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15 Curious Facts About Cairo
If you’ve ever considered taking a trip out to Egypt at any point, it’s likely you’ll have come across Cairo at one point or another! The stunning, ancient capital city of Egypt, Cairo continues to be an amazing tourist draw, and is a hugely popular haunt for historians. Let’s course through some fun facts about …
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Nov
16 Jubilant Facts About Johannesburg
The magnificent city of Johannesburg is the main commercial centre of South Africa – known as the City of Gold, this sprawling metropolis is, believe it or not, one of the youngest cities on Earth! Here are some fun facts about Johannesburg to spur on future research of your own. 1. It’s one of the …
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Nov
12 Serene Facts About Swans
Swans are majestic and iconic – they really are a firm part of the British countryside! Of course, as with all wild birds, it is never a good idea to try and approach a swan on your own – they can get pretty vicious and protective! These fun facts about swans are going to break things down …
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12 Sensational Facts About Cyprus
Cyprus is a natural wonder. Not only is it one of the absolute sunniest countries on the planet, it’s absolutely ripe with fantastic history and is steeped in legend! Did you know that you can even ski in the morning in Cyprus and sunbathe in the afternoon? Here are some more fun facts about Cyprus …
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Nov
15 Fun Facts About Octopus
Octopuses are sea creatures that have fascinated, threatened and fed other species for centuries! Today scientists recognise their value in medical research and pioneering designs for human prosthetics, too. These many-tentacled critters are certainly odd – so here’s some fun facts about octopuses worth getting a wriggle on for! 1. We named them all the …
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Nov
22 Amazing Facts About Naples
Situated on the Gulf of Naples, on the western coast of southern Italy, Naples is the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy, after Rome and Milan. If you want to take a glimpse into Naples’ rich history, beautiful sights, or taste the unique food Neapolitans enjoy every day, start planning your trip today! …
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Nov
11 Hidden Facts About Hollywood
Hollywood is widely known as the heart of the cinema industry. It is here where the majority of big blockbuster movies are born, and where you will find plenty of interesting tours and film studios. However, there is likely to be plenty about Hollywood that you might not already know! Therefore, let’s take a run …
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Nov
11 Rugged Facts About The Rocky Mountains
The Rocky Mountains, known to millions as just ‘The Rockies’, is one of the most famous mountain ranges in the world. Millions of tourists visit this US region every year, making it one of the most popular natural sites of interest in America. But how much do you actually know about this mountain range, its …
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Nov
21 Brilliant Facts about Badminton
Have you ever watched a badminton match? If you have you’re probably familiar with its basics. Badminton is a court game that is played with lightweight rackets and a shuttlecock. Over the centuries badminton has risen in popularity and is now played as a competitive game. It can also be a great social activity. If …
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Nov
31 Fashionable Facts About Milan
Milan has it all, from the glamorous world of fashion and design, professional football teams, to amazing Catholic cathedrals! And let’s not forget the popular Ambrosian (or Milanese) chants that are more commonly known as the basis of our modern musical scale system. Impressive, right! Put on your most stylish clothes and take a quick …
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