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Is the Maldives a good place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Yes, as expats you have easy access to amazing resorts, yachts, and incredible diving, all at discounted rates. But the rest of the time you live in a very strict Muslim country on an extremely densely populated island… While I left, other expats stayed and got used to life in the Maldives. How expensive is […]

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What language is spoken in Moscow?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Russian language. Moskovskoye proiznosheniye, IPA: [mɐˈskofskəjə prəɪznɐˈʂenʲɪɪ]), sometimes Central Russian, is the spoken Russian language variety used in Moscow – one of the two major pronunciation norms of the Russian language alongside the Saint Petersburg norm. What languages are spoken in Moscow Russia? Languages of Russia Official Russian official throughout nation; thirty-five others coofficial in […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Moscow, Russia

Which island is famous for boat building in Maldives?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Alifushi. Alifushi. Alifushi is an ancient inhabited island that is famous for its carpentry and boat building. Which island is famous for boats? This has earned Man-O-War Cay the title of “Boat-building capital of The Bahamas.” It is believed that the Loyalists greatly influenced the craft of boat building, which has been passed down from […]

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Did Nepal lose any war?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Nepal suffered a defeat but given that Nepal had fought with small troops against huge and well-armed troops of British India, the defeat was almost a foregone conclusion. But there is one that Nepal can claim to have stood victorious: The World War II. When was Nepal defeated? Anglo-Nepalese War Date 1 November 1814 – […]

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Which is the oldest temple in Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Ketheeswaram temple. Ketheeswaram temple (Tamil: திருக்கேதீசுவரம் Tirukkētīsvaram) is an ancient Hindu temple in Mannar, Northern Province, Sri Lanka.Ketheeswaram temple. Tirukkētīsvaram Location in Northern Province, Sri Lanka Geographic coordinates 8°57′28.3″N 79°57′46.8″ECoordinates: 8°57′28.3″N 79°57′46.8″E Architecture Which one is the oldest temple in the world? Göbekli TepeIn 2008, however, the German archaeologist Klaus Schmidt determined that Göbekli Tepe […]

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Is there WIFI in North Korea?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Internet access is available in North Korea, but is only permitted with special authorization. Online services for most individuals and institutions are provided through a free domestic-only network known as Kwangmyong, with access to the global Internet limited to a much smaller group. Do they have cell phones in North Korea? Smartphones in North Korea […]

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Can foreigners buy property in Indonesia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

For many years Indonesia has decreed that land in Indonesia can only be owned by Indonesian citizens. Thus, if you want to buy a house (as a foreigner), this would have been legally impossible.As stated in this law, foreigners are only permitted to purchase land or homes under the “Right to Use” (Hak Pakai) title. […]

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What is transportation like in Tokyo?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Tokyo is covered by a dense network of train, subway and bus lines, which are operated by about a dozen different companies. The train lines operated by JR East and the subway lines are most convenient for moving around central Tokyo. Does Tokyo have good transportation? Japan takes pride in their efficient transport system, and […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Japan, Tokyo

Who is richest person in Thailand?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The top 10 richest in Thailand are: Chearavanont Brothers; US$30.2 billion. Chalerm Yoovidhya; $24.5 billion. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi; $12.7 billion. Chirathivat Family; $11.6 billion. Sarath Ratanavadi; $8.9 billion. Osathanugrah Family; $3.5 billion. Somphote Ahunai; $3.3 billion. Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth; $3.25 billion. How many billionaires are there in Thailand? 30 billionairesIn 2018, Thailand had around 30 billionaires. Who […]

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When was the first census taken in Nepal?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

1911. First population count was undertaken in 1911 in Nepal. Four censuses before the 1952/54 census are known as “head counts”. After 1961, a census has been taken in every ten years. Censuses up to 1961 were manually processed and tabulated. When was the first census taken in Nepal in Nepali date? The first population […]

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Does Thailand import food?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

To import foods for sale into Thailand, the importer is required to obtain either an import license from the FDA under the Food Act, or an import license from the Ministry of Commerce (“MOC”) under the Export and Import of Goods Act BE 2522 (AD 1979), depending on the types of products. Where does Thailand […]

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Are there crocodiles in Penang?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

BUTTERWORTH: The crocodile – almost four meters long and an estimated 500kg – caught in Penang was most likely an “interstate traveller”, said Malaysian Nature Society adviser D.Kanda Kumar believes it swam over from the mangrove swamp in Perak, near the border with Penang, which spans thousands of hectares. Does Penang have crocodiles? GEORGE TOWN: […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Malaysia, Penang

What is the biggest problem in Jakarta?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Rapid urbanization in the megacity of Jakarta caused a wide range of urban problems in the last few decades. Two major problems are traffic congestions and floods. Jakarta is estimated to lose US$3 billion a year because of traffic congestion which can’t be separated from the high growth rate of vehicle ownership. What are major […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Indonesia, Jakarta

Are there leopards in Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Only one population of Indochinese leopards (Panthera pardus delacouri) remains in all of eastern Indochina, and that population is facing a steep decline, according to new research.The leopard once appeared throughout all of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam. What countries have leopards? Leopards are found in Africa and Asia, from the Middle Eastern nations to Russia, […]

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Who was the last queen of Sri Lanka?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

One major change was the shifting of the capital of Sri Lanka owing to the South Indian invasions. Kandy was chosen as the last kingdom of the king’s of Sri Lanka. And the final queen of the island was recorded from the Kandyan kingdom. Dona Katharina or Kusumadevi was the daughter of Wimaladharmasuriya 1. Who […]

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