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How did the city of Lyon get its name?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Lugdunum, the Roman name of the city, was officially founded in 43 BC by Lucius Munatius Plancus, then Governor of Gaul. The first Roman settlements were on Fourvière hill.In the Middle Ages, the city developed on both banks of the Saone. The name “Lion” or “Lyon” appeared in the 13th century. How did Lyon get […]

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What makes Milan unique?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

So you see, Milan is a very special place for shopping. It’s a great, fun stop on any Italian vacation. You will have fun doing some Milan shopping and also exploring its many other charms – from Leonardo Da Vinci’s last supper, the Duomo – its striking gothic cathedral and La Scala Opera House. What […]

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What tanks do Ukraine have?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Tanks Model Origin Type T-84 Ukraine Main battle tank T-80 Soviet Union Ukraine Main battle tank T-72 Soviet Union Russia Ukraine Main battle tank T-64 Soviet Union Ukraine Main battle tank What type of tanks does Ukraine have? The T-84 is a Ukrainian main battle tank (MBT), a development of the Soviet T-80 main battle […]

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Which of the following dance originated in Austria?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Austrian folk dancing is mostly associated with Schuhplattler, Ländler, polka and waltz. However, there are other dances such as Zwiefacher, Kontratänze and Sprachinseltänze. What is the traditional dance of Austria? Ländler, traditional couple dance of Bavaria and Alpine Austria. What dance of the peasants dance in Austria and Bavaria? waltzThe weller, or turning dances, were […]

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What is an ATM in France?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

ATMs – called distributeur automatique de billets in French – are widely available at airports and in France’s major cities and towns. There’s an ATM inside or outside most bank branches, often below an eye-catching sign that says retrait – the French word for “withdrawal”. Post offices also have ATMs. What is an ATM and […]

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How much does a hospital visit cost in Switzerland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Adults have to pay the first CHF 300 each year ‘excess’ for medical treatment, excluding maternity care. There is also a charge of CHF 15 a day for hospital stays. Are hospitals free in Switzerland? There are no free state-provided health services, but private health insurance is compulsory for all persons residing in Switzerland (within […]

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Is it easy to immigrate to Iceland?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

If you are not a citizen of the EEA/EPTA, immigrating to Iceland is more challenging, but it’s worth the time and effort required. You can become a citizen of Iceland in one of three ways:Attend a university in Iceland. Students are granted a residence permit and sometimes a limited work permit. Who can immigrate to […]

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What is Germany’s eighth most populous city?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Leipzig. Leipzig is the most populous city in the German state of Saxony. With a population of 605,407 inhabitants as of 2021, it is Germany’s eighth most populous city as well as the second most populous city in the area of former East Germany after Berlin. What is Germany’s 8th most populous city? Here’s the […]

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Who ruled Greece after Alexander the Great?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

After Alexander died in 323 B.C., his generals (known as the Diadochoi) divided his conquered lands amongst themselves. Soon, those fragments of the Alexandrian empire had become three powerful dynasties: the Seleucids of Syria and Persia, the Ptolemies of Egypt and the Antigonids of Greece and Macedonia. Who were the 4 Kings after Alexander the […]

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Do they drink coffee in Croatia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Croatians love their coffee. Forget a café on every corner—here, entire streets are lined with café bars.They sip their coffee, with or without a cigarette; on their own, or with friends. It doesn’t matter if they have company; it’s a pleasure enjoyed either way. Why is there no Starbucks in Croatia? Croatian coffee culture certainly […]

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What is special about Icelandic people?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Icelanders also have the strongest men per capita, having had two individuals win the World’s Strongest Man contest. Icelanders even have the world’s most Nobel Prize winners per capita, despite only having one – one in 360,000 is still the world’s best ratio of Nobel laureates compared to other populations. What makes Icelandic unique? Iceland’s […]

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What’s a good salary in Finland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Salaries in Finland are generally good, with yearly salaries ranging between €7,679 and €259,222. The median salary stands at €54,564 per annum. What is the average income in Finland? In 2020, the average monthly earnings in Finland amounted to 3,594 euros. The average earnings in the central government sector reached 4,036 euros per month, while […]

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Does Hungary still exist?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

On 23 October 1989, Hungary became a democratic parliamentary republic. Hungary joined the European Union in 2004 and has been part of the Schengen Area since 2007. Hungary is a middle power in international affairs, owing mostly to its cultural and economic influence. What country is Hungary now? Central EuropeHungary is a country in Central […]

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How can I live in Finland permanently?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

You can get a permanent residence permit when you have lived in Finland on a continuous residence permit (A permit) for an uninterrupted period of four years. You can get a P_EU residence permit when you have lived in Finland on a continuous residence permit (A permit) for an uninterrupted period of five years. How […]

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Where does tap water come from Sweden?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Water quality Half of Sweden’s local water supplies come from surface water, that is, from lakes and running watercourses. The other half come from groundwater. Is it OK to drink tap water in Sweden? Tap water in Sweden is of high quality and is perfectly safe to drink.If the tap water is suspected to contain […]

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