5 Apr
World
Discover thousands of fun and interesting facts about the world we live in – geography, famous landmarks and the oceans and seas.
5 Apr
12 Sensational Facts About Scotland
Scotland is more than just the land of tartan, pipe music and porridge! Scottish heritage is rich, interesting and varied – and there’s likely to be plenty of facts you may not know. Therefore, allow us to share a stack of fun facts about Scotland for you… 1. Glasgow or Edinburgh? Scotland’s capital city is …
5 Apr
15 Magnificent Facts About Moscow
Want to learn about the capital cities of the world and improve your chances of winning the next pub quiz? Take a read of these 15 fun facts about Moscow! 1. The HEART of Russia Moscow is the capital city of Russia. 2. It’s not Moss-cow! Wondering how to say the name of this wonderful city? …
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? …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
27 Mar