Barcelona is a trendy destination in Europe. My family and I visited a few weeks ago. We had a blast! The city has a rich history, fascinating landmarks, exquisite food, nice weather, and lively streets and shops. Read these 10 fun facts to learn more about this wonderful city. 1. It Is Old Researchers have …
Midsummer is the celebration of the longest day of the year. It is one of the oldest celebrations in human history. One can see the original pagan roots steeped in the current practices of midsummer—the traditional dresses, dancing around the maypole, wearing flowers in your hair, and celebrating fertility in many ways and always with …
Europe. The European Union. Did you know it’s not the same thing? Learn more through these fun facts about the European Union. Europe refers to the continent that spreads from Iceland to Istanbul. The European Union is a confederation (or a group) of 28 member countries in Europe, started in 1957. It has created a common economic area with …
Monaco is a tiny country nestled by the Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by the French Riviera and only 8 km from the border with Liguria in Italy. It might be minuscule – you can see pretty much the whole country in the photo below – but it has a big reputation. Let’s take a look at …
In northwest Germany on the banks of the Elbe river lies the city of Hamburg. With almost 2 million inhabitants, it’s the second largest in Germany – surpassed only by Berlin, the country’s capital. Read these fun facts about Hamburg to learn about the city which its locals claim to be “the most beautiful in …
