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marco polo
21 Dec

8 Masterful Facts About Marco Polo

Marco… Polo! If you’ve spent any time in a swimming pool as a kid, there’s a chance you’ve played the popular hide and seek game named after this famous Venetian adventurer. However, there’s much more to Marco Polo than splashing about – he was one of the most-traveled people of all time, helping to uncover …
FactCity Christmas Quiz
21 Dec

FactCity’s Challenging Christmas Quiz!

Welcome to the FactCity Challenging Christmas Quiz! ‘Tis the season for some brain-teasing fun! Embrace the festive spirit and put your knowledge of Christmas traditions, history, and customs to the test with this engaging quiz. Delve into the depths of global celebrations, classic tales, and unique customs associated with the most wonderful time of the …
Colorful display of fireworks
20 Dec

On This Day – December 20th

We’ve finally hit the December 20s! And, you know what that means. The festivities are officially in the air, and we’re all just counting down the days to big dinners, festive music, and ugly sweaters. But, don’t look too quickly to the holidays, and consider all of the other things that make December special. For …
Quiz Master
20 Dec

The FactCity Quiz of The Year: 2023

Welcome to the 2023 Quiz Adventure! Get ready to test your knowledge about the exciting events and discoveries that took place in the year 2023. In this quiz, we’ll explore groundbreaking technologies, incredible scientific achievements, thrilling entertainment, and significant global happenings that made headlines. Each question will challenge you to choose the correct answer from …
Alexandria, Egypt
20 Dec

9 Amazing Facts about Alexandria

Alexandria is one of the largest and most popular cities in Egypt – meaning it welcomes more than its fair share of tourists each and every year! In fact, if you’re planning a trip to North Africa in the near future, it’s likely Alexandria will pop up as a recommended spot to visit. But, before …
Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics
20 Dec

What Happened in 2021?

2021 wasn’t an easy year for many of us! As many of us were still adjusting to the “new normal” of the global pandemic, the world was just beginning to return to normal. Big events that had been rescheduled were finally taking place, new vaccines and boosters were being given to the masses, and political …
a mossy forest floor
19 Dec

On This Day – December 19th

By December 19th, we’re usually all ready to leave the office or school, head home, curl up in a warm blanket with some cocoa, and relax. And, we think you absolutely should! And, to help you relax, we have created a short list of everything that makes December 19th so special!
brecon beacons
19 Dec

12 Beautiful Facts About Brecon Beacons

When we tend to think of mountain ranges, very few of us immediately think of the UK! Yet, Wales is home to one of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world – the Brecon Beacons, otherwise known as just the Beacons to locals. It’s a spectacular part of the world to visit, regardless of …
quran arabic
18 Dec

On This Day – December 18th

It’s December 18th, and trust us, we know – there’s still so much to do before the holidays! It’s only one week until Christmas, family gatherings, and pretty much a chaos of red, green, and gold. But, that does not mean that all days other than Christmas should be disregarded! Each day has significance, and …
vancouver, british columbia
18 Dec

11 Cool Facts about British Columbia

Replete with mountains, gorgeous forests, and even a coastline bordering the Pacific Ocean, it’s safe to say British Columbia is one of the best-loved vacation destinations for people who want to get back to nature. Home to skiing and glacier spotting, too, there’s lots to dig into here. If you’re planning a trip in the …
heart transplant
17 Dec

On This Day – December 17th

It’s December 17th, which means that holidays are fast approaching, and whatever you celebrate or don’t, you know some well-earned time off is on the way! But, before you get too swept up in upcoming plans, take the time to appreciate just how important today is. Here are some of the most fascinating things about …
Facts about Asia
16 Dec

On This Day – December 16th

We’re officially halfway through the month, and getting close to the end of the year. This usually makes us all start to think of the things we have left to do, haven’t done, and should probably be doing before the year ends. But, give yourself a break for a moment, and consider all of the …