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  10 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Switzerland by fenil jalodara Last updated 5 oct 2022 When it comes to travel destinations, it doesn’t get much better than Switzerland. Teeming with incredible alpine vistas, exciting outdoor adventures, and incredible food (chocolate and cheese galore!), you’re sure to have a vacation to remember. You can add it to your European itinerary or spend your holiday just exploring the country, and you won’t run out of things to do or see. But before you pack your ski gear, here are fascinating and handy facts about Switzerland to know before your trip: 1. There are four official languages l Switzerland is divided into four different language regions: French in the western part, Italian in the southern part, Romansh in some areas of the southeast, and Swiss-German in the rest. But don’t worry, you can get by speaking English in major cities like Zurich, Geneva, and other tourist destinations. Of course, learning some new phrases won’t hurt. 2. The Al...

Interesting Facts About The United States runner of art / Getty Images The United States of America, the land of the free consists of 50 states. Over 328 million people reside in America making it the third most populous country in the world. The US is also the fourth largest country in the world by total area. This vast country is well known across the world and has a cultural imprint that is driven by technological innovation, popular movies, television, and music. Discover all the amazing and interesting things America has to offer with these 20 interesting facts. 1. America Is Home To Many Natural Wonders Tony / Getty Images America is home to many natural wonders of the world. In fact, the United Nations Education, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have recognized many heritage sites in America. According to UNESCO, a world heritage site is a place of special cultural or physical significance. Some examples of the UNESCO world heritage sites in America are the  Gr...

Photo by fenil   CHINA Top 4 Facts about the Great Wall of China Posted   by fenil  By fenil jalodara The wall was built to protect and unite territories of Chinese states and empires against various nomadic groups of the steppe. The wall is made up of earth and stone, it stretches from the China seaport of Shanhaiguan into Gansu province. The wall was built to overlap in some strategic sections of the wall for maximum security. The Great Wall of China became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in December 1987. The wall is the longest man-made structure in the world, with a total length of about 13170.7 miles (21,196.19 km).  Read more on  the best cities to visit in China .  Here are the top 10 facts about the Great Wall of China. 1. The Great Wall was built for more than 1800 Years When Emperor Qin Shi Huang took over the neighbouring territories in 221 BCE and made it the Qin Dynasty,  He started constructing a 5,000-kilometer wall to protect his new...

Home Top Places 15 Amazing Things – India Is Famous For 15 Amazing Things – India Is Famous For  fenil patel India is often referred to as a subcontinent of Southern Asia owing to its distinct and vast landmass. Surrounded by sea on three sides, the majestic Himalayas separates it from the rest of mainland Asia. India is famous for its ancient history, varied landscapes and diverse culture. Mark Twain, a celebrated American author, once said: “India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend and the great-grandmother of tradition.” If you are fascinated with India and curious to know more about this country, take a look at these 31 incredible things – India is famous for. 1. LARGEST DEMOCRACY IN THE WORLD India is the 7 th  largest country in the world, measuring a total area of 3.29 mn sq km. According to UN estimates, the country is home to 18 percent of the world’s population. India is renowned as the mo...