The rate of crime in Madrid is 23.28 per 1,000 residents during a standard year.Your chance of being a victim of crime in Madrid may be as high as 1 in 36 in the north neighborhoods, or as low as 1 in 46 in the south part of the city. How bad is Madrid crime? […]
Is Sweden a friendly country?
In a ranking of 65 countries around the world for “Friendliness” and “Finding Friends”, the Nordics ranks at the very bottom of the list. Among the countries listed in the “Friendliness” category, Sweden was listed at 56, Denmark at 59, and Norway at 50. The friendliest country is, according to the report, Portugal. Is Sweden […]
Is Iceland still popular?
Iceland’s popularity in recent years has seen an exponential growth in tourism: 2017 saw over two million travellers flock to its captivating and wild shores, compared to well under half a million in 2010. The explosion of visitors to Iceland has prompted some to propose Iceland is overrun with tourists. Why is Iceland so popular […]
What keeps Iceland warmer than expected?
The island lies in the path of the North Atlantic Current, which makes its climate more temperate than would be expected for its latitude just south of the Arctic Circle. This effect is aided by the Irminger Current, which also helps to moderate the island’s temperature. The weather in Iceland is notoriously variable. What keeps […]
Are Scotland in the World Cup 2022?
SCOTLAND are a step closer to World Cup qualification after beating Moldova 2-0 on Friday night. The win, thanks to goals from Nathan Patterson and Che Adams, means Scotland sealed their place in the play-offs for the tournament in 2022. Has Scotland qualified for the World Cup 2022? The group winners, Denmark, qualified directly for […]
Who ruled Italy after the Romans?
It was held by the Byzantine Empire after the fall of Rome in the West and even the Lombards failed to consolidate it, though the centre of the south was theirs from Zotto’s conquest in the final quarter of the 6th century. Who took over Italy after the Romans? OdoacerFALL OF ROME Rome was sacked […]
What is the wealthiest city in Italy?
Milan. Milan is the capital of the Lombardy region in northern Italy and is the wealthiest city in Italy. Where do the rich live in Italy? Basiglio, an area near Milan, is the richest community in the country, with residents bringing in an average €53,589 a year, Milan Today reported. What is the most luxurious […]
How long does it take to get AC permit in Switzerland?
The standard residency requirement for a “C” permit in Switzerland is 10 years. However, EU/EFTA citizens and nationals from the US and Canada can apply after 5 years. Relatives of Swiss citizens can also apply earlier. How do I get a C learners permit in Switzerland? The C permit is granted on request of the […]
Why is Maastricht not in Belgium?
Belgium: Maastricht’s favourite neighbour And there was a time when it actually was.The Belgians declared independence in 1830. When the border had to be drawn in 1839, it was General Dibbets who, at the very last minute, stopped Maastricht from becoming Belgian territory and made sure it was part of the Netherlands. Why is Maastricht […]
What does son mean in Iceland?
The last name of a male Icelanders therefore usually ends in the suffix -son (“son”) and that of female Icelanders in -dóttir (“daughter”). Why is everyone in Iceland called son? YOU may have noticed that almost all the Iceland players have ‘son’ at the end of their names. This is because their naming system isn’t […]
Is Cambridge a poor city?
Cambridge is, overall, a wealthy city and not just in terms of money.However, not all areas of Cambridge are quite so affluent. In data published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities, and Local Government, there are several areas of Cambridge which are ranked in the most deprived 20 and 30 per cent of England. Is […]
Are there any millionaires in Iceland?
Iceland’s sole billionaire Thor Bjorgolfsson owns stakes in such businesses as Swiss pharmaceutical company Xantis and Chilean telecom WOM. Bjorgolfsson also has investments in cryptocurrencies and startups Zwift, Deliveroo and Stripe. Are there wealthy people in Iceland? The Icelanders belonging to the richest 1% of the population own a total of 865 billion ISK–close to […]
How many foreigners live in Amsterdam?
Travelling to Amsterdam The Amsterdam region is home to the most expats: between 80,000 and 110,000 expats. Around 60,000 expats, including partners and children, live in The Hague. The expat number continues to grow in both cities. How many foreigners live in the Netherlands? The Netherlands, the most densely populated country in Europe, has a […]
What is special about Croatia?
Croatia is home of the world’s biggest truffle. Croatia has highest number of UNESCO Intangible Goods of any European country. Zlatni rat beach changes in shape and colour depending on the wind. Croatia has the richest collection of remains of Neanderthal people in the world. What is Croatia famous for? What is Croatia famous for? […]
How do you say dude in Austrian?
The word is so heavily used in informal conversations these days that you might even see it printed on T-shirts. Oida essentially means ‘Dude! ‘, but it is also used to complain about something or to express general displeasure or dismay about a situation, a person or someone’s bad luck. How do you say bro […]