Can you imagine what the world looked like before the construction of bridges and railways? It’s easy to take trains and bridges for granted, but without them, our lives in the modern world would look entirely different. Public transportation might be a source for countless headaches for many of us, but before the first train was created and the first bridge was built, it was … [Read more...] about More Than Just a Means of Transportation: The Tallest Bridges and Longest Railways
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25 Unusual Jobs with Surprisingly High Paying Salaries
Golf Ball Diver kjzz Lost golf balls can be resold to golf courses, which creates the job for these savvy divers. Often facing against alligators, and gross murky waters, these divers can earn up to $150,00 a year retrieving lost balls. Professional Bridesmaid Making anywhere from $300 to $2500 per wedding, professional bridesmaid’s have the opportunity to enjoy … [Read more...] about 25 Unusual Jobs with Surprisingly High Paying Salaries
11 Interesting Facts About Albania You’ll Love To Know
Albania is a country in southeastern Europe, lying on the Balkan Peninsula. It is a small country with Adriatic and Ionian coastline. The Albanian Alps runs across the interior of the country. Albania has many castles and archeological sites. However, there are quite a number of other facts apart from these generally known ones. For example, how do they view an individual … [Read more...] about 11 Interesting Facts About Albania You’ll Love To Know
12 Facts About Lionel Messi You Didn’t Know
Lionel Messi is currently the captain of the Argentine national team and plays as a forward for FC Barcelona. Messi is regarded as one of the greatest footballer of his generation and has won so many awards as a professional player both at club and International. Here are some other facts about Lionel Messi you didn't know. Profession: Footballer Full Names: … [Read more...] about 12 Facts About Lionel Messi You Didn’t Know
10 Facts About Fidel Castro You Didn’t Know
Fidel Castro was a Cuban politician, dictator, and revolutionary. He was born on August 13, 1926 and died yesterday, November 25, 2016. He had been in poor health since an intestinal bleeding that nearly killed him in 2006. His younger brother President Raul Castro said on state television that his older brother died at 10:29 p.m. Friday in Havana. He ended the announcement by … [Read more...] about 10 Facts About Fidel Castro You Didn’t Know
12 Interesting Facts About Angola You Need To See
Angola is a country in the Southern African country. It is bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, and lies between Namibia and Zimbabwe on the south, the Democratic Republic of Congo on the north, and Zambia on the east. The country has a varied terrain which encompasses tropical Atlantic beaches, a criss-crossing system of rivers, and sub-Saharan desert that runs right … [Read more...] about 12 Interesting Facts About Angola You Need To See
11 Interesting Facts About Argentina You Never Knew
Argentina is a country in South America. The country shares borders with Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The climate of Argentina is mostly temperate and arid in the southeast, and sub-Antarctic in the southwest. But there are many other kinds of facts about the country that many people do not know. Would you like to know them? Well, in what ways, for … [Read more...] about 11 Interesting Facts About Argentina You Never Knew
10 Interesting Facts About Yemen You’ll Love To See
Yemen is a country in the Middle East. Officially known as the Republic of Yemen, it is located in western Asia. Yemen is bordered on the north side by the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is the second largest country occupying the Arabian Peninsula. But do you know: how Yemenis view men staring into women’s eyes? How Yemenis view public display of affection? How Yemenis … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Yemen You’ll Love To See
10 Interesting Facts About Venezuela You’ll Love To See
Venezuela is a country in the Northern part of the South American continent. It is bordered by the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean. The country is located between Columbia and Guyana. The climate is tropical, usually hot and humid. However, it is more in the highlands. But check these out! How is nepotism viewed in Venezuela? How do they view saying a group … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Venezuela You’ll Love To See
10 Interesting Facts About United Arab Emirates You’ll Love To See
The United Arab Emirates is an Arabian Peninsula country. It is settled mainly along the Arabian or Persian Gulf. The country consists of seven federating emirates. The island capital Abu Dhabi is the home of Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque which is reputed to be capable of seating 40,000 worshippers at a time! Those are all generally known facts. But there lots of other facts … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About United Arab Emirates You’ll Love To See
11 Interesting Facts About Turkmenistan You Didn’t Know
Turkmenistan is a country in Central Asia. It is bordered by the Caspian Sea and largely covered by the Karakun desert. The country is bordered on much of its north eastern side by Uzbekistan, south eastern side by Afghanistan, and southern side by Iran. There are however, a host of other facts about the country that you would find interesting which a number of people do … [Read more...] about 11 Interesting Facts About Turkmenistan You Didn’t Know
11 Interesting Facts About Turkey You’ll Love To See
Turkey is one nation straddling two continents: Eastern Europe and Western Asia. The country has cultural connections with ancient empires such as Greek, Persian, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman. Istanbul is a cosmopolitan city which is home to the iconic Hagia Sophia and other great land marks. Those are just a few generally known facts. Those are just to wet your appetite … [Read more...] about 11 Interesting Facts About Turkey You’ll Love To See
10 Interesting Facts About Timor-Leste You Need To See
East Timor, or Timor-Leste is a Southeast Asian nation occupying half the island of Timor. It is ringed by coral reefs teeming with marine life. Landmarks in the capital, Dili, speak to the country's struggles for independence from Portugal in 1975 and then Indonesia in 2002. In terms of culture, etiquette and tradition, the country and people have some very interesting … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Timor-Leste You Need To See
12 Interesting Facts About Tanzania You’ll Love To Know
Tanzania is an East African country known for its vast wilderness areas. They include the plains of Serengeti National Park, a place of safari pilgrimage. This park is populated by what hunters generally refer to as the “big five” game. These are elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino. In addition to these, there is a good number of other interesting facts about … [Read more...] about 12 Interesting Facts About Tanzania You’ll Love To Know
12 Interesting Facts About Taiwan You’ll Love To Know
Taiwan is a small island nation 180km east of China. Taiwan has many modern cities, traditional Chinese temples, hot springs resorts, and dramatic mountainous terrain. There are a number of very interesting facts about the country. For example, what makes Taiwanese people feel such a need to belong to a group? What is the concept of face and how important is this concept? … [Read more...] about 12 Interesting Facts About Taiwan You’ll Love To Know
11 Interesting Facts About Switzerland You Need To Know
Switzerland, a mountainous Central European country, is home to numerous lakes, villages, and the high peaks of the Alps. This country has a number of interesting facts. For example, what does direct eye contact mean to them? If you intend to visit Switzerland, you NEED to know it. Also, questions of what nature must you not ask Swiss people? And how do Swiss people view … [Read more...] about 11 Interesting Facts About Switzerland You Need To Know
12 Interesting Facts About Sweden You’ll Love To Know
Sweden is a Scandinavian nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes, along with vast boreal forests and glaciated mountains. And there are quite a number of interesting facts about this egalitarian country. For instance, how does the Swedish society hold the child? And for how long is parental allowance paid after the child born? Again, in case you arrive … [Read more...] about 12 Interesting Facts About Sweden You’ll Love To Know
What Is Aleppo? 3 Interesting Facts About Aleppo
Aleppo is the largest city in Syria before the civil war and one of the most consistently inhabited city in the world right from the ancient times. Aleppo is serving as the capital of the Aleppo Governorate, and the Aleppo Governorate is the most populous Syrian Governorate. Lets take a look at the some of the interesting facts about Aleppo. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Amazing Facts … [Read more...] about What Is Aleppo? 3 Interesting Facts About Aleppo
11 Interesting Facts About Slovakia You Need To See
Slovakia is a central European country. The country is known for its dramatic natural landscape and many castles. The capital of Slovakia is Bratislava, which is near the border with Austria. The country operates a parliamentary democracy. The Bratislava castle is on a hill above the Danube River. This castle houses a branch of the Slovak National Museum which displays … [Read more...] about 11 Interesting Facts About Slovakia You Need To See
10 Interesting Facts About Mozambique You’ll Love To See
Mozambique is that it lies on the southeastern coast of Africa. Here are some basic facts about Mozambique you need to know. The country is bordered on the north by Tanzania, Malawi, and Zambia. On the west, it is bordered by Zimbabwe, on the south, by South Africa and Swaziland, and the Channel of Mozambique to the east. Maputo, the capital, is close to coast in the … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Mozambique You’ll Love To See
10 Interesting Facts About Saint Kitts And Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis is a dual island nation in the Caribbean. The country lies between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. One of the facts about Saint Kitts and Nevis, is known for its mountains and beaches always overcast with clouds. The official language is English, and the currency is East Caribbean dollar. Here are ten other interesting facts about Saint Kitts … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Saint Kitts And Nevis
10 Interesting Facts About Russia You’ll Like To Know.
Russia is in Northern Asia. The country shares common borders with other countries such as Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Estonia, Finland, and Georgia, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Latvia, Mongolia, Norway, Poland, and Ukraine. The capital of Russia is Moscow. The government is a democratic federation. Here are other interesting facts about Russia that you would like to know. A … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Russia You’ll Like To Know.
10 Interesting Facts About Philippines You’ll Love To See
The country is an archipelago, lying within Southeastern Asia. It is between the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, east of Vietnam. The capital is Manila, and 2014 records put the population of the Philippines at 107.7 million. The two most widely spoken languages are Filipino and English. Here are ten other interesting facts about Philippines that you would love to … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Philippines You’ll Love To See
10 Interesting Facts About New Zealand
New Zealand is one of the islands making up the Oceania in the South Pacific Ocean. New Zealand is in the Southeast of Australia. The capital is Wellington; and its population as at 2014 is some 4.5million. Here are other facts about New Zealand you will find really interesting. Population: 4.5 Million (2014) Capital: Wellington Currency: New Zealand dollar ($) … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About New Zealand
10 Interesting Facts About Netherlands You’ll Love
Netherlands is in northwestern Europe. The country is well known for its flat landscape, canals, tulip fields, windmills, and cycling routes. The capital is Amsterdam. The official languages are Dutch, Frisian, and Papiamento. Here are other interesting facts about Netherlands for you. SEE ALSO: 10 Interesting Facts About Montenegro You Didn’t Know Population: 16.8 … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Netherlands You’ll Love
10 Interesting Facts About Montenegro You Didn’t Know
Montenegro is a small Balkan country bordered by the Adriatic Sea. It has a number of rugged mountains, medieval villages, and nice beaches along the Adriatic coastline. Durmitor is a major national park. It encompasses limestone peaks, glacial lakes, and wildlife such as bears and wolves. Now, here are ten interesting facts about Montenegro that not many people know. SEE … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Montenegro You Didn’t Know
10 Interesting Facts About Marshall Islands
The Marshall Islands are a chain of volcanic islands and coral atolls. The country is in the Pacific Ocean, between Hawaii and the Philippines. Majuro atoll is the capital and is the island’s largest settlement. Here are ten interesting facts about Marshall Islands that you will love to know. Enjoy! Population: 52,634 (2013) World … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Marshall Islands
10 Interesting Facts About Lithuania That You Will Love
There is a lot more to this seemingly quiet little country. For a tiny country perched at the edge of Europe, Lithuania has some really impressive claims to fame. Here are 10 more interesting facts about Lithuania that you will love. 10 Interesting Facts About Lithuania SEE ALSO: 10 Weird Facts About South Korea You Never Knew Lithuania is popular for two main things: … [Read more...] about 10 Interesting Facts About Lithuania That You Will Love
100 Interesting Facts About Nigeria You Didn’t Know
Nigeria is indeed a country with so much to talk about, in terms of fun and facts about the most populous black African country, also known as the giant of Africa. There are countless of interesting facts about Nigeria that you never knew of which we want bring out out some of them in this article. For proper introductions, Nigeria is a country in West Africa with boundaries … [Read more...] about 100 Interesting Facts About Nigeria You Didn’t Know
The Liberation Of The Bearded Lady
Bearded Ladies Go Way Back, Bearded ladies have always been around but haven’t featured prominently in history apart from the notable century-long sideshow era starting in the 1840s. Records show that bearded women were also regularly invited to dazzle and entertain the royals and their guests in court at least a thousand years ago. The 12th century text, Topographia Hibernica … [Read more...] about The Liberation Of The Bearded Lady
Ranked: The Most Dangerous Beaches
When we think of the ideal vacation, it's always a secluded, white-sand beach somewhere, because we like to think of beaches as the image of tranquility. While it's not necessarily wrong, it isn't always the case. We're not here to burst your bubble, but truth to be told, beaches can be quite dangerous. From deadly waves, to sharks and other mysterious sea creatures, some … [Read more...] about Ranked: The Most Dangerous Beaches