Highest Population in the EU

Out of all the countries that are members of the European Union, Germany has the highest population, currently sitting at around 83 million. This is one of many reasons why Germany is considered one of the biggest and most influential economies with many people moving there to live from various countries.

Biggest Zoo

The Berlin Zoological Garden is the biggest zoo in the world. It’s also the oldest one in Germany and has the largest collection of species you can see anywhere. More than 1,300 animal species live here and if you want to see them all, make sure you have a whole day.

Most Cultural Places

Germany has over 6,200 museums, 820 theaters, and around 9,000 libraries, which easily makes it the country with the most cultural places to see. The country’s rich history and cultural heritage make it clear why Germany is considered a cultural hub of Europe.

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Most Populated City

With 38 million people, Tokyo is the most populated metropolitan area in the world. This includes the city and the area around it, with the city itself having over 9 million people living in it. 

Most Vending Machines

There is a vending machine for everything in Japan. In fact, there are around 5.5 million of them – that’s one for 50 people. What can you buy from those vending machines? Pretty much everything, from food and drinks to books, clothes, umbrellas, and many other things you’d never think of.

No Shoes Rule

In Japan, it’s seen as rude to wear shoes inside. Nobody wants to get dirt from the outside with shoes, and it’s common to see an area at the entrance that’s devoted to taking off the shoes. You can take off the shoes there and leave them facing the front door. The host will often give you slippers you can wear while you’re inside.

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Huge Size

Madagascar is the fourth largest island on the planet, right after Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo. It’s also larger than many countries like Thailand, Spain, and Germany. Its population is bigger than you might expect—around 26 million people live in Madagascar.

Late Discovery

Madagascar was discovered around 500 AD, hundreds of thousands of years after homo sapiens have been living in Africa. 

Diverse Nature

Madagascar belongs to a list of 17 countries with megadiverse nature. It’s amazing how many different species live here and it’s mostly because humankind didn’t discover the island sooner. Over half of all the chameleons in the world live there, as well as several unique species of lemur.

Pirate Favorite

Madagascar was very popular as a hiding spot among pirates once. It was relatively hidden from Europe and had many places just perfect for hiding. One part of it was known as the Island of Pirates for a long time.

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There Are More Sheep Than People

Believe it or not, there are more sheep living in Australia than there are people. In fact, the number is more than twice bigger. This, however, is not as shocking as the New Zealand statistics, where there are 3 million people and 60 million sheep.

Most Greeks Outside Greece

There are around 400,000 Australians of Greek ancestry living in Melbourne, which means the city has the largest Greek population outside of Greece. So, if you fancy greek food while in Melbourne, know that it’ll be worth your while.

Most Animals Don’t Live Anywhere Else

Around 90% of Australia’s animals don’t naturally live anywhere else on the planet (according to Australia’s Nature Conservancy). In this group are animals like koalas, wombats, echidna, and tiger quoll. Interestingly, kangaroos don’t belong to this group. This animal’s origins are in South America although most of them live in Australia today.

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1. The term “Scandinavia” in local usage counts 3 kingdoms: Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. However, in English usage, the term refers to the Scandinavian Peninsula, which includes Finland and Iceland as well.
2. During the Polar Nights of the Norwegian winter, the sun is up for only 3 hours a day, and in some parts, it doesn’t come out at all. However, in the summer, there is 24-hours of daylight.
3. Denmark is the birthplace of Lego that was invented in Billund in 1932.
4. Ikea and H&M are also Scandinavian brands, precisely Swedish.
5. The tallest hill in Denmark is 170 m high.
6. During Easter in Sweden, the kids dress up and go from house to house asking for candy.
7. “Moose-crossing” sign is the most popular souvenir in Sweden.
8. Finland is called “The Land of the 1,000 Lakes”. However, the country has more than 188,000 lakes with 98,000 small islands.

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1. Jamaica is the fourth-largest country and the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean Sea.
2. It is a Commonwealth realm and the head of state is Queen Elizabeth II.
3. Like Brits, Jamaicans drive on the left side of the road, as well.
4. Jamaica is a huge exporter of bananas, coffee, and sugar. It is also famous for its manufacture of aircraft, as well.
5. They mainly have African ancestry, mixed with European, Chinese, Indian, Lebanese minorities.
6. In Jamaican culture, there is a tradition called “the baby’s tree”, where after the birth, the placenta is buried and a tree is planted in the same exact spot.
7. The national currency is the Jamaican dollar.
8. 64% of Jamaicans are Protestants.
9. Rum is the national drink. It is often mixed with other beverages.
10. Breakfast and dinner are the two most important meals, they are large and rich, while lunches are tiny. 

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Highest Population in the EU

Out of all the countries that are members of the European Union, Germany has the highest population, currently sitting at around 83 million. This is one of many reasons why Germany is considered one of the biggest and most influential economies with many people moving there to live from various countries.

Biggest Zoo

The Berlin Zoological Garden is the biggest zoo in the world. It’s also the oldest one in Germany and has the largest collection of species you can see anywhere. More than 1,300 animal species live here and if you want to see them all, make sure you have a whole day.

Most Cultural Places

Germany has over 6,200 museums, 820 theaters, and around 9,000 libraries, which easily makes it the country with the most cultural places to see. The country’s rich history and cultural heritage make it clear why Germany is considered a cultural hub of Europe.

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Most Populated City

With 38 million people, Tokyo is the most populated metropolitan area in the world. This includes the city and the area around it, with the city itself having over 9 million people living in it. 

Most Vending Machines

There is a vending machine for everything in Japan. In fact, there are around 5.5 million of them – that’s one for 50 people. What can you buy from those vending machines? Pretty much everything, from food and drinks to books, clothes, umbrellas, and many other things you’d never think of.

No Shoes Rule

In Japan, it’s seen as rude to wear shoes inside. Nobody wants to get dirt from the outside with shoes, and it’s common to see an area at the entrance that’s devoted to taking off the shoes. You can take off the shoes there and leave them facing the front door. The host will often give you slippers you can wear while you’re inside.

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Huge Size

Madagascar is the fourth largest island on the planet, right after Greenland, New Guinea, and Borneo. It’s also larger than many countries like Thailand, Spain, and Germany. Its population is bigger than you might expect—around 26 million people live in Madagascar.

Late Discovery

Madagascar was discovered around 500 AD, hundreds of thousands of years after homo sapiens have been living in Africa. 

Diverse Nature

Madagascar belongs to a list of 17 countries with megadiverse nature. It’s amazing how many different species live here and it’s mostly because humankind didn’t discover the island sooner. Over half of all the chameleons in the world live there, as well as several unique species of lemur.

Pirate Favorite

Madagascar was very popular as a hiding spot among pirates once. It was relatively hidden from Europe and had many places just perfect for hiding. One part of it was known as the Island of Pirates for a long time.

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There Are More Sheep Than People

Believe it or not, there are more sheep living in Australia than there are people. In fact, the number is more than twice bigger. This, however, is not as shocking as the New Zealand statistics, where there are 3 million people and 60 million sheep.

Most Greeks Outside Greece

There are around 400,000 Australians of Greek ancestry living in Melbourne, which means the city has the largest Greek population outside of Greece. So, if you fancy greek food while in Melbourne, know that it’ll be worth your while.

Most Animals Don’t Live Anywhere Else

Around 90% of Australia’s animals don’t naturally live anywhere else on the planet (according to Australia’s Nature Conservancy). In this group are animals like koalas, wombats, echidna, and tiger quoll. Interestingly, kangaroos don’t belong to this group. This animal’s origins are in South America although most of them live in Australia today.

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1. The term “Scandinavia” in local usage counts 3 kingdoms: Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. However, in English usage, the term refers to the Scandinavian Peninsula, which includes Finland and Iceland as well.
2. During the Polar Nights of the Norwegian winter, the sun is up for only 3 hours a day, and in some parts, it doesn’t come out at all. However, in the summer, there is 24-hours of daylight.
3. Denmark is the birthplace of Lego that was invented in Billund in 1932.
4. Ikea and H&M are also Scandinavian brands, precisely Swedish.
5. The tallest hill in Denmark is 170 m high.
6. During Easter in Sweden, the kids dress up and go from house to house asking for candy.
7. “Moose-crossing” sign is the most popular souvenir in Sweden.
8. Finland is called “The Land of the 1,000 Lakes”. However, the country has more than 188,000 lakes with 98,000 small islands.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BoSQUZ9hD9w/?tagged=scandinavia

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1. Jamaica is the fourth-largest country and the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean Sea.
2. It is a Commonwealth realm and the head of state is Queen Elizabeth II.
3. Like Brits, Jamaicans drive on the left side of the road, as well.
4. Jamaica is a huge exporter of bananas, coffee, and sugar. It is also famous for its manufacture of aircraft, as well.
5. They mainly have African ancestry, mixed with European, Chinese, Indian, Lebanese minorities.
6. In Jamaican culture, there is a tradition called “the baby’s tree”, where after the birth, the placenta is buried and a tree is planted in the same exact spot.
7. The national currency is the Jamaican dollar.
8. 64% of Jamaicans are Protestants.
9. Rum is the national drink. It is often mixed with other beverages.
10. Breakfast and dinner are the two most important meals, they are large and rich, while lunches are tiny. 

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