The Atlantic Wall was a series of fortifications built by Nazi Germany along the western coast of Europe during World War II. The wall was over 2,400 kilometers (1,500 miles) long, stretching from the border of Spain and France to the northern tip of Norway.
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Overseas territory is a geographical area part of a country, but outside of its mainland or contiguous territory. In most cases, these regions are not recognized as autonomous nations, but instead, they are under another country’s or state’s governance.
Read more: Overseas Territories and Dependencies of the World Mapped
Aircraft are the most valuable export in 14 U.S. states, at 28%. Aerospace and Defense exports to Germany, France, Canada, the U.K., and Japan alone amounted to $36.1 billion. As the most valuable import in 12 of 50 U.S. states, petroleum leads the way with 24%.
Read more: Every State’s Top Import and Export Mapped
82% of consumers in the U.S. believe that trust sets the foundation for purchasing goods and services. Trust drives growth, with 77% of survey respondents reporting that they buy the products of businesses they trust, and 67% saying that they would recommend a trusted business to family and friends. The state with the most trusted businesses overall is North Carolina (98.8%).
Read more: The US Cities and States Home to the Most Trusted Businesses
The lifetime supply of toilet paper in Portugal is incredible at 11,323 rolls, which would add up to 643 miles (1035 kilometers) worth of toilet paper, while an average Nigerian will only use about 3 miles or 4.8 kilometers (a mere 56 rolls) in their whole life.
Read more: World Toilet Paper Consumption, Mapped
America’s long-standing acceptance of firearms has its roots in its colonial past, revolutionary beginnings, expansion across the frontier, and the Second Amendment.
Read more: How gun control works in the United States
Fra Mauro, the Venetian cartographer-monk from the late Middle Ages crafted the most objective and detailed world map of his time.
Read more: The Google Earth of the 1450s
Tourist attractions are places of interest known for their cultural value, natural or built beauty, and historical significance for providing leisure and entertainment. But what about when a must-see attraction isn’t worth the money? Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter is a behind-the-scenes museum tour that showcases costumes, props, and sets from the multi-billion dollar franchise. Despite receiving 5-star reviews, some 8,283 visitors were less than charmed with the price they paid for food and drink while on tour.
Read more: The worst value tourists attractions, according to visitors mapped
This Europe-wide map of football pitches based on OpenStreetMap data reveals how countries invest in the world’s most popular sport. We explore pitch numbers, per capita comparisons, and possible links to football success.
Read more: Mapping Soccer Fields Across Europe
The only style of home which commonly demands a seven-figure price tag across the U.S. is the Beach House ($1,223,310). While the Mobile Home is the most affordable, with a national average price of $118,689. The ranch-style is the most common house style in the U.S. (average price: $259,3540).
Read more: The most popular and valuable house styles in the U.S.
This map of home ownership rates in Europe paints a surprising picture: Eastern Europe leads the continent in owning homes, while many wealthier Western countries lag behind. What’s behind these differences?
Read more: Home Ownership in Europe
Gardens by the Bay in Singapore is the most beautiful public park globally, with 12,385 “beautiful” mentions on TripAdvisor. Seven out of the top 20 most beautiful parks are located in Europe. Luxembourg Gardens in France is Europe’s most beautiful public park, while Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden is the most beautiful public park in the U.S.
Read more: The Most Beautiful Gardens in the World, According to Tourists
Overall, the U.S. dominates, taking up 12 places within the top 20 results – however, York, Norwich and Manchester represent the UK, taking the top three spots with yuck-y numbers of dog-poop complaints. Pittsburgh, Seattle and Atlanta in the US follow closely behind.
Read more: The Dog Poop Capitals, Mapped