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Middle East
9 Oct
26 Interesting Facts About The Pyramids
Pyramids are truly amazing. They date back for thousands of years, and they’ve served all kinds of intriguing purposes – though largely for honoring the dead, as you’ll soon discover! Most famously, the pyramids of Giza were once used to help mark the passing of Egypt and Nubia’s rulers and pharaoahs during ancient times. And …
1 May
10 Delightful Facts about Doha
Doha is easily one of the most fascinating cities in the eastern world. It boasts incredible skyscrapers, a bustling port, and even a more recent world-famous stadium. But how much do you really know about this curious Middle Eastern city? Here are some fun facts about Doha worth keeping in mind. 1. Where is Doha, …
29 Aug
15 Jubilant Facts About Jerusalem
Jerusalem is an important city with an intensive history behind it – and to this day, it remains territory which is hotly disputed. The city remains one of the oldest on the planet, though both Israel and Palestine lay claim to it as their capital. Internationally, however, there is no consensus over who has the …
1 May
13 Pleasant Facts about Palestine
Looking to boost your knowledge of the Middle East? Take a look at these fun facts about Palestine! 1. Where is Palestine? Palestine is a country of partially recognised state territories, including the West Bank and Gaza Strip in the Middle East. 2. Palestine has plenty of borders. The West Bank is bordered by Jordan …
16 Apr
14 Outstanding Facts About Oman
Like to know a little more about the countries of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Oman! 1. Where is Oman? Oman is a beautiful and culturally historic country on the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East. It is bordered by UAE to the northwest, Saudi Arabia to the west and …
10 Apr
12 Magnificent Facts About Medina
Medina is an extremely important city in Islam – in that it remains one of the holiest locations for Muslims to make pilgrimages to across the glove. It’s regarded as the second of the holy cities to Mecca, and is in fact around 275 miles away from the main pilgrimage point! Here are some fun …
8 Feb
12 Salty Facts About The Dead Sea
With a name like The Dead Sea, how could we miss it out? That’s what we thought, so we put pen to paper to create a list of fun facts about the Dead Sea that are sure to have you talking and Googling for days. 1. The Dead Sea is seriously salty. The Dead Sea …
24 Jan
17 Kooky Facts About Kuwait
Looking to learn some fascinating facts about the Middle East to impress your friends? Start with these fun facts about Kuwait! 1. Where is Kuwait? Kuwait is a small Arab country on the Persian Gulf in Asia. 2. It’s been independent since the 1960s. Formerly under British control, Kuwait gained independence in 1961. 3. It …
29 Dec
15 Seriously Cool Facts About Sana’a
Like to learn a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Sana’a! 1. Where is Sana’a? Sana’a is the capital city of Yemen. 2. Here’s how to pronounce it. Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced San-eye-ah. 3. It’s just …
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 …
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 …
5 Dec
21 Jolly Facts About Jordan
There’s lots to explore in this history-rich country, but before you go on your adventures be sure to look through these fun facts about Jordan so you can impress the locals! 1. Where in the world is Jordan? Jordan is a small country at the crossroads of the Middle East, serving as a strategic nexus …
27 Nov
16 Interesting Facts About Israel
Israel’s place in the world is both in the Middle East and at the corner of the Mediterranean – and it’s full of amazing, ancient history. Here are some fun facts about Israel you may not be aware of. 1. Israel has lots of different neighbours. Israel shares borders with a variety of different countries …
17 Nov