World

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

Fun facts about Mexico
4 Apr

43 Mind-Blowing Facts About Mexico

Mexico has a fascinating history, wonderful food, and an abundance of natural wonders. It’s a land of early civilizations, diverse ethnicities, unbelievable landscapes, and a vivacious culture. Did you know that Mexico is home to the world’s largest pyramid or that Mexico is one of the countries with the richest linguistic diversity in the world? …
interesting facts about Canada
3 Apr

20 Captivating Facts About Canada

Looking to boost your knowledge of the big wide world and better your chance of being crowned the next geography quiz champion? Why not start with these fun facts about Canada! 1. Canada’s name has incredible origins. The word ‘Canada’ itself comes from the word Kanata, which means ‘settlement’ or ‘village’ in the language of …
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3 Apr

17 Wild And Wonderful Facts About Wales

Wales is a country with a proud, rich heritage.  However, it’s famous for more than just dragons, leeks and rugby! Even if you’ve holidayed in Wales hundreds of times, we think there’s still a few fun facts about Wales that’ll surprise you.  Here’s the pick of the crop! 1. Wales has a healthy population. In …
The Needles - a famous outcrop of chalk stacks with a lighthouse.
2 Apr

15 Wonderful Facts About The Isle Of Wight

There’s something a bit mysterious about the Isle of Wight – at least, to anyone who’s never been there!  Just off the Southern mainland from England, it’s a popular holiday destination and community with incredible history behind it.  But what are some truly fun facts about the Isle of Wight?  Let’s take a look. 1. …
facts about the new forest
2 Apr

14 Fantastic Facts About The New Forest

The New Forest National Park in Hampshire, is an area with a fascinating history.  It was created by the Norman King, William the Conqueror in 1079 and remains one of the largest and most popular tracts of unenclosed land in England. Thinking of visiting this green and pleasant district for this years staycation?  Here’s some …
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 the Navy
30 Mar

13 Notable Facts About The Royal Navy

They do top secret work all over the world, keep us safe deep beneath the surface of the ocean, and meet danger head on, and yet how much do you really know about them? Your search is finally over – here’s some fun facts about the Royal Navy… 1. The Navy is the oldest force. …
interesting facts about Philippines
30 Mar

16 Pleasing Facts About The Philippines

Looking to boost your local knowledge about this fabulous country and increase your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Take a look at these 16 fun facts about the Philippines! 1. The Philippines is one entity! The Philippines is an archipelago of more than 7,100 islands in Southeast Asia. Its nearest neighbours are China …
interesting facts about Greece
29 Mar

14 Glorious Facts About Greece

Often called the cradle of western civilisation, Greece is known for its countless islands, ancient ruins and fantastic Mediterranean produce.  Whether you hail from this stunning country or you’re looking to travel here, brush up on your local knowledge with these 14 fun facts about Greece! 1. Greece has lots of connections. Greece is an …
fun facts about asia
28 Mar

38 Amazing Facts About Asia

Asia is easily the biggest continent on the planet, which of course means it’s likely to hold more of everything! That also means you’re likely to get more out of Asia in terms of facts and figures than any other land mass on Earth. This, of course, makes it a prime candidate for a fact …
Interesting facts about Antarctica
28 Mar

15 Facts About Antarctica That Will Surprise You

Antarctica is the driest, coldest and iciest continent. Almost the entire continent is covered with ice, with only less than half a percent not frozen. Enrich your knowledge and increase your chances of winning at your next pub quiz with these ‘cool’ facts. 1. Antarctica is waaaaay down south. Situated in the Antarctic region of …
interesting facts about Portugal
27 Mar

28 Pleasing Facts About Portugal

If you’re a football fan, probably the first thing that pops into your mind when you think of Portugal is Cristiano Ronaldo! But, if you enjoy a glass of wine then you’ll imagine a bottle of Port Wine.Portugal can fulfil every visitor’s dreams and desires. It’s a special country full of character, rich history, and …
interesting facts about Colombia
27 Mar

17 Captivating Facts About Colombia

Want to learn a little more about the countries of the world and improve your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Take a look at these 17 fun facts about Colombia! 1. Colombia is a launchpad for South American adventures. Colombia is a beautiful country on the northern tip of South America. It shares …
interesting facts about Mali
26 Mar

15 Mesmerising Facts About Mali

Looking to boost your knowledge of Africa and increase your chances of winning the next geography quiz? Take a look at these 15 fun facts about Mali! 1. Mali has lots of neighbours. Mali is a large landlocked country in West Africa. It is bordered by Algeria to the north, Niger to the east, Burkina …
interesting facts about Chile
25 Mar

26 Fascinating Facts About Chile

Home of the beloved writers Pablo Neruda and Gabriela Mistral, Chile is known to its inhabitants as “pais del poetas,” or country of poets. Aside from its contribution to litreature, the country is also visited for its remote getaways, memorable landscapes, food and nightlife. Boost your local knowledge of South America with these 26 fun …