10 Sep
Europe
6 Sep
22 Outstanding Facts About The Orient Express
There is a good chance you may be familiar with the Orient Express. It is after all one of the most famous luxury trains in history. So much so, it is the feature of many books including Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express and its many films and TV adaptations. Let’s learn some more …
5 Sep
17 Virtuous Facts About Vatican City
Looking to boost your local knowledge of this unique little country? Take a look at these interesting facts about Vatican City! 1. What exactly is The Vatican City? Vatican City, also known as ‘Holy See’, is a landlocked city-state in Europe. It is bordered solely, and entirely, by the city of Rome in Italy. 2. …
1 Sep
15 Happy Facts About Hungary
Do you know someone who lives in this wonderful country or are you looking to move here? Impress your friends with your wealth of local knowledge with these 15 fun facts about Hungary! 1. Where is Hungary? Hungary is a small landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Austria to the northwest, Slovakia …
29 Aug
15 Excellent Facts About Europe
Spanning 400 million square miles, Europe is a temperate continent in the northern hemisphere and home to 741 million people, incredible history and diverse destinations that are on many people’s bucket lists. Here are some fun facts about Europe to bring you up to speed… 1. Where does Europe get its name from? Europe was …
22 Aug
14 Genuine Facts About Gibraltar
Want to increase your knowledge of Gibraltar, the British Overseas Territory located on the Mediterranean coast of Spain? Sit back and enjoy these 14 fun facts about Gibraltar. 1. Where is Gibraltar? A limestone outcrop, Gibraltar is located on the southern end of the Iberian Peninsula, at the entrance of the Mediterranean. 2. Gibraltar is …
18 Aug
13 Fun Facts About Ibiza
Located in the Balearics, Ibiza is a well known summer holiday destination and party island just off the coast of Spain. Here’s some fun facts about Ibiza! 1. Ibiza is probably smaller than you think. Ibiza has a total area of 220 square miles (571 square kilometres), which is 0.4 square miles (1 square kilometre) …
16 Aug
15 Super Fun Facts About Slovakia
Looking to boost your knowledge of the big wide world and increase your chances of becoming the next geography quiz champion? Why not start by learning these fun facts about Slovakia! 1. It’s a central European nation. Slovakia is located in the middle of Europe and is bordered by Czech Republic (West), Austria (South West), …
12 Aug
19 Ace Facts About Austria
Looking to boost your knowledge of Europe and increase your chances of being crowned the next quiz champion? Why not start with these fun facts about Austria! 1. Austria has plenty of neighbours. Austria is a beautiful landlocked country in Central Europe. It shares a border with Germany to the north west, Czech Republic to …
10 Aug
15 Slightly Wonky Facts About The Leaning Tower of Pisa
One of Italy’s most famous landmarks, and the launchpad for a million quirky and funny photos, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is a marvel which has fascinated people for centuries. In fact, it’s likely been around for longer than many people can imagine! But what else is there to learn about the Leaning Tower beyond …
3 Aug
18 Sensational Facts About Sweden
Located in Scandinavia bang in-between Norway and Finland, Here’s 18 fun facts about Sweden… 1. Sweden is more than just a country. Sweden is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe, with thousands of tiny islands surrounding the mainland. 2. What are people from here called? Residents here are known as ‘Swedes’ (noun), or ‘Swedish’ (adjective). …
13 Jul
27 Fascinating Facts about Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik is one of the biggest and most fascinating cities in Eastern Europe and continues to be hugely popular with travellers keen to explore the history of Croatia and wider former Yugoslavia. It boasts amazing buildings and a really intriguing ‘secret shipbuilding code’! However, the city has also played host to conflict, and many people …
2 Jul
19 Lighthearted Facts About Latvia
Looking to boost your knowledge of the big wide world and increase your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Why not start with these fun facts about Latvia! 1. Where in the world is Latvia? Latvia is in the Baltic region of Northern Europe; it borders Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, and Belarus and has a …
24 Jun
11 Refreshing Facts About Riga
Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world and improve your chances of winning the next quiz? Check out these 11 fun facts about Riga! 1. It’s a popular European capital. Riga is the capital city of Latvia. 2. Grab the dictionary! Wondering how to say the name of this …
21 Jun