Japan is an incredible nation, rich with its own distinct culture and stunning geography. There are countless interesting facts about Japan that you may be unaware of! As four is often heard to sound similar to Japanese words for death, there are few fourth-level buildings or flatware found there. 1. The Japanese language is one…
Mercury is a liquid metal commonly found in thermometers and barometers. When left at room temperature, mercury evaporates to form colourless mercury vapours which have no smell or colour; these mercury vapours may irritate eyes, skin or respiratory tract systems. At its worst, nicotine addiction can damage both your brain and kidneys – any daily…
Know about some amazing facts about our planet’s ocean? They include its climate-regulating abilities, being home to 90% of world biodiversity, and representing 80% of global trade! Just some of the many amazing ocean facts you should keep in mind! What is the name of that whale with teeth that have an unpronounceable name? It’s…
Australia is home to unique animals, cutting-edge inventions and intriguing facts aplenty; from Dingo Fences and pink lakes – so much can be learned about this vast land down under! Do you know that Australia’s Alps receive more snowfall than Swiss mountains, or that Melbourne was the capital city from 1901-1927? 1. It has more…
South Africa is home to some of the oldest human fossils ever discovered at Sterkfontein Caves and is also widely recognized for producing Rooibos tea. Israel boasts a diverse landscape that spans deserts, wetlands, mountains, forests and subtropical coastal areas. Furthermore, there are 11 official languages spoken within its borders and it was one of…
Germany is an amazing nation filled with history, culture and tasty cuisine. Here we explore 10 fun facts that may not be familiar! Beer is an integral part of German culture. Germans drink it at each meal and can start drinking legally at 16 years old. Furthermore, over 65% of German autobahn highways do not…
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…
Egypt is an extremely popular travel destination in the Middle East. Make an impressionful first impression when visiting by learning some fun facts about this great nation! Ancient Egyptians held cats in high esteem. They believed they brought luck and were often worshiped as deities. Ancient Egyptians used mineral-based eye makeup such as malachite and…
Tigers are incredible animals, yet they are endangered species due to poaching and habitat loss. When their numbers decline further they often make headlines when they escape zoos or attack trainers, which creates further concern for conservation efforts. There are so many amazing facts about tiger that may surprise you! Here are just a few:…
