Which Country Is Known As The Land Of The Midnight Sun?
Both Norway and the northern territories of Canada are known as the Land of the Midnight Sun.
May 20, 2018 07:46
World Facts
Latest
Where Is The Largest Active Volcano In The World?
Hawaii's Mauna Loa is the world's largest active volcano.
May 20, 2018 05:55
Which Country Is Referred To As "Down Under"?
Australia is often referred to as 'Down Under'.
May 20, 2018 05:51
What Does The Sun Never Sets On The British Empire Mean?
Does the sun still never set on the British Empire?
May 20, 2018 05:05
When Did China Become a Country?
The People’s Republic of China, as we know it today, was established in 1949.
May 19, 2018 23:12
When Did Costa Rice Gain Independence From Spain?
Costa Rica declared independence from Spain in 1821.
May 19, 2018 22:37
When Did Croatia Become a Country?
Croatia declared independence from the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia in 1991.
May 19, 2018 22:03
How Did Monaco Get Its Name?
Monaco's name is derived from an ancient Phocaean Greek colony.
May 18, 2018 23:27
Where Is Transcaucasia?
Transcaucasia is a geographical region near the Caucasus Mountains in Eurasia.
May 18, 2018 23:02
Where Did New York Get Its Name From?
New York was named in honor of the Duke of York.
May 18, 2018 22:32
What Is The Valley of the Moon?
Valley of the Moon is the largest valley in Jordan.
May 18, 2018 17:25
Zalipie, Poland - Unique Places Around the World
Zalipie has become famous for its beautiful floral painted homes and buildings.
May 18, 2018 17:13
What Is The German Beer Purity Law?
The German Beer Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot in German) was adopted in 1516.
May 18, 2018 16:59
What and Where Is Hovenweep National Monument?
Hovenweep National Monument, in Colorado and Utah, was established in 1923.
May 18, 2018 16:45
What Are Sedimentary Rocks?
There are three basic types of sedimentary rocks: classic, chemical, and organic.
May 18, 2018 10:55
What Is A Drifting Ice Station?
Research stations built on ice in the Arctic regions is called a drifting ice station.
May 18, 2018 10:52
The Afar Triangle - Unique Places in Africa
The Afar Triangle is located in East Africa.
May 18, 2018 10:50
What Was Gran Colombia?
Gran Colombia is the name used to describe a former state which existed between 1819 and 1931.
May 18, 2018 07:58
Who Were The Pharisees?
The Pharisees are first mentioned historically in the book of acts and the four gospels in the Bible.
May 18, 2018 07:24
Page 152 / 216