Tanzania is one of the East African countries bordering Kenya and Uganda. It is known for its breathtaking sceneries, beautiful beaches, and plentiful National parks. Coupled with a friendly political atmosphere and developing infrastructure, tourists consider it a perfect holiday destination. Here, we discuss some Tanzania facts to help you understand the Swahili-speaking nation better.…… Read More »
If you have interacted with Jamaicans online or in person, chances are you have heard the phrase “wah gwan.” It loosely translates to “what’s up.” Jamaica is a very popular island, covering about 4,240 square miles. It is the third largest of the Caribbean countries, only behind Cuba and Hispaniola. Apart from their distinct salutation,…… Read More »
Swedes are modern, but they deeply love traditions, whether gastronomy, language, or games. To tourists, Sweden offers mainly natural beauty, fun events, and binges with distinctive flavors. So let’s find out together the most interesting facts about this beautiful Scandinavian country. 1. Gastronomic festivals Among the most beloved traditions, culinary ones stand out: waffle day,…… Read More »
The global financial landscape has seen a surge in interest in sustainable investments. One prominent player in this field is the green bond, a financial instrument designed to fund environmentally friendly projects while providing investors with returns. Among the countries actively participating in this trend is Singapore, where the concept of green bonds has gained…… Read More »
Here are 14 interesting facts about Uruguay. 1-5 Interesting Uruguay Facts 1. The Laguna Garzón Bridge in Uruguay is designed as a circle, over the water. Its design forces drivers to slow down and to allow for pedestrian access along the one-way circular route, including crosswalks that allow pedestrian access to either the inner or…… Read More »
Here are 17 interesting facts about Budapest. 1-5 Interesting Budapest Facts 1. Budapest was once two cities, Buda and Pest. They merged in 1873. – Source 2. Budapest, Hungary declares lomtalanítás or “get-rid-of-junk” days where residents pile mountains of trash in the streets. Scavengers, scrappers, and collectors sift through the piles before sanitation workers clean…… Read More »
Here are 25 Interesting Facts About Florida. 1-5 Interesting Facts About Florida 1. Self-made millionaire Harris Rosen adopted a Florida neighborhood called Tangelo Park, cut the crime rate in half, and increased the high school graduation rate from 25% to 100% by giving everyone free daycare and all high school graduates scholarships. – Source 2.…… Read More »
Here are 25 Interesting Facts About California. 1-5 Interesting Facts About California 1. All Hass avocados descended from a single tree in California, which was planted using unknown subspecies of avocado. – Source 2. The late-President of the University of California described the three purposes of a university are “To provide sex for the students,…… Read More »
Here are 25 Interesting Facts About Cuba. 1-5 Interesting Facts About Cuba 1. The only American cars that can be purchased for private use in Cuba are those that were previously registered and acquired before the revolution. This is the reason why there are so many classic 1950’s American cars in Cuba. – Source 2.…… Read More »
Here is a list of 25 Interesting Facts About the Chernobyl Disaster. 1-5 Facts About the Chernobyl Disaster 1. Before Chernobyl, the Soviets had another massive nuclear disaster in 1957 in the town of Ozyorsk, which contaminated over 20,000 square km. It was a level 6 disaster (Chernobyl and Fukushima were level 7), making it…… Read More »