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Is Lisbon clean?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Lisbon’s clean, unpolluted air and benign climate encourage people to live life outdoors for most of the year, and the City of Light is pleasantly affordable compared with other western European capitals. Is Portugal a clean country? In fact, Portugal has ranked 4th in the 2018 Global Peace Index as one of the most peaceful […]

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How long can EU citizens stay in Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

three months. When do I need to register my residence in Denmark? As an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen you may freely enter Denmark and remain for up to three months without registering your residence with the Danish authorities. Can a EU citizen live in Denmark? If you are a citizen of an EU/EEA country, Switzerland […]

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When did France became an absolute monarchy?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Absolute monarchy in France slowly emerged in the 16th century and became firmly established during the 17th century. When was the last absolute monarchy in France? Kingdom of France Kingdom of France Royaume de France Government Feudal absolute monarchy (987–1791) constitutional monarchy (1791–1792; 1814–1815; 1815–1848) King • 987–996 Hugh Capet (first) • 1830–1848 Louis Philippe […]

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What is Barcelona known as?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The city is referred to as the Ciutat Comtal in Catalan and Ciudad Condal in Spanish (i.e., “Comital City” or “City of Counts”), owing to its past as the seat of the Count of Barcelona. What is the nickname of Barcelona city? The name Barça is frequently used by tourists when referring to the city, […]

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How wealthy is Bulgaria?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Economy of Bulgaria Statistics GDP $81 billion (nominal, 2021 est.) $175 billion (PPP, 2021 est.) GDP rank 72nd (nominal, 2019) 73rd (PPP, 2020) GDP growth 3.1% (2018) 3.7% (2019) −3.8% (2020) 4.5% (2021) GDP per capita $11,350 (nominal, 2021 est.) $26,448 (PPP, 2021 est.) Is Bulgaria a rich or poor country? The World Bank classifies […]

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Is Madrid or Barcelona nicer?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

If you have only a brief time in the city, you cannot fail to be impressed by Barcelona. But take a little more time and Madrid’s charms become apparent. Cheaper, with more variety, better food, and generally more to do than Barcelona, Madrid gets the top prize for a longer trip. Is Madrid safer than […]

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Is Oslo more expensive than London?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Oslo has been overtaken by London as the world’s most expensive city to live in, due to the spiralling property and travel costs in the British capital.Together with the high cost of transport (26 percent more than Oslo), this brought London a score of 280, compared to Oslo’s 267. Is Norway more expensive than England? […]

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What do they drink in Copenhagen?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Typical Danish alcoholic beverages include akvavit, mjød and gløgg. Akvavit called snaps as well is a high proof spirit made from potatoes and flavored with a variety of herbs. Mjød is mead, it is made of fermented honey with water and spices. What is a popular drink in Denmark? Akvavit is by far one of […]

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Is Spanish spoken in Portugal?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In Portugal they don’t speak Spanish, they speak Portuguese.As a consequence the Portuguese language is spoken in Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, São Tomé and Principe, Guinea-Bissau, Brazil, East Timor and Macau. Do they speak Spanish in Portugal? Today, Spanish is spoken in the European countries of Portugal and Andorra, and by a large number of […]

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Does the US Navy go to Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Iceland has no military, but the country’s coast guard fulfills most military missions, and is responsible for maintaining Keflavik as a military installation. The last U.S. forces left Iceland in 2006. U.S. aircraft occasionally still use the base’s facilities. Does the US Navy still have a base in Iceland? The base was built during World […]

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Should I move to Norway or Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

While Norway is certainly better for hard-core outdoor enthusiasts, Sweden is a great choice for most people looking to explore Scandinavia for more than stunning scenery. If you want great food, good public transportation and a bit of cash savings, Sweden could be your more suitable option. Is it better to live in Norway or […]

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What percentage of Norway’s population is white?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Norway Demographics The ethnicities in Norway are recorded as Norwegian 83.2% (includes about 60,000 Sami), other European 8.3%, other 8.5% by the Factbook as well. Based on those 2010 estimates, the median age overall was 39.7 years. What is the racial composition of Norway? Norway’s population of over 5 million is predominately composed of ethnic […]

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Where do people swim in Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Blue Lagoon is the most famous pool in Iceland and one of the most popular Iceland attractions. It has been named as one of the 25 wonders of the world according to National Geographic and an absolute must-see on your trip to Iceland. The milky blue waters and the white silica mud make the […]

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Can foreigners live in Amsterdam?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Visas and Work Permits. If you wish to move to Amsterdam, know that the Netherlands allows citizens of certain countries to immigrate without a visa. However, if your country is not on the list of lucky exceptions, you will need to get all three: a visa and both residency and work permits. Can foreigners live […]

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Does Austria have an air force?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Austrian Air Force (German: Österreichische Luftstreitkräfte, lit. ‘Austrian Air Fighting Force’) is a component part of the Austrian Armed Forces. Is there a US Air Force base in Austria? U.S. Forces in Austria (USFA) are composed of four military posts at Salzburg, Vienna, Linz, and Leghorn, Italy.Here USFA headquarters are located. What type of […]

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