London is frequently regarded as one of the best student cities in the world, and with good reason. Student life in the capital has everything you could want, from excellent transport systems to an endless variety of shops, bars and restaurants. Why is London good for students? There are so many reasons why students love […]
Why is Wales part of the UK?
In the late 13th century, King Edward I conquered the western Principality of Wales, claiming it as a territory of England.Under King Henry VIII, England passed Acts of Union extending English laws and norms into Wales. This was the first major political union in what would become the U.K. Why is Wales a separate country? […]
Is Lyon or Marseille bigger?
If counted with the metropolitan area, the population of Lyon is by far greater than that of Marseille (see the table at the end of this article). Is Lyon the largest city in France? Largest French cities classed by population of metropolitan area Rank City Region or area 1 Paris* Ile de France 2 Lyon* […]
Did Rome conquer Sparta?
Yes, Rome conquered Sparta and the rest of Greece in 146 BC. When the Roman Empire was split in two, Sparta became part of the Eastern Roman Empire,… Did Rome ever fight Sparta? The Laconian War of 195 BC was fought between the Greek city-state of Sparta and a coalition composed of Rome, the Achaean […]
Who built the wall between Scotland and England?
the emperor Hadrian. It was built by the Roman army on the orders of the emperor Hadrian following his visit to Britain in AD 122. At 73 miles (80 Roman miles) long, it crossed northern Britain from Wallsend on the River Tyne in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in the west. Did the Romans built a […]
Why Netherlands is a good place to live?
According to the World Economic Forum, the Netherlands comes top for the best place to live for expat families in 2018. It’s really no surprise in a country with a great economy, great childcare, great healthcare, great education system, excellent English and a life revolving around biking. Is Netherlands a good country to live? In […]
Do you pay for hospital in Italy?
Is healthcare free in Italy? Healthcare in Italy is not free, but the fees are usually quite reasonable and Emergency Medical Assistance is provided to anyone in need, regardless of their nationality, without asking for upfront payment. Healthcare in Italy is provided to anyone with a mixed Public and Private system. Do you have to […]
How much is a bottle of Amsterdam?
Common New Amsterdam Vodka Price Type Size Price New Amsterdam Original Vodka 750ml $9.97 – $13.99 1L $13.29 – $18.99 1.75L $18.99 – $19.99 New Amsterdam 100 Proof Vodka 750ml $9.97 – $13.99 How much is Amsterdam drink? New Amsterdam bottle sizes and prices Bottle Size Price (USD) New Amsterdam Mango 750ml $13.99 New Amsterdam […]
How did the Battle of Culloden change Scotland?
The course of British, European and world history was changed at Culloden on 16 April 1746. A ferocious war had come to Scotland, dividing families and setting clan against clan. It was here that the Jacobite army took their last stand to reclaim the thrones of Britain from the Hanoverians for a Stuart king. What […]
What is Frankfurt skin made of?
Cellulose, usually from cotton linters or wood pulp, is processed to make viscose, which is then extruded into clear, tough casings for making wieners and franks. They also are shirred for easier use and can be treated with dye to make “red hots”. The casing is peeled off after cooking, resulting in “skinless” franks. What […]
Can you take sand home from Iceland?
Can you bring sand back from Iceland? It’s not illegal to take black sand from Iceland’s beaches, but generally, it’s best to leave Iceland’s nature alone. The old motto ‘take only photos, leave only footprints’ certainly applies here. Is it illegal to take sand from the beach in Iceland? “We were so amazed and excited […]
How is Amsterdam in March?
March in Amsterdam tends to be cold but occasionally can be mild as spring begins to take hold. Daytime high temperatures will be mostly in the mid-40s F (7C – 8C) early in the month, warming into the lower 50s F (10C -11C) near the end of the month. Is Amsterdam good to visit in […]
Where are most migrants in Italy from?
The distribution of foreign born population is largely uneven in Italy: 59.5% of immigrants live in the northern part of the country (the most economically developed area), 25.4% in the central one, while only 15.1% live in the southern regions.Statistics. Year Population 2019 5,255,503 (8.7%) Where do people immigrate to Italy from? Data on the […]
What is the race of Ukraine?
East Slavic ethnic group native to Ukraine. They are the seventh-largest nation in Europe and the second-largest among the East Slavs after the Russians. What are the race and ethnicity of Ukraine? Demographics of Ukraine Nationality noun: Ukrainian(s) adjective: Ukrainian Major ethnic Ukrainians (77.8%) 2001 Minor ethnic Russians (17.3%) 2001 Language What is the race […]
What animals are indigenous to Denmark?
Denmark is home to a large number of deer, hare, rodents, bats, carnivores (like weasels and foxes), insects, freshwater fish, more than 300 unique species of birds, and cetaceans directly off the coast. Larger wildlife such as elks, wild boars, and aurochs went extinct in the country after the arrival of humans. What animals are […]