Country
Dominant Religion
Most famous site
Greeting
Festivals/Celebrations
100

This country is known for the Great Wall, the Terracotta Army, and pandas.

China

100

This religion is practiced by most people in India, with beliefs in karma and reincarnation.

Hinduism

100

This ancient wonder in Egypt is a giant tomb for pharaohs.

The Great Pyramid of Giza

100

In Japan, people often bow as a sign of respect. What is this greeting called?

Ojigi

100

A Chinese festival with dragon dances and red envelopes

Chinese New Year

200

Home to Machu Picchu and the Amazon rainforest, this country’s official language is Spanish.

Peru

200

The dominant religion in Saudi Arabia, where Mecca is the holiest city.

Islam

200

 A temple complex in Cambodia, featured on their national flag

Angkor Wat

200

In New Zealand, the Māori greet by pressing noses. What is this called?

Hongi

200

A holiday where children get candy in costumes.

Halloween

300

The birthplace of democracy, the Olympics, and famous philosophers like Socrates.

Greece

300

Most people in Brazil follow this branch of Christianity.

Roman Catholicism

300

A white marble mausoleum in India, built by Shah Jahan.

Taj Mahal

300

 In France, people often greet with a kiss on each cheek. What is this called?

La bise

300

 A Hindu festival of lights celebrated in India

Diwali

400

This Nordic country is known for fjords, Vikings, and the Northern Lights.

Norway

400

The majority religion in Thailand, where temples are called "wats."

Buddhism

400

 This Australian natural landmark is sacred to Indigenous people.

Uluru / Ayers Rock

400

 In Tibet, sticking out your tongue is a traditional greeting. Why?

To show you’re not a demon

400

 Spain’s festival where people throw tomatoes at each other.

La Tomatina

500

The second-largest country in the world by land area, known for maple syrup and hockey.

Canada

500

This country has Shinto as a major religion alongside Buddhism.

Japan

500

 A ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs in Jordan

Petra

500

In Kenya, the Maasai greet by spitting into their hands before shaking. What does this symbolize?

A blessing or sign of respect

500

Brazil’s famous carnival features samba dancing and elaborate parades. What is it called?

Rio Carnival

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