A number of foreign languages are spoken in Bulgaria. Russian is the most commonly spoken foreign language in the country. 35% of the country’s population claim to possess a workable knowledge of this language. English is the second most common foreign language in Bulgaria. Is English well spoken in Bulgaria? As with so many countries […]
What Sea is east of Sicily?
Ionian Sea. Gulf of Catania, Italian Golfo Di Catania, inlet of the Ionian Sea on the eastern coast of Sicily. About 20 miles (32 km) long and 5 miles (8 km) wide, it lies between Cape Campolato (south) and Cape Molini (north). The gulf receives the Simeto River below Catania, its chief port. What seas […]
Does Ireland have mosquitoes?
We have mosquitoes in Ireland, the commonest being Culex pipiens. They can be seen hovering over water and marshy places in the late summer and early autumn, especially in the south and east of the country. Are mosquitoes bad in Ireland? The answer is yes, we do have mosquitoes in Ireland, and we have had […]
What should you not wear in France?
The do’s and dont’s of what to wear in Paris. DON’T wear workout clothes. They have no place on the streets of Paris, and Parisians will immediately spot you as a tourist. If you want to fit in, avoid sweatpants, workout shorts and tees, and flashy sneakers. Is there a dress code in France? “In […]
Is Dublin affluent?
Affluence is found concentrated around east and south Dublin, counties Kildare and Wicklow, parts of Galway and Cork cities and in scattered pockets across the State, with poverty remaining concentrated around north and west Dublin, small towns, some urban areas and along the western seaboard. Is Dublin a wealthy city? IRELAND may have endured four […]
Can I fly from Australia to Denmark?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Australia to Denmark for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,131, but on average you can expect to pay $1,440. Can I fly to Denmark right now? Fully vaccinated travelers from the United States may travel to Denmark for any reason, including […]
What are France’s weaknesses?
WEAKNESSES Insufficient number of exporting companies, loss of competitiveness and market share. Weakening of the product range, insufficient innovation efforts. Low employment rate of young people and senior citizens. Room for improving the efficiency of public spending. High public debt. Growing private debt. What was the main problem in the French economy? Unemployment is high […]
Is Florence more expensive than Rome?
Easy, Rome is definately more expensive. When you factor in the cost of rooms, food and entertainment you are paying a big premium for the city. If you look hard enough you can do Florence on a budget and still get a good deal but in Rome cheap means nasty. Is Florence very expensive? Fortunately, […]
Is Rome part of France?
Yes, France was part of the Roman Empire. France, along with nearby countries, such as Belgium, were called Gaul at the time Rome took over these… Which country owns Rome? country of ItalyRome, Italian Roma, historic city and capital of Roma provincia (province), of Lazio regione (region), and of the country of Italy. Rome is […]
Is Barcelona water safe to drink?
Yes, the tap water in Barcelona is safe to drink. Is it OK to drink tap water in Spain? Yes, at least 99.5% of all public tap water in Spain is safe to drink according to international water quality standards. But there are issues such as taste, odor chlorine by-products, microplastics and local pipe contaminants. […]
What can you do for free in Budapest?
Here are 15 things to do for free in Budapest: Visit Heroes Square. Certainly one of the most photographed spots in Pest is Heroes Square. Climb Castle Hill. Stroll along Fishermans’s Bastion. Join a free walking tour. Eat your way through the Great Market. Jewish quarter. Marvel at Parliament. Explore Kerepesi cemetery. How much money […]
What is considered wealthy in France?
What does it mean to be “rich” in France? A new report defines it as having at least twice the national median income, and says that there are five million such “rich people” living in France. What salary is rich in France? A new study defines a monthly net income of €3,470 as being ‘rich’ […]
Do people in Iceland have family names?
Unlike other Nordics, Icelanders have continued to use their traditional name system, which was formerly used by all Nordic countries except partly Finland. The Icelandic system is thus not based on family names (although some people do have family names and might use both systems). How do last names work in Iceland? The format of […]
What is the drinking age in Denmark?
The first age restriction (15 years) on buying alcohol from retail outlets was imposed in 1998. This was raised to 16 years in 2004 and again to 18 years for drinks stronger than 16.5% vol. in 2010. Can you drink at 16 in Denmark? There’s no age requirement for drinking alcohol in Denmark. For example, […]
How many years was Bulgaria under Ottoman rule?
500 years. The history of Ottoman Bulgaria spans nearly 500 years, from the conquest by the Ottoman Empire of the smaller kingdoms emerging from the disintegrating Second Bulgarian Empire in the late 14th century, to the Liberation of Bulgaria in 1878. When did Bulgaria fall under Ottoman rule? Bulgarian–Ottoman wars Bulgarian-Ottoman Wars Date 1345 – […]