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Is it worth doing Masters in Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Here are a few reasons to consider a Masters degree in Sweden: Free tuition – If you’re an EU, EEA or Swiss national, you won’t have to pay any tuition fees. High living standards – Sweden has some of the highest living standards in the world, frequently appearing at the top of various quality of […]

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Was Game of Thrones filmed in Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Dubrovnik. In HBO’s epic fantasy series Game of Thrones, the Croatian city of Dubrovnik doubled for King’s Landing. Visitors can see the Red Keep, the House of the Undying and the setting of the Purple Wedding as well as dozens of other locations. You can either book a place on a Game of Thrones-themed guided […]

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Why choose Cambridge over Oxford?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

A small city where almost a fifth of the population are students and the centre is dominated by the University; it could be the place for you if you’re after a small town feel. Cambridge is more laid-back than Oxford and arguably prettier, with a river flowing through the city centre and countryside surroundings. Why […]

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How do the Venice flood gates work?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Most of the gates are located on the Lido inlet, which is the closest to Venice and consists of two channels. When MOSE is activated, the floodgates fill with compressed air to bring them to the surface. How do flood gates work? When closed, the gates meet at an obtuse angle that points upstream in […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Venice

Is Serbia in the EU?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Serbia officially applied for European Union membership on 22 December 2009. Accession negotiations are currently ongoing. Serbia is expected to complete its negotiations by the end of 2024, allowing it to join the Union by 2025. Accession of Serbia to the European Union. Serbian EU accession bid Approved 1 March 2012 Admitted No Entry possible […]

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Is Athens a girls name?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The name Athens is a girl’s name. Athens the city takes its name from Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and courage. Is Athen a boy name? Athen – Boy’s name meaning, origin, and popularity | BabyCenter. Is Athens a common name? While the name Ethan has been in the top 100 most popular names […]

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Why does Belgium have two languages?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Why do Belgium have two languages? DESPITE being a relatively small country, two major languages are spoken around Belgium.The diversity is due to the countries chequered history, with it constantly changing hands between various nations until independence from the Dutch in 1830. Why are there two languages in Belgium? In 1830, the Belgians had enough […]

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Which side did Bulgaria fight on in ww2?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Soviet. Now Bulgaria was on the Soviet side, and Germany the enemy. Many men were drafted by the Red Army, including my great-grandfather. When WWII ended, Bulgaria was on the side of the victorious powers. Why did Bulgaria switch sides in ww2? After the failure of the Italian invasion of Greece, Nazi Germany demanded that […]

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Which county in Ireland is the most beautiful?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In Northern Ireland, County Antrim is arguably the most beautiful county in the country. County Antrim is a microcosm of the entire country, as within its long boundaries you can find cities, towns, villages, national parks, waterfalls, forests and coastal scenery. What is the prettiest county in Ireland? The 10 most beautiful counties in Ireland […]

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How do you spot tourists in Barcelona?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Barcelona tourist attractions & sights Top attraction: Sagrada Familia. Visit Park Güell. Camp Nou Stadium of FC Barcelona. Casa Mila & Casa Battló of Gaudì Picasso Museum of Barcelona. Tourist spot: Las Ramblas. Parc de Montjuïc & Magic Fountain. Palau de la Música Catalana. What is considered rude in Barcelona? Those who expect waiters to […]

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Is Krakow a nice place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Although Krakow is one of the largest cities in Poland compared to other European cities, the cost of living is quite attractive. Krakow has a quite high quality of life, with great options for entertainment and excellent transport infrastructure. This city, just like most big cities in Poland, is quite safe. Is Krakow a good […]

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How did Spain treat Mexico?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

negative effects. At first, Spaniards destroyed Mexican culture(civilizations, heritage buildings). They slaughtered many natives and took lots of resources, such as silver and gold from Mexico, however, they never gave anything in return. Spain made Encomienda system and enslaved natives. What happened between Mexico and Spain? On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a […]

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Is Naples Italy pretty?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Naples is a real city, vibrant and beautiful, but also a bit chaotic, and some travelers have had problems there. Is Naples Italy beautiful? It is now acclaimed as one of the most beautiful Italian cities. The cultural heritage is present in its art, churches, castles, museums, and dining. Naples has layers and layers of […]

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Is Algarve a good place to retire?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

You may know the Algarve as a great holiday destination, but Portugal’s southern region is also a great place to retire. Easy to get to and easy to get around, the Algarve offers an excellent quality of life for retirees no matter what the budget. How much do I need to retire in the Algarve? […]

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What is Finland’s human name?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Tino Väinämöinen. Finland Finland フィンランド Name: Republic Of Finland (Suomen Tasavalta) Human Name: Tino Väinämöinen (ティノ・ヴァイナマイネン, Tino Vainamainen) Alternative Spelling(s): Bohumil Age: Around 20 Whats a person from Finland called? Finns or Finnish people (Finnish: suomalaiset, IPA: [ˈsuo̯mɑlɑi̯set]) are a Baltic Finnic ethnic group native to Finland. Finns are traditionally divided into smaller regional groups […]

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