Egypt is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks and an increasingly popular travel destination, but did you know it also has many surprising facts? Ancient Egyptians enjoyed playing board games. One such popular Senet variant, similar to knucklebones and snakes and ladders, was even used as burial remains by Pharaohs for afterlife…
Egypt is one of the world’s most captivating nations, boasting an ancient culture dating back millennia. From mummies to the Nile River, there are so many exciting facts about this incredible nation you may never have known! Do you know that, if you were to unwind the linen bandages on an Egyptian mummy, they would…
Ancient Greece has left us with many lessons; from democracy and science advancements, to their bizarre obsession with beans and even their belief that sneezing was divine! There are so many fascinating aspects about its culture, history and people! There’s even some strange facts like having an intense dislike of beans! And don’t forget sneezing…
Weather is a fascinating topic with numerous interesting facts. Some examples are: A waterspout is a type of tornado that forms over water. There are two categories of waterspouts, tornadic waterspouts and fair-weather waterspouts. Birds have the ability to detect changes in barometric air pressure that signal an impending storm and thus adjust their flight…
Argentina is a land of variety with an incredible array of flora and fauna. The landscapes here range from desert tropics, temperate pampas grasslands, subantarctic regions and even desert areas. Argentina is famous for its passion for football and tango dancing. One interesting fact about Argentina is that parents cannot name their children after soccer…
China is one of the world’s most fascinating nations with an ancient past and diverse culture, boasting some of the oldest traditions on Earth and experiencing rapid development at an astounding rate. China is home to fascinating facts like: paper was first invented there; half of all world pigs live there and its railway lines…
Domestic rabbits still retain many characteristics that resemble those found in wild species; their perspective remains very much that of prey animals. As an expression of affection and excitement, they lick each other and humans alike as a sign. Additionally, when happy they “binky,” which involves leaping and twisting in the air! As their nails…
Bugs are among the world’s most diverse creatures, yet how much do we truly know about these six-legged critters? Diver beetles possess an amazing feature that allows them to remain underwater for prolonged periods, which makes for one of the coolest insect facts you should be aware of. Harlequin Beetle Acrocinus longimanus, more commonly known…
Ants may appear small and inconsequential, yet they’re among the most intriguing creatures on Earth. Their strength and intelligence make them remarkable creatures – capable of far more than most would believe! Ants, for instance, use trails of pheromones to locate food sources and also clone themselves to form new queens. 1. They can lift…
