Dharma Trails: Buddhist Heritage Virtual Explorer

India and Her Neighbours

Embark on a virtual journey tracing the spread of Buddhism from India to neighbouring countries. Explore ancient monasteries, understand the three schools of Buddhism, and discover how cultural connections were built across Asia.

25 min

Duration

Missions

Problems

180

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📖 Your Story

You are a cultural heritage researcher tasked with documenting the spread of Buddhism from India to neighbouring countries. Your mission is to explore ancient sites, understand different schools of Buddhism, and trace the pilgrimage routes that connected India with Myanmar, Bhutan, and Afghanistan.

What You'll Learn

Identify and differentiate the three major schools of Buddhism: Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana
Understand how Buddhism spread from India to neighbouring countries
Recognize important Buddhist heritage sites in India and neighbouring countries
Learn about India's role in restoring and preserving Buddhist monuments abroad

How to Play

1Navigate through virtual heritage sites using the interactive map

2Click on locations to learn about Buddhist sites and their historical significance

3Complete quizzes about the three schools of Buddhism and their spread

4Document your findings about India's cultural connections with neighbouring countries

3 Missions Await

Schools of the Dharma

4 problems · 40 XP

Sacred Sites Journey

4 problems · 60 XP

Heritage Preservation Quest

4 problems · 80 XP