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Can you smoke in Denmark?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Denmark has a smoking ban in all public indoor areas along with most other western European countries.The only exception from the ban is for establishments with an area less than 40 square metres, that do not serve fresh food – so you can still enjoy a cigarette in some smaller pubs. Is smoking common in […]

Filed Under: Europe

Who named Srinagar?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Srinagar- Ancient History: During the ancient times Srinagar had been given several names. There are some historical records that claim that the city was created by King Pravarasena II almost 2000 years back and had named it Pravasenpur. Who discovered Srinagar? The King Pravarasena II founded the city Srinagar before 2000 years ago. Srinagar City […]

Filed Under: India Tagged With: Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar

Can I use Indian rupees in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

There’s no problem at Singapore, however, note that Indian government does not permit export of Indian Rupee currency. Indian residents are allowed to carry maximum of Rs 7500 (meant to be used for expenses/ domestic travel upon return to India from the tour abroad). For Rs. 7500, you may get around SGD 150. Can we […]

Filed Under: Asia

What are the symbols for Tunisia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The current Tunisian national flag, established in 1835, contains a crescent and star on a white disk, also long used by the Turks. The history of those symbols is more ancient than the Ottoman Empire, however. What is Tunisia national animal? National animals Country Name of animal Scientific name (Latin name) Turkey Kangal Shepherd Dog […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

Why is Barcelona so popular?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Barcelona is famous for its outstanding football team, stunning architecture, lively nightlife, sandy beaches, and world-class cuisine. Not to mention a vibrant cultural heritage and colourful neighbourhood festivals that attract visitors from around the world. What is so great about Barcelona? The city offers excellent aesthetics and there are so many reasons to love the […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Barcelona, Spain

Why is Cape Town called Mother city?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In the 1930s, a Cape Town newspaper claimed that the coastal city was the only city, in the country, that could be referred to as a metropolis. Derived from the Greek word ‘metros’, meaning mother and ‘polis’ meaning city, the public enthusiastically took to it and the nickname “Mother City” was born. Is Cape Town […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East Tagged With: Cape Town, South Africa

Is Rome in Italy or France?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

(in French) Seule Paris est digne de Rome; seule Rome est digne de Paris. (in Italian) Solo Parigi è degna di Roma; solo Roma è degna di Parigi. “Only Paris is worthy of Rome; only Rome is worthy of Paris.”Country comparison. Official name French Republic Italian Republic Capital city Paris Rome Is Rome considered Italy? […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Rome

Why is Virginia called the mother of states?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Virginia has been called the “Mother of States” because she was the first of the states to be settled and because of the number of states that were “born” of the Virginia territory. How did Virginia get its nickname? “According to tradition, Charles II, touched by the colony’s loyalty during his exile, gave Virginia the […]

Filed Under: United States

Is Uganda a Catholic country?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Uganda’s religious heritage is tripartite: indigenous religions, Islam, and Christianity. About four-fifths of the population is Christian, primarily divided between Roman Catholics and Protestants (mostly Anglicans but also including Pentecostals, Seventh-day Adventists, Baptists, and Presbyterians). What is the main religion in Uganda? According to the most recent census, conducted in 2014, 82 percent of the […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

What products is South Dakota known for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

South Dakota’s main manufactures are foodstuffs, wood products, light machinery, computers, and electronics. There are both a meat-processing plant and a dairy-processing plant at Sioux Falls, and flour milling and baking are significant throughout the state. What are some things that South Dakota is known for? Home to Mount Rushmore and the Badlands, the state […]

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Why do you want to work in Singapore?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

High wages, low unemployment rate, excellent work conditions and nourishing business development and investment climate. Why do foreigners come to work in Singapore? Singapore is one of the best countries in which a foreigner could work. A highly developed nation, Singapore is particularly keen on bringing in foreign specialists.Singapore’s many business-friendly laws and tax system, […]

Filed Under: Asia

Why is Hawaii not a country?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In 1898, a wave of nationalism was caused by the Spanish-American War. Because of these nationalistic views, President William McKinley annexed Hawaii from the United States. Hawaii’s statehood was deferred by the United States until 1959 because of racial attitudes and nationalistic politics. Is Hawaii considered a country? It is the only state outside North […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Hawaii

What is Alabama State nut?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

It comes from the pecan tree which is grown all over Alabama. Pecans are good sources of vitamin B-6 and are used in many southern recipes such as pralines and pecan pie. The Act no. 82-17,adopted in 1982, made the pecan the Alabama State Nut. What is Alabama State animal? Black BearIn 2006 the Alabama […]

Filed Under: United States

Is Nepal and Bhutan Indian?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Nepal and Bhutan are two landlocked Himalayan countries, sandwiched between a democracy and an authoritarian one-party state: India and China. They are separated by the Indian State of Sikkim and have historically nurtured solid relations with Delhi. Is Bhutan a Indian? Bhutan is on the southern slopes of the eastern Himalayas, landlocked between the Tibet […]

Filed Under: Asia

Is South Dakota losing population?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The state of South Dakota had 36,736 farms in 1987. The number dropped to 29,600 in 2020, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture.The population was 2,355 in 2010 and 2,330 in 2020. Why is South Dakota so sparsely populated? The state has such a low population density because it is both immense and located far […]

Filed Under: United States

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