• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

The Flat

Travel Q&A and Tips

  • Destinations
    • Africa and Middle East
    • Asia
    • Australasia
    • Canada
    • Caribbean
    • Central and South America
    • Europe
    • India
    • Mexico
    • United States

What is the basic salary in France?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

How much is the minimum wage in France? The minimum wage is updated every year on 1st January. In 2021, the French minimum wage per hour is 10.25 € (Decree 2020 – 1598 du 16 December 2020). This represents €1,230.61 net/month for a full-time job. How much is the basic salary in France? France rises […]

Filed Under: Europe

Is Zimbabwe nice?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Zimbabwe is a fantastic place for tourism. Only 20 years ago, it was the richest country in Africa. Currently, with the economy struggling, it is a good place to visit as resorts and hotels are much cheaper than normal and it is very beautiful. Are Zimbabwean people friendly? Zimbabweans are renowned for being friendly; however, […]

Filed Under: Africa and Middle East

When did the Missouri River get its name?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The mighty river which flowed into the Mississippi eventually was named after the tribe that lived along its banks. It became the Missouri River. Later, when settlers came, the area became known as the Missouri Territory and in 1821, when the territory became a state, it adopted the name Missouri. When was the Missouri River […]

Filed Under: United States

Is Gentilly New Orleans safe?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Not only does Gentilly Terrace offer walkable streets full of bungalows and Craftsman-style homes, but it also sees less crime than the heart of the city. Although the area was hit hard by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, much of the neighborhood has since been rebuilt. Is Gentilly Woods New Orleans safe? Excellent. There is virtually […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Louisiana, New Orleans

Which department is Lyon France?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Rhône. Rhône (department) Rhône Country France Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Prefecture Lyon Subprefectures Villefranche-sur-Saône How many departments are in France? 101Ninety-six departments are in metropolitan France, and five are overseas departments, which are also classified as overseas regions.Departments of France. Departments of France Départements français (French) Found in Regions Number 101 (as of 1 January 2021) Possible […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: France, Lyon

Who decided London was the capital?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

With the new fort, archaeologists now believe that in the aftermath of the revolt the Romans chose London as their new British political headquarters. It had three key strategic, mercantile and political advantages over Colchester. Who made London the capital of England? Edward the Confessor, then consecrated Westminster Abbey in 1065, thus making London a […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: England, London

How much does a villa in Bali cost to buy?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

On average, Guinel says a villa should cost around US$450,000 (AU$595,188), and in Canggu you’re looking at anything between $400,000 and $700,000 for three bedrooms, depending on location, land size and amenities. Is it worth buying a villa in Bali? Getting your own villa in Bali is still affordable, but can be a risky affair […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Bali, Indonesia

Are Saigon and Hanoi the same?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Southern Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), formerly Saigon, was the US base during the Vietnam War and since the country’s unification has transformed into a thoroughly modern, thriving metropolis. The somewhat less modern capital, Hanoi, runs at a noisier pace, with its lively Old Quarter full of winding lanes. Are Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh […]

Filed Under: Asia Tagged With: Hanoi, Vietnam

Why are Portland called Rip City?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The nickname Rip City is usually used in the context of the city’s NBA team, the Portland Trail Blazers. The term was coined by the team’s play-by-play announcer Bill Schonely during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 18, 1971, the Blazers’ first season. Why do they call Portland Stumptown? Before Stumptown Cold […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Maine, Portland

What county is Manhattan New York in?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

New York County. The City of New York is made up of five boroughs. Each borough is a county of New York State. NYC311 Website Satisfaction Survey. Borough County Bronx Bronx County Brooklyn Kings County Manhattan New York County Queens Queens County What is my county if I live in Manhattan? New York CountyManhattan = […]

Filed Under: United States

Why is Sri Lanka more developed than India?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sri Lanka has better GDP per capita , both Nominal and PPP. It has better Human Development Index. So, on average life is more comfortable in Sri Lanka. So it’s more developed than India, Yes. Is Sri Lanka economy better than India? India has a GDP per capita of $7,200 as of 2017, while in […]

Filed Under: Asia

What is the highest temperature recorded in Kerala?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

On Monday, Kottayam recorded highest temperature of 38.4 degree Celsius. Compared to other districts, the temperature in Kottayam increased by 4 degree celsius. Meanwhile, Alappuzha recorded a high temperature of 36.8 degree celsius on Monday. What is the hottest temperature ever recorded on Kerala? On April 20,21 and 22, Kozhikode recorded 38.9°C, which is the […]

Filed Under: India

What is the hottest day of the year in Tennessee?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Nashville – Highest Temperature for Each Year Max °F Date Max °C 98 July 20, 2020 + 37 99 October 03, 2019 + 37 99 July 04, 2018 37 98 July 22, 2017 + 37 What is the hottest month in Tennessee? JulyThe hottest month of the year in Nashville is July, with an average […]

Filed Under: United States

Which country is Venice in?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Italy. Venice, Italian Venezia, city, major seaport, and capital of both the provincia (province) of Venezia and the regione (region) of Veneto, northern Italy. An island city, it was once the centre of a maritime republic. Is Venice in Italy or France? Venice Venice Venezia (Italian) Venesia (Venetian) Country Italy Region Veneto Metropolitan city Venice […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Italy, Venice

What was the last combat unit to leave Vietnam?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Third Battalion, Twenty. The last U.S. ground combat unit in South Vietnam, the Third Battalion, Twenty-First Infantry, departs for the United States. The unit had been guarding the U.S. air base at Da Nang. This left only 43,500 advisors, airmen, and support troops left in-country. When did the last combat troops leave Vietnam? On April […]

Filed Under: Asia

  • « Go to Previous Page
  • Go to page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Go to page 792
  • Go to page 793
  • Go to page 794
  • Go to page 795
  • Go to page 796
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Go to page 5081
  • Go to Next Page »

Destinations

  • Africa and Middle East
  • Asia
  • Australasia
  • Canada
  • Caribbean
  • Central and South America
  • Europe
  • India
  • Mexico
  • United States
  • About
  • Privacy Policy for theflatbkny.com

Copyright © 2026 · theflatbkny.com