World

Discover thousands of fun and interesting facts about the world we live in – geography, famous landmarks and the oceans and seas.

interesting facts about Cambodia
18 Jul

18 Cultural Facts about Cambodia

Looking to learn some interesting facts about the countries of the world? Impress your friends with these 21 fun facts about Cambodia! 1. Where is Cambodia, anyway? Cambodia is a small, forest-rich country in South East Asia. It shares a border with Thailand to the northwest and north, to the northeast and Vietnam to the …
interesting facts about Bhutan
17 Jul

16 Brilliant Facts about Bhutan

Looking to boost your knowledge of the world and your chances of being crowned the next pub quiz champion? Why not start with these 20 fun facts about Bhutan? 1. Where is Bhutan? Bhutan is a small landlocked country in Asia, on the edge of the Himalayas. It is bordered by China and India. 2. …
Eurovision
13 Jul

10 Excellent Facts about Eurovision

The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual event that celebrates the best in amateur songwriting and performance! Broadcast across five continents, hundreds of millions of people tune in to watch this massive event – and it’s been entertaining viewers since the mid-1950s. Read on for some fun facts about Eurovision. 1. Globalvision? The Eurovision Song …
interesting facts about Castries
12 Jul

12 Cool Facts About Castries

Ever wanted to visit the stunning island of Saint Lucia before? Deep in the Caribbean, you’ll find the city of Castries, which is in fact the capital – and it’s here where much of the administration goes down, too. Before visiting Saint Lucia or making any kind of break for the Caribbean, be sure to …
interesting facts about Naypyidaw
11 Jul

11 Noteworthy Facts about Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw – sometimes referred to as Nay Pyi Taw and the Royal Capital, is perhaps the most famous city locale in Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. In fact, it’s not as old a capital city as you might think – and there are plenty of intriguing titbits about this eastern territory that might just surprise …
fun facts about Istanbul
10 Jul

10 Interesting Facts about Istanbul

Istanbul is easily one of the most popular cities in the world, and with good reason! This stunning city has traces of its rich history all over, boasting bright colours and fantastic foods. So, let’s get to know this Turkish delight a little better with some fun facts about Istanbul. 1. Where is Istanbul, anyway? …
interesting facts about Conakry
9 Jul

12 Captivating Facts about Conakry

Conakry, or kaw-na-kree as it’s pronounced, is the capital city of Guinea – it’s a small ex-French colony found towards the west of Africa. It has an amazing coastline – and here are some more fun facts about Conakry to help get you closer to what the capital’s all about. 1. Conakry once belonged to …
interesting facts about Anguilla
8 Jul

11 Astonishing Facts about Anguilla

It’s pronounced An-gwi-lla, and rhymes with godzilla! This paradise of fine white sandy beaches and warm clear aquamarine seas, looks like it belongs in the photoshopped pages of a travel magazine. It doesn’t get much more idyllic than this! Here are some fun facts about Anguilla. 1. It’s a nation of dolphins! Representing endurance, unity, …
facts about Belfast
5 Jul

14 Breathtaking Facts about Belfast

Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland, is a capital with plenty of curious ancient history behind it. The city remains one of the largest on the Irish island on the whole, and while it has been a city fraught with conflict over the years, there is still much in the way of positivity and …
Facts about Cambridge
4 Jul

11 Clever Facts about Cambridge

Cambridge is a city of bicycles, canals and incredible educational merit – it’s also home to some serious rowing prowess, too! This English city is delightful for many reasons – but how much do you actually know about the area and its history? Here are some fun facts about Cambridge that might amaze you. 1. …
facts about casablanca
30 Jun

11 Charming Facts about Casablanca

This city has a rich history, plenty of wonderful culture – and while you may only know of the city from the movie of the same name, there’s plenty of fun facts about Casablanca, Morocco, to clue up on. Let’s dive right in. 1. Greenery in the heart of the city! The Bouskoura forest is …
facts about goa
29 Jun

10 Great Facts about Goa

This small state in India welcomes tourists from all over the world every year to come and enjoy the white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, huge jungles, and fantastic nightlife. But, Goa is far more than just a party destination – its history is immensely fascinating! Here are some fun facts about Goa worth …
Facts about Greece
28 Jun

9 Remarkable Facts about Rhodes

Greece is a fascinating country, from its beautiful landscapes and delicious food, to its deep, dark mythology. As you may know, it is also home to some of the most beautiful islands in the world, including Rhodes. So, let’s take a closer look and run through some fun facts about Rhodes! 1. Winter is coming! …
Facts about Mumbai
27 Jun

10 Monumental Facts about Mumbai

If you know anything about India, you will know that Mumbai is one of the most important cities in the entire country. From economic wealth and cultural diversity, to some of the best research centres in the world and a fascinating founding history, Mumbai is definitely a city that you are going to want to …
Interesting facts about Niger
22 Jun

18 Noteworthy Facts about Niger

Are you reading up on the history of Africa – and are intrigued by some of the communities across this enormous continent? Great news – here are some fun facts about Niger that you’ll want to remember. 1. The river named the country! Niger is a country that’s actually named after a river – the …