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interesting facts about Portugal
27 Mar

28 Pleasing Facts About Portugal

If you’re a football fan, probably the first thing that pops into your mind when you think of Portugal is Cristiano Ronaldo! But, if you enjoy a glass of wine then you’ll imagine a bottle of Port Wine.Portugal can fulfil every visitor’s dreams and desires. It’s a special country full of character, rich history, and …
interesting facts about Colombia
27 Mar

17 Captivating Facts About Colombia

Want to learn a little more about the countries of the world and improve your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Take a look at these 17 fun facts about Colombia! 1. Colombia is a launchpad for South American adventures. Colombia is a beautiful country on the northern tip of South America. It shares …
interesting facts about Kangaroos
26 Mar

13 Knockout Facts About Kangaroos

Kangaroos are, of course, a popular symbol of wildlife down in Australia – and the country has gone all out in adopting the critter as one of their main attractions! Kangaroos are truly astonishing beasts, and certainly aren’t worth tangling with! Here are 13 fun facts about kangaroos, filling you in on what to expect …
interesting facts about Mali
26 Mar

15 Mesmerising Facts About Mali

Looking to boost your knowledge of Africa and increase your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Take a look at these 15 fun facts about Mali! 1. Mali has lots of neighbours. Mali is a large landlocked country in West Africa. It is bordered by Algeria to the north, Niger to the east, Burkina …
interesting facts about Alcohol
26 Mar

16 Appealing Facts About Alcohol

Millions of people enjoy drinking alcohol every single day.  However, it’s a substance that can carry plenty of health issues for the drinker if abused.  Whether you like a tipple or are completely tea-total, here are 16 interesting facts about alcohol worth keeping in mind. 1. Alcohol affects the brain Alcohol is famous for making …
interesting facts about Chile
25 Mar

26 Fascinating Facts About Chile

Home of the beloved writers Pablo Neruda and Gabriela Mistral, Chile is known to its inhabitants as “pais del poetas,” or country of poets. Aside from its contribution to litreature, the country is also visited for its remote getaways, memorable landscapes, food and nightlife. Boost your local knowledge of South America with these 26 fun …
interesting facts about Coffee
25 Mar

10 Buzzing Facts About Coffee

Whether you’re a coffee lover or not, there are many unusual, surprising and interesting facts about coffee you can discover – here’s 10 fun facts about coffee: 1. Coffee is ancient… and popular The coffee bean originated from Ethiopia around 800 AD and is one of the worlds most traded commodities. 2. Americans really enjoy …
fun facts about Mongolia
24 Mar

14 Fun Facts About Mongolia

Indiana Jones, dinosaurs and rally driving – Here’s some fun (and interesting) facts about Mongolia for you to learn and increase your chances of winning at the next pub quiz! 1. Mongolia is surrounded by giants. Located in east-central Asia, Mongolia is sandwiched between Russia to the North and China to the south, east and …
facts about United Arab Emirates
24 Mar

18 Unbelievable Facts About The UAE

Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, is the crowning glory of the United Arab Emirates. Apart from the massive tower, UAE is known for its flavourful dishes, decadent deserts, intricate mosques and luxurious lifestyle. These attributes continue to attract tourists from around the globe. If you’re planning to visit the country, here are …
interesting facts about Pluto
23 Mar

16 Powerful Facts About Pluto

Pluto is one of the most famous objects in our solar system. It attracted a lot of attention after it lost its planet status in the mid-2000s. Since then, numerous discoveries have been made about Pluto, providing answers to questions that people hadn’t yet asked.  Here are some fun facts about Pluto for you to …
fun facts about Hawaii
22 Mar

19 Happy Facts About Hawaii

Do you dream of visiting Hawaii? It’s part of the USA and yet it feels so distant, so alien, so separate. The state attracts millions of visitors from all corners of the world every single year, most of whom are determined to bask in the gorgeous landscape it has to offer. On the surface, Hawaii …
interesting facts about LHR London Heathrow AIrport
22 Mar

11 Fun Facts About London Heathrow Airport

Want to increase your knowledge of the UK aviation scene?  Here’s 11 fun facts about London Heathrow Airport… 1. London Heathrow Airport’s humble beginnings Heathrow started life in 1930 as a single grass runway. 2. London Heathrow Airport employs more people than you might imagine Based in West London, near Hounslow, Heathrow airport employs a staggering 76,000 people – that’s …