The average animal might live for up to 40 years, with the oldest reportedly reaching the ripe old age of 59. The horse’s physical excellence is far from the only reason why it’s so adored by the Icelandic people. Do Icelandic horses live longer? Icelandic horses usually live a long and healthy life and their […]
Why is property in Valencia so cheap?
Prices are so low because Valencia has been hit by Spain’s deepest economic downturn for half a century, which has deterred buyers despite publicity over the Grand Prix and the America’s Cup. Is Valencia a good place to buy property? Valencia city is a very desirable place as it is a coastal city with a […]
Who saved Paris in ww2?
General der Infanterie General der Infanterie Dietrich von Choltitz Nickname(s) “Saviour of Paris” “Butcher of Sevastopol” Born 9 November 1894 Gräflich Wiese, German Empire (now Łąka Prudnicka, Poland) Died 5 November 1966 (aged 71) Baden-Baden, West Germany Buried Baden-Baden cemetery Who liberated Paris in WWII? After more than four years of Nazi occupation, Paris is […]
Is Budapest flat or hilly?
Budapest’s relief is highly varied: the eastern side of the Danube (Pest) is essentially flat, while the western side (Buda) is hilly. The Buda Hills, which stretch into the city, are covered with forests. Is Budapest hilly? Buda, traditional home of royalty, castles and Elven-style fortresses, sits on the hilly west; while Pest, a commercial […]
What do Norway do for Christmas?
Christmas Eve is the main event in Norwegian Christmas celebration. The first part of the day is often spent rushing around for the last Christmas presents, or in church for Christmas service. At five the bells ring out for Christmas, and most people have Christmas dinner at home or with relatives. What is Santa Claus […]
Does Turkey have a powerful military?
After becoming a member of NATO in 1952, Turkey initiated a comprehensive modernization program for its armed forces.The Turkish Armed Forces is the second largest standing military force in NATO, after the U.S. Armed Forces, with an estimated strength in 2015 of 639,551 military, civilian and paramilitary personnel. What rank is Turkey in military? For […]
What is the smoking age in Iceland?
18. The sale of tobacco products is prohibited to persons under the age of 18. What country can you smoke at 16? Around the world, the minimum age to buy cigarettes or other tobacco products varies, primarily according to each country’s age of majority. Comoros and Sao Tome & Principe set their official minimum age […]
Is Friday a work day in Turkey?
Not in Turkey, in Turkey Friday is a working day. Working week in Turkey is from Monday thru Friday. Weekend days are Saturday and Sunday, like Europe and USA. Is Friday a holiday in Turkey? Friday is the traditional Islamic weekly holiday, although this is now Sunday in Turkey. Many Turkish men attend the Friday […]
Why did Poland get smaller?
As a result of the Potsdam Agreement to which Poland’s government-in-exile was not invited, Poland lost 179,000 square kilometres (69,000 square miles) (45%) of prewar territories in the east, including over 12 million citizens of whom 4.3 million were Polish-speakers. Why did Poland’s population decrease after WWII? Today’s scholars of independent Poland believe that 1.8 […]
Can I drink the water in Portugal?
If you live in or travel to Portugal: It’s generally safe and healthy to drink the public tap water across Portugal.Although restaurants will serve bottled water by default, it’s fine to ask for tap water. Can I drink the water in Lisbon? How safe is the water in Portugal? Tap water in Lisbon and elsewhere […]
How many calories does Lyons tea with milk have?
A cup of LYONS Tea without milk is virtually calorie free. Even with semi-skimmed milk it contains just 14 calories. How many calories are in tea with milk? While black tea is most commonly used, you can use any type of tea to prepare milk tea. If you use 4 ounces (120 ml) of whole […]
Why do the Netherlands drink so much coffee?
A drank (beverage) that is lekker warm (nice and warm) helps fight that cold – while also keeping you awake. Koffie became widespread in Europe in the 1500s and 1600s, and the Dutch managed to take a big chunk of the international koffiehandel (coffee trade). And so, the drink also became popular in the Netherlands. […]
Do foreigners pay taxes in Finland?
A non-resident individual (e.g. occasionally working in Finland) is taxed on Finnish-source income only. Unless lower rates are provided in a tax treaty, tax rates are 35% on employment income and 30% on dividends, interest (however, interest income is normally not taxable for a non-resident) and royalties. Do expats pay taxes in Finland? Finland has […]
What is Denmark most known for?
Denmark is known for being Hans Christian Andersen’s birthplace, for the Little Mermaid statue, and for being the Happiest Nation worldwide. However, there are much more to know about this small Scandinavian country that most foreigners haven’t found out yet. What is Denmark famous for? Like the rest of Scandinavia, Denmark is known for its […]
Is Easter celebrated in Denmark?
Denmark is a Christian country (at least on paper) and Easter celebrations therefore include Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday. These are national holidays in Denmark. Schools are closed and most people do not work. What is Easter called in Denmark? PåskedagPublic holidays in Denmark Date English Name Danish Name Friday before […]