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 the river Thames
21 Mar

15 Thrilling Facts About The River Thames

Is there a more iconic British river than the Thames?  It runs through the heart of London, and what’s more, it plays a part in one of our most iconic backdrops. But how much do you actually know about the River Thames?  Hop on a barge and set sail for a voyage of factual discovery…. …
interesting facts about the Shard
20 Mar

18 Towering Facts About The Shard

If you’ve ever been to London before, it’s likely you’ve seen The Shard!  Even if you don’t know what goes on inside, you’ll spot it on the skyline for miles around. Here’s a stack of fun facts about The Shard, one of Europe’s tallest buildings… 1. The Shard is Tower’s Bridge next door neighbour The …
facts about USA
17 Mar

26 Uncensored Facts About The USA

If you have family or friends who live in the USA or if you’re looking to move here, take a look at these 26 fun facts about the USA and impress the locals with your quiz-busting knowledge! 1. The USA is MASSIVE The USA is a large country consisting of 50 states in North America. …
interesting facts about africa
16 Mar

56 Amazing Facts About Africa

Africa is one of the most incredible continents on the planet. A truly diverse region home to much of the world’s most famous wildlife, it is also an incredible region for commerce and culture. It’s one of the biggest continents on the globe full stop, meaning that it’s unlikely you will be able to cover …
Interesting facts about Australia
14 Mar

25 Awesome Facts About Australia

Australia is home to some pretty unusual and unique wildlife, it’s outback and the Great Barrier Reef.  Thinking of planning a visit ‘down-under’ or simply looking to boost your knowledge of the world? Here’s 25 fun facts about Australia to whet your appetite! 1. Australia is really big! It’s estimated to be 2.967 million square miles …
facts about spain
13 Mar

42 Superb Facts About Spain

Bienvenidos a España (Welcome to Spain), a country full of stone castles, snow-capped mountains, vast monuments, sophisticated cities, and charming beaches – all of which have made it a favoured travel destination. Enjoying life, free time and siestas are a huge part of everyday Spanish culture. Spaniards truly know how to relax and enjoy whenever …
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11 Mar

29 Peaceful Facts About Petra

You will probably have heard of Petra before, or perhaps heard of it under one of its many iconic names: the Lost City, the City of the Dead, the Rose City… Hidden in the mountainous desert in Southern Jordan, the ruins of this ancient city tell the story of the Nabatean people, a lost civilisation only …
facts about Lebanon
7 Mar

22 Lovely Facts About Lebanon

Sitting on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, just 264km from Cyprus, Lebanon is a prosperous country in Western Asia.  Read on to learn some fun facts about Lebanon: 1. Lebanon has a few neighbours Located on the continent of Asia, Lebanon is bordered by Syria to the north and east and Israel to the …
facts about the bermuda triangle
6 Mar

27 Baffling Facts About The Bermuda Triangle

Are you a mystery fan? If you are, you’ve probably heard, read, or watched a movie about the fascinating Bermuda Triangle! Unexplained disappearances, alleged UFOs, geomagnetic anomalies are just a few of the mysterious tales about this infamous zone. Whether for natural or unnatural reasons, the Triangle is well known for extremely violent and unexpected …
facts about the mariana trench
5 Mar

25 Mega Facts About The Mariana Trench

Is there anywhere as deep or as majestic as the Mariana Trench? This colossal expanse of oceanic mystery has been the source of multiple deep sea investigations over the years, and as such, it’s still regarded as one of the most fascinating sources of diverse marine life. To this day, explorers are continuing to scale …
interesting facts about French Guiana
5 Mar

15 Fun Facts About French Guiana

Located on the northeastern coast of South America, French Guiana is an overseas department of France. With a population of around 300,000 people, French Guiana is the largest and most sparsely populated region of France. Despite its relatively small size, French Guiana is home to a vast array of flora and fauna, including the Amazon …
interesting facts about Poland
25 Feb

13 Precious Facts About Poland

Looking to boost your knowledge of Europe and increase your chances of being crowned the next pub quiz champion? Why not start by learning these 13 fun facts about Poland! 1.  Poland is really well-connected Poland is a culturally rich country in Eastern Europe. It is bordered by Lithuania and the Russian province of Kaliningrad Oblast to the …
interesting facts about the Great Wall of China
24 Feb

11 Fun Facts About The Great Wall of China

Built to protect China from its enemies and invaders, The Great Wall of China has also prevented the Chinese people from leaving! It’s now a World Heritage site! Read on to discover 11 fun facts about The Great Wall of China: 1.   The Great Wall is the greatest wall of all! The Great Wall of China, …
interesting facts about Malta
23 Feb

17 Marvellous Facts About Malta

Are you looking to impress your mates or simply to brush up on your worldly knowledge?  Get started with these 17 fun facts about Malta! 1. Malta isn’t technically an island Malta is an archipelago in the central Mediterranean and forms part of Europe. Its nearest neighbours are Italy to the north, Greece to the east, Libya to the south and Tunisia to the west. 2. …
interesting facts about Russia
22 Feb

15 Rip-Roaring Facts About Russia

If you’d like to impress your Russian friends with your local knowledge and increase your chances of being crowned the next pub quiz champion, take a look at these 15 fun facts about Russia! 1. Russia is absolutely massive Russia is a huge country spanning both Europe and Asia! It is bordered by Norway and …