Where in the world… Fun Facts 1. The Ethiopian calendar has a 13th month consisting of only five to six days. 2. Ethiopians have a reputation as being some of the fastest runners in the world. In 1960, Ethiopian Abebe Bikila won the Olympic marathon running barefoot! Ethiopians have held the world marathon record five […]
Where in the world… Fun Facts 1. The two most valuable sports franchises in the world are both Spanish: futbol (soccer) clubs Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. They are worth $3.44 billion and $3.2 billion respectively, according to Forbes. 2. When you lose a tooth, it won’t be the tooth fairy reaching under you pillow for […]
Where in the world… Fun Facts 1. Thailand has over 1430 islands. That’s a lot of beaches! 2. Tuk-tuks are a popular way to get around crowded cities in Thailand. Essentially three-wheeled motorcycles with a larger back seat and a roof (but no doors or windows), they’re a bumpy but fun ride. 3. The ceremonial […]
Where in the world… Fun Facts 1. Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world, in both land mass and population. 2. The second longest river in the world — the Amazon River — flows through Brazil. 3. There are 13 countries in South America and Brazil shares a border with all but two: […]
Where in the world… Fun Facts 1. Vatican City is the smallest country in the world and located within Italy’s capital city, Rome. A country within a country! 2. The internationally known Baci (Italian for “kisses”) chocolates have been manufactured by the Perugina company in Perugia, Italy since 1922. These hazelnut chocolates, wrapped in love […]
