Spain is traditionally a strongly religious country (Roman Catholicism). However, only 76% of Spaniards now identify themselves as Catholics, and only about 20% are regular church-goers. Due to recent immigration, 3% of the population is now Muslim. Spanish-speaking cultures have been very propi...
Spain is traditionally a strongly religious country (Roman Catholicism). However, only 76% of Spaniards now identify themselves as Catholics, and only about 20% are regular church-goers. Due to recent immigration, 3% of the population is now Muslim. Spanish-speaking cultures have been very propi...
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The island country of Mauritius was named in 1598 in honour of Prince Maurice of Nassau, the Stadtholder of the Netherlands at the time. Although the Portuguese were the first Europeans to "discover" tea in East Asia, it was the Dutch who introduced the beverage commercially to Europe in 16...
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Canada has lots of superlatives on offer as you will read below. Also have a look at our separateCanada country facts page with more information about the country here. 25 Canada Facts and Amazing Canada Superlatives 1. Canada is the largest country in the Western hemisphere and the second la...
“Hungary” has remained consistent, representing the country and its people. Today, Hungary is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. It shares borders with several countries, including Austria, Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia, Croatia and Slovenia. It has a rich cultural heritage, ...
28. Italy Facts Geography Italy borders Switzerland, Austria, France, San Marino, Slovenia and Vatican City. 29. Italy’s Largest lake Lake Como may be the most famous lake in Italy, but the largest lake in Italy is Lake Garda 30. Italy’s National Day Italy celebrates its national holid...
Whether you’re planning to visit or are just curious, here are seven interesting facts about Serbia from its cheese to stone village.
One of the fun facts about Milan is the story of its conservatory. In 1833, young Giuseppe Verdi applied to enter the Milan Conservatory, but he was rejected. He later went on to become one of the most successful opera composers in the world; the conservatory then changed its name, and ...