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 Aruba
19 May

16 Amazing Facts about Aruba

Looking to boost your knowledge of the Caribbean and improve your chances at the next pub quiz? Why not start with these 20 fun facts about Aruba! 1. Where is Aruba, anyway? Situated on the American continent, Aruba is an island in the Southern Caribbean Sea, 18 miles (29 kilometres) north of the coast of …
interesting facts about Dominican Republic
18 May

17 Dynamic Facts about Dominican Republic

Want to learn a little more about the countries of the Caribbean? Take a look at these 17 fun facts about The Dominican Republic! 1. Where is the Dominican Republic? The Dominican Republic is a large, mountainous country in the Caribbean Sea. It shares a single border with Haiti to the west. It also has a coastline along the Caribbean Sea …
interesting facts about Luanda
15 May

13 Lovely Facts about Luanda

Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Luanda! 1. Where is Luanda? Luanda is the capital city of Angola. 2. Here’s how to pronounce the name. Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced Loo-an-dah. 3. It’s …
intersting facts about Lesotho
14 May

22 Lovely Facts About Lesotho

Looking to boost your knowledge of the big wide world? Why not start with these culturally inspiring facts about Lesotho! 1. Lesotho wasn’t its original name! Originally named Basutoland, this country was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the UK in 1966. 2. Landlocked and lovely! A small and beautiful mountainous country, Lesotho is an enclaved landlocked …
Interesting facts about Rwanda
13 May

16 Refreshing Facts About Rwanda

Down towards the eastern reaches of Africa, you’ll find Rwanda – a small but fascinating country that deserves a little more attention! Here are some fun facts about Rwanda to help clue you in on a little more about the nations of the world. 1. Rwanda is pretty much surrounded. Rwanda has neighbouring countries in …
interesting facts about Lithuania
11 May

16 Lovely Facts About Lithuania

Looking to boost your local knowledge before you embark on a new way of life or a holiday of a lifetime? Take a look at these fun facts about Lithuania! 1. Where is Lithuania, anyway? Lithuania is a beautiful country in Eastern Europe. Actually, it’s the southernmost European Baltic state, don’t you know? It is …
facts about New Jersey
10 May

11 Juicy Facts About New Jersey

New Jersey is a coastal US state heading up towards the North East, home to many famous landmarks and buildings that the wider country is otherwise famous for across the world. It backs onto New York, which is why for some outsiders there may often be confusion over the two states! However, there’s lots to …
interesting facts about Montenegro
9 May

16 Magical Facts About Montenegro

Looking to increase your knowledge of the countries of the world and better your chances of being crowned the next pub quiz team winner? Here’s 1some fun facts about Montenegro for you to learn… 1. Where is Montenegro, anyway? Montenegro is a small Balkan country in South East Europe with a coastline along the Adriatic …
interesting facts about Toyko
8 May

18 Trustworthy Facts About Tokyo

Tokyo is perhaps one of the most unique capital cities on the planet! Home to some of Japan’s most intriguing tourist hotspots, there are plenty of fascinating facts to uncover here. Why not read on and learn these fun facts about Tokyo before you take a trip out East? 1. It’s only been called Tokyo …
interesting facts about Hong Kong
4 May

10 Fun Facts About Hong Kong

Ever been to Hong Kong before? Is it a city, a country, or something else entirely? Regardless of the specifics, this wonderful part of the world is always ripe for exploring. Here are some fun facts about Hong Kong to help tune you in with what’s going on out east. 1. The skyline is unique …
interesting facts about Curacao
3 May

11 Curious Facts About Curaçao

The beautiful island of Curaçao is one of the most fascinating in the whole of the West Indies. You’ll find it out in the Caribbean, but did you know that it actually has links to the Netherlands? There’s likely plenty more you can learn about the nation which will surprise you. Here are some fun …
interesting facts about Mauritania
2 May

17 Momentous Facts About Mauritania

Want to know more about Africa’s biggest countries and communities? Here are some fun facts about Mauritania you might want to digest! 1. Where is Mauritania, anyway? Mauritania is bordered with Senegal to the south west, Mali to the south east, Algeria to the north east, Morocco to the north, the Western Sahara to the …
interesting facts about Palestine
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 …
interesting facts about Lilongwe
30 Apr

13 Momentous Facts About Malawi

Want to learn a little more about the countries of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Malawi! 1. Where is Malawi? Malawi is a long, thin landlocked country in south east Africa, and has Tanzania, Zambia and Mozambique as neighbours. 2. Here’s your compass details. Should you be lucky enough to …
An alley in Puerto Rico
29 Apr

18 Pukka Facts About Puerto Rico

Want to learn a little more about the countries of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Puerto Rico! 1. Where is Puerto Rico? Puerto Rico is situated between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean and lies east of the Dominican Republic and to the west of both the United …