Middle East

interesting facts about Iran
12 Nov

24 Interesting Facts About Iran

Iran, also known as Persia, is a country located in the Middle East, bordering the Caspian Sea, the Persian Gulf, and the Gulf of Oman. This ancient land is known for its rich culture, history, and breathtaking natural beauty. From the ruins of Persepolis to the modern metropolis of Tehran, Iran offers a unique blend …
interesting facts about Qatar
14 Oct

17 Quirky Facts About Qatar

Looking to boost your knowledge of this hot, sandy country? Take a look at these 17 fun facts about Qatar! 1. Where is Qatar? Qatar is a small country in the Middle East. It shares only one border with Saudi Arabia to the south. It also has a coastline along the Persian Gulf along to …
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3 Oct

14 Interesting Facts About Iraq

Do you have friends or family living in Iraq that you’d like to surprise with your local knowledge? Then check out these 14 interesting facts about Iraq! 1. Where is Iraq? Iraq is a large, desert country in Western Asia. It is bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the …
The Sinai Coast, Red Sea
10 Sep

13 Remarkable Facts About The Red Sea

Ever traveled to the Red Sea before?  This fascinating body of water is likely to be one of the most traveled on the planet, however, there is plenty about the sea that many people may not be aware of.  Its shoreline shares between multiple countries across the Middle East, and as such, it’s an important …
facts about ancient egypt
2 Sep

11 Enticing Facts About Ancient Egypt

We’ve all seen the Pyramids, heard about the Sphinx and read about the mummies, but what do you find when you scratch beneath the surface? You’re about to find out with these 11 fun facts about Ancient Egypt you won’t have learned at school… 1. Ancient Egyptians cared deeply about looking good! Makeup was popular …
Interesting facts about Egypt
29 Aug

16 Fun Facts About Egypt

Tombs, shrines and pyramids – there’s litreally thousands of years of incredible history on offer in Egypt.  Here’s some enlightening and fun facts about Egypt for you to discover… 1. Where even is Egypt? Bordered partly by the Mediterranean and Red Sea, Egypt borders Africa and the Middle East, sitting between the Gaza Strip, Israel, …
Facts about the Middle East
18 Aug

20 Marvellous Facts About The Middle East

The Middle East is a wild and vibrant place – full of curious culture, incredible business opportunities, and truly fascinating heritage. Many people are unaware of how thriving some of the bigger cities are in the Middle East. Unfortunately, there have been continuing reports across Western media regarding conflicts between nations out in the region …
interesting facts about Saudi Arabia
23 Jul

33 Spectacular Facts About Saudi Arabia

Looking to boost your knowledge of the Middle East and increase your chances of being crowned the next geography quiz champion? Why not start with these 33 fun facts about Saudi Arabia! 1. Saudi Arabia is massive! The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has an area of 829,996 square miles (2,149,690 square kilometres). 2. The …
Facts about the Suez Canal
1 Apr

14 Super Facts About The Suez Canal

The Suez Canal is one of the world’s most impressive industrial achievements! This man-made waterway was built to connect the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, and creates the shortest naval route to Asia from Europe. With the recent Suez blockage by the grounding of the cargo ship ‘Ever Given’, once more we are reminded of the importance …
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 …
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11 Mar

29 Peaceful Facts About Petra

You will probably have heard of Petra before, or perhaps heard of it under one of its many iconic names: the Lost City, the City of the Dead, the Rose City… Hidden in the mountainous desert in Southern Jordan, the ruins of this ancient city tell the story of the Nabatean people, a lost civilisation only …
facts about Lebanon
7 Mar

22 Lovely Facts About Lebanon

Sitting on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, just 264km from Cyprus, Lebanon is a prosperous country in Western Asia.  Read on to learn some fun facts about Lebanon: 1. Lebanon has a few neighbours Located on the continent of Asia, Lebanon is bordered by Syria to the north and east and Israel to the …
cool facts about Beirut
9 Jan

35 Interesting Facts About Beirut

Beirut is a city with a fascinating history that stretches back thousands of years. Boasting a huge population and intriguing financial and trade heritage, it is arguably the heart of Lebanon. However, in recent years, it has come under devastating attacks as a result of ongoing conflict and disputes in the Middle East. In this …
interesting facts about Kuwait City
21 Oct

16 Keen Facts About Kuwait City

Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these 16 interesting facts about Kuwait City! Geographical stats… Kuwait City is the capital city of Kuwait. Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced Que-eight Ci-tee. The total land area of Kuwait City …