20 Jan
Asia fun facts
17 Jan
17 Lovely Facts About Laos
Fancy boosting your knowledge of this truly fascinating country? Take a look at these 17 fun facts about Laos! 1. Laos is pretty unique. Laos is a mountainous, landlocked country in Southeast Asia. In fact, it is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia! 2. Laos has been independent since 1954. Previously under French rule, Laos …
15 Jan
14 Major Facts About Mount Everest
Mount Everest is one of the most commanding natural peaks on the planet – it really does have a big reputation to work up to! As such, there are plenty of interesting figures and statistics about the mountain that are worth remembering. Here are some fun facts about Mount Everest you might want to remember …
19 Dec
A Yaffle* Of 16 Fun Facts About Yemen
Want to boost your knowledge of the Middle East and increase your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Why not start with a yaffle* of fun Facts about Yemen? 1. Where is Yemen? Yemen is an Arab country in southwest Asia. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the north and Oman to the …
16 Dec
22 Blissful Facts About Bali
Ever been on vacation to Bali before? There are plenty of reasons why you should make a beeline for these islands! There are also likely to be plenty of things about this island that will surprise you. It’s safe to say this is likely to be a hotspot with lots of history and intrigue worth …
13 Dec
10 Interesting Facts About Indian Food
The UK loves Indian food – and while many people will say that you can’t beat the authentic cuisine you actually try on the streets of New Delhi itself, it’s safe to say that the culinary creations from out East always seem to go down a treat in the West. There seems to be an …
10 Dec
11 Riveting Facts About The Mekong River
Flowing right through the heart of Southeast Asia and six different countries, the Mekong River is one of the world’s greatest waterways. It’s home to a wide range of unique wildlife, cultures and landscapes. Ready to whet your appetite for knowledge? Here’s a few fun facts about The Mekong River: 1. The Mekong is pretty …
9 Dec
17 Awe-Inspiring Facts About Azerbaijan
Looking to boost your local knowledge of this beautiful country? Take a look at these fun facts about Azerbaijan! 1. Where is Azerbaijan? Azerbaijan is a beautiful and historical country in Asia. It is bordered by Georgia and Russia to the north, Iran to the south and Armenia and Turkey to the west. It has …
8 Dec
13 Top Facts About Tehran
Tehran is the vibrant and politically charged capital of Iran. As an ancient stronghold, the capital Tehran has a mixture of old and modern architecture – it is truly fascinating! It is situated at the foot of the Elburz mountain range, giving spectacular views – and here are some more fun facts about Tehran that …
4 Dec
13 Awesome Facts About Ankara
Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Ankara! 1. Where is Ankara, anyway? Ankara is the capital city of Turkey. 2. Here’s the perfect pronunciation. Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced An-kur-ruh. 3. It’s a …
29 Nov
14 Key Facts About Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur remains one of the most magnificent capital cities of the East. The weather’s humid, the skyline’s lit up, and the marketplace is bustling! Here are some fun facts about Kuala Lumpur to help inspire a future visit. 1. Where is Kuala Lumpur? Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia. It’s also the country’s …
26 Nov
15 Kooky Facts About Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is a marvellous country found way out east – and while it may have been brought to Westerners’ attentions through the comedy movie Borat, there’s a lot more to Kazakhstan than you think. Here are some fun facts about Kazakhstan to clue up on! 1. Let’s not beat around the bush – Kazakhstan is …
21 Nov
16 Astonishing Facts About Afghanistan
Afghanistan is a fascinating and beautiful country! Sadly, in recent years, it has been marred by violence – but with both a history rich in tradition and an ambitious, modern approach to the future, here are some fun facts about Afghanistan worth remembering. 1. It’s nowhere near the sea. Afghanistan is a landlocked country, situated …
15 Nov
14 Unbelievable Facts About Ulaanbaatar
Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world and better your chances of being crowned the next pub quiz champion? Take a look at these fun facts about Ulaanbaatar! 1. Where on Earth is Ulaanbaatar? Ulaanbaatar is the capital city of Mongolia. 2. It’s a bit of a mouthful. Wondering …
12 Nov