The Persian Empire was known for many things, such as being one of the largest superpowers in its time. Under the rule of Darius I, several impressive architectural feats were constructed, such as the city of Persepolis and the Royal Road. Who was in the Persian Empire? There were many ...
Tsarskoye Selo is not only about the Catherine Palace and its park. In the 1790s, by order of Catherine the Great, another Italian, Giacomo Quarenghi, built the Alexander Palace in the Classical style. It was intended for Catherine's favorite grandson, the future Emperor Alexander I. Alexande...
Royal Facts About Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh Prince Philip wasn't just the longest sitting Prince Consort in British history, he had a lifetime full of more intrigue than most people can even imagine. From his dangerous beginnings as a royal fugitive to the secrets only palace ...
Africa is home to 55 countries, an ancient and complex history, modern cities, some 3,000 languages and over a billion people. From Algeria to Zimbabwe, here’s a snapshot of each country on a continent you need to know more about.
Foodies may want to check out this well-rated Queen Street food tour. This three-hour walking tour features multicultural cuisine, local artisan produce, and information about the city’s architecture.Reserve your Queens Street food tour here. ...
If you're inspecting a map of UK geography, you may have some queries about the region. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions, along with their answers. What Are the 4 States in England? The United Kingdom is composed of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and North...
Operculate land snails (less speciose and about 130 species in Australia) have an open pallial cavity and an operculum. The operculum is attached to the upper surface of the foot and serves as a sort of ‘trapdoor’ to close the aperture of the shell when the soft parts of the animal ar...
So, this is what Forrest Gump really said when he spoke at the Vietnam Rally in D.C: “Sometimes when people go to Vietnam, they go home to their mommas without any legs. Sometimes they don’t go home at all. That’s a bad thing. That’s all I have to say about that.” "Pe...
Our UK Facts for Kids provide interesting and fun facts about the United Kingdom, the UK's geography, landmarks and attractions. UK Facts: Big Ben - Cambridge University - Royal Guard Here are some interesting UK Facts which were choosen and researched by kids especially for kids. ...
A royal flush is a poker term that refers to the highest possible winning combination. You will have achieved the royal flush if you can collect five cards by the same symbol. The cards are numbered one through ten, from jack to queen to the king to ace. Following the orderly flush, ...