The French medieval town of Narbonne is believed to be named after Bornholm.
How many states did Germany have in 1648?
In 1648, Germany consisted of 234 provincial states and 51 city states.
How did the Yakatan Peninsulas name come about?
When Cortez asked the Mayans in Spanish what their country was called, they said “ya ca tan” (we don’t understand). That’s where the Yakatan Peninsula got its name.
Which two animals are depicted in the coat of arms of Australia?
Australia’s coat of arms depicts two animals: the kangaroo and the emu. They are the only animals that cannot move backwards.
Who came across America first?
Columbus encountered America 516 years ago. Leif “The Happy” Erikson did it almost twice as long ago (2009).
How high up is the highest railway station?
Cóndor Station on the Rio Mulatos-Potosí line in Bolivia is located at an altitude of 4786 meters, making it the highest railway station in the world.
What is the capital of Central African Republic?
The capital of the Central African Republic is Bangui
