World Mountain Ranges
Here are some of the world's mountain
ranges:
- Himalayas
- Alps
- Rockies
- Andes
Find out in what countries
these world mountain ranges are. You could use an encyclopedia,
visit the library or use the Internet to help you.
When tourists come to mountain areas they
need services and facilities. The local people also need services.
Make a chart like the one below and decide who needs these
services.
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Types of service
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Central location
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Outskirts
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Further away
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Small retail, eg. corner shop
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Large retail,
eg. supermarket
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Tourist retail
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Post office
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Garage
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Bus or rail station
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Pub or hotel
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Guest house or B&B
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Place of worship eg. church
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Farming and garden supplies
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Building and construction
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Community and leisure services
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Primary school
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Secondary school
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Emergency services
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Bank or building society
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Solicitors and accountants
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Doctors and dentists
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Cafes, restaurants and
take-aways
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Caravan and camping sites
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Vacant or derelict sites
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Can you think of any other services
that the visitors or the local people might need?
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