World

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

Arya Dewaker temple
18 Feb

13 Perky Facts about Paramaribo

Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Paramaribo! 1. Where is Paramaribo? Paramaribo is the capital city of Suriname in South America. 2. It’s a bit of a mouthful! Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced Pah-rah-mar-ee-bo. 3. It’s …
facts about the Bay of Bengal
16 Feb

14 Brilliant Facts about the Bay of Bengal

The Bay of Bengal is something of an international, natural treasure based out east – its beauty is shared by many different territories! However, there’s more to the Bay of Bengal than meets the eye – it’s a huge fishing spot, for one thing! Here are some fun facts about the Bay of Bengal you …
facts about the RNLI
16 Feb

12 Regal Facts About The RNLI

The RNLI, or Royal National Lifeboat Institution, is one of the hardest-working charitable organizations in the UK! It’s depended on to help people lost at sea all around the coast – and as a nonprofit organization, it depends entirely on the generosity of its donors and contributors. Here are some fun facts about the RNLI …
interesting facts about south sudan
15 Feb

16 Salutary Facts About South Sudan

Looking to boost your knowledge of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about South Sudan! 1. Where is South Sudan? South Sudan is a landlocked country in East Africa. It is bordered by Sudan to the north, Ethiopia to the east, Kenya, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the …
Interesting facts about Praia
14 Feb

18 Perfect Facts about Praia

Praia is the beautiful capital city of Cape Verde on the west coast of Africa. It has picturesque beaches, amazing wildlife, great nightlife – and more besides! Here are some fun facts about Praia to clue up on. 1. What does ‘Praia’ mean? The word ‘Praia’ is Portuguese and means ‘beach’. 2. How many people …
Interesting facts about Uruguay
13 Feb

16 Unbelievable Facts About Uruguay

Uruguay is a beautiful country situated in south-eastern South America. It has borders with Brazil and Argentina – and with lush vegetation and a beautiful coastline, the country has a lot to be proud of! Here are some fun facts about Uruguay. 1. Keep on singing… Uruguay breaks many records. Among them is a world …
Chișinău, Moldova
12 Feb

13 Magical Facts About Moldova

Looking to increase your knowledge of the countries of Europe? Feed your thirst with these fun facts about Moldova. 1. Where on Earth is Moldova, anyway? Moldova is a small, landlocked country in Eastern Europe. It is bordered by Ukraine to the north, east, and south and Romania to the west. 2. Grab the compass! …
Facts about Macedonia
9 Feb

14 Majestic Facts About Macedonia

Have you recently moved to this mountainous country and now you’re looking to impress the locals with your North Macedonian knowledge? If the answer is yes (or you’d just like to swot up on worldly facts), take a look at these fun facts about North Macedonia. 1. Where is North Macedonia? North Macedonia is a …
Fun Facts about The Dead Sea
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 …
interesting facts about Yerevan
8 Feb

13 Intriguing Facts About Yerevan

Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these fun facts about Yerevan! 1. Where is Yerevan? Yerevan is the capital city of Armenia. 2. Here’s the lingo… Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced Yer-eh-vann. 3. It’s a fairly average-sized …
interesting facts about Baku
5 Feb

13 Brilliant Facts About Baku

Like to know a little more about the capital cities of the world? Take a look at these 13 fun facts about Baku! 1. Where is Baku? Baku is the capital city of Azerbaijan. 2. Here’s what to say. Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? It’s pronounced Bah-koo. 3. It’s massive …
Blenheim Palace front view
2 Feb

16 Beautiful Facts About Blenheim Palace

One of the most opulent and majestic looking buildings in the whole of the UK, Blenheim Palace is often thought to be the inspiration for TV’s ‘Downton Abbey’ – and it really shows. However, there is more to the palace than just fancy, ornate flourishes. It’s likely to be a location you’ve seen many times …
interesting facts about Mount Rushmore
1 Feb

14 Must See Facts about Mount Rushmore

To many people outside the US, Mount Rushmore might just be known as the monument with all the faces – but, as you can imagine, there is much more to this grandiose structure and natural feature than that! There are likely to be plenty of facts and figures many of us don’t know – which …
Facts about Oregon
29 Jan

15 Fun Facts About Oregon

Founded in 1859 and located in the Pacific Northwest region, Oregon is a state of the US. Well known for its present traditions, natural marvels, and its wild west past, Oregon is a fascinating state. Here are some fun facts about Oregon, the 33rd state of America. 1. Oregon’s home to a seriously deep lake! …
Sunset skyline in Kuwait
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 …