History Meets Geography
Kingdom of Bhutan - YouTube (50:33)
In Asia’s Monarchies: Bhutan, is the land of the thunder dragon. It is the symbol of Bhutan and is a Buddhist monarchy. Both the past and future come together. The King had given up absolute power and gave the people democracy. Each king had a crisis that they navigated carefully. Bhutan is ruled by the Wangchuck dynasty. It is an isolated kingdom known as the last Shangri-la. *Recommended for a geography and history class.*
Kingdom of Cambodia - YouTube (49:34)
Cambodia had a royal family, and the monarchy lasted over 1,000 years. Cambodian monarchs are elected by a National Assembly. The splendor of Angkor Wat looms over Cambodia. Both the King and Angkor Wat are symbol of the nation. The people also depend on the monarchy. King Sihanouk has had an interesting life. He was king, he was prince, he was prime minister, he was a film director and eventually became king again. What is the history of Cambodia and its kings? *Recommended for a geography and history class.*
The House of Grimaldi - YouTube (52:42)
The Prince’s Palace in Monaco is the seat of power for one of the world’s smallest states. It is as high as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Construction began in 1215 and was built on a high cliff. It was a stronghold on the Mediterranean. It was nearly demolished in a siege and was rebuilt. There are hundreds of tunnels underground. Historians are continuing to learn more about the palace. How did this palace become the seat of power for its rulers? *Recommended for a geography and history class.*
In Asia’s Monarchies: Bhutan, is the land of the thunder dragon. It is the symbol of Bhutan and is a Buddhist monarchy. Both the past and future come together. The King had given up absolute power and gave the people democracy. Each king had a crisis that they navigated carefully. Bhutan is ruled by the Wangchuck dynasty. It is an isolated kingdom known as the last Shangri-la. *Recommended for a geography and history class.*
Kingdom of Cambodia - YouTube (49:34)
Cambodia had a royal family, and the monarchy lasted over 1,000 years. Cambodian monarchs are elected by a National Assembly. The splendor of Angkor Wat looms over Cambodia. Both the King and Angkor Wat are symbol of the nation. The people also depend on the monarchy. King Sihanouk has had an interesting life. He was king, he was prince, he was prime minister, he was a film director and eventually became king again. What is the history of Cambodia and its kings? *Recommended for a geography and history class.*
The House of Grimaldi - YouTube (52:42)
The Prince’s Palace in Monaco is the seat of power for one of the world’s smallest states. It is as high as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Construction began in 1215 and was built on a high cliff. It was a stronghold on the Mediterranean. It was nearly demolished in a siege and was rebuilt. There are hundreds of tunnels underground. Historians are continuing to learn more about the palace. How did this palace become the seat of power for its rulers? *Recommended for a geography and history class.*
Updated on September 6, 2022
