/e/home/geninf.html

From the Swiss embassy in Washington, D.C.

Ukraine

About Ukraine: http://www.ukremb.com/about/aboutukr.html

General statistics plus information about the government of Ukraine.

Middle East

Middle East megasites
Bahrain
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Jordan
Kuwait
Lebanon
Saudi Arabia
Turkey
United Arab Emirates
Yemen

Middle East megasites

ArabNet: Arab Countries: http://www.arab.net/

Information on Arab countries.
Arab Culture and Civilization: http://arabworld.nitle.org/main_menu.php?module_id=4

Learn more about the Arab world at this site, which covers history, Islam, literature, art, language, society and more.
Global Connections: The Middle East: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/globalconnections/mideast/

"Visitors to the website can explore the past 100 years of history here as well as the relationship between the region and the West." The "Connecting Questions" section of the website includes lesson plans for teachers.
The Gulf/2000 Project: http://gulf2000.columbia.edu/

This website is "designed to make available in a single location a wealth of information on the eight countries of the Persian Gulf region--Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates." From the School of International and Public Affairs of Columbia University.
Middle East and North Africa: Countries: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/middle_east/countries-en.asp

Country profiles and maps from the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade

Bahrain

The Kingdom of Bahrain: http://www.bahrainembassy.org/

Click on Country Information to find out about the rulers of Bahrain, as well as the country's geography, people, government, and economy.

Iran

Salam Iran: Iran Info: http://www.salamiran.org/IranInfo/

Government, geography, history, flag, national anthem and more.

Iraq

Iraq: http://www.arab.net/iraq/

History, geography, culture, and more, from ArabNet.
Hot Spot: Iraq: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/iraq/

From National Geographic, this website features maps, news and lesson plans.
The Iraqis: Their History and Culture: http://www.culturalorientation.net/iraqi/

"This booklet is a basic introduction to the people, history, and cultures of Iraq." Designed to help those working with Iraqi refugees.
Timeline: Iraq: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle_east/737483.stm

This website from the BBC covers Iraqi history from 1920 to the present.

Israel

Looking at Israel: http://www.israel.org/mfa/go.asp?MFAH00080

Very in-depth historical and cultural information.
Welcome to Israel: http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/destinations/israel.htm

Research facts about Israel, learn about the people who live there, or view a map of the country.

Jordan

Information Bureau: http://www.jordanembassyus.org/new/jib/factsheets/overview.shtml

This site, from the Jordanian Embassy in the U.S., provides brief statistics about geography, population and the economy. Links to fact sheets with further information about education, the environment, travel, the people, land, climate and more are also included.

Kuwait

Kuwait Information Office-USA: http://www.kuwait-info.org/country_profile.html

Check the Country Profile section to learn more about Kuwait's history, land, people, culture and more.
Kuwait Facts and Figures: http://www.kuwaitmission.com/facts.html

This website features a list of Kuwaiti rulers and a chronology of Kuwaiti history. You can even listen to the national anthem.

Lebanon

Profile of Lebanon: http://www.lebanonembassyus.org/country_lebanon/overview.html

Geography, climate, government, holidays, education and more.
Republic of Lebanon: http://www.lebanonembassyus.org/Kids/HomePage.html

This site, from the Lebanese Embassy in the U.S., is designed especially for kids. It features facts about the country, common words in the Arabic language, the flag and national anthem, sports/games and the lives of children in Lebanon.

Saudi Arabia

Country Information: http://www.saudiembassy.net/InfoMain.asp

The Saudi Embassy in Washington, D.C. share information about history, religion, government, education, sports, culture and more at this site.

Turkey

Turkey: Republic of Turkey: http://www.turkishembassy.org/intro.html

All kinds of information about Turkey, including a lot about different aspects of Turkish culture.

United Arab Emirates

UAE Interact: http://www.uaeinteract.com/

A very detailed website with information about art, history, travel, wildlife, education and more.

Yemen

Yemen Information: http://www.yemenweb.com

General information, quick facts, and many articles about the history of Yemen

North & South Poles

Arctic Circle: http://arcticcircle.uconn.edu/

The indigenous peoples of Alaska, Canada, Northwest Siberia with a focus on the natural resources, history and culture, social equity and environmental justice of the region.
Arctic Studies Center: http://www.mnh.si.edu/arctic/

The Smithsonian Institute's National Museum of Natural History website provides history, paleontology and animals of the Arctic and more.
NOAA Arctic Theme Page: http://www.arctic.noaa.gov/

"This Arctic Theme Page provides access to widely distributed Arctic data and information for scientists, students, teachers, academia, managers, decision makers and the general public." Learn about scientific studies, animals, expeditions, native peoples of the Arctic and much more!
The South Pole Adventure Web Page: http://astro.uchicago.edu/cara/southpole.edu/

Find out the current temperature at the South Pole, view the picture of the day, or do hands-on activities.
TerraQuest: Virtual Antarctica: http://www.doc.ic.ac.uk/~kpt/terraquest/antarctica/

Keep up to date with today's researchers or learn about history, wildlife, and more.
Antarctica Online: http://www.antarcticaonline.com/antarctica/home/home.htm

This sites covers the history of Antarctic exploration, types of sc