World city populations (1950 – 2030)
This map visualizes the radical transformation that has occurred across the globe in the last 60 years, from a 30%
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Roads to Rome
The proverb “All roads lead to Rome” is rooted in the historical and cultural significance of ancient Rome. The saying reflects the fact that during the peak of the Roman Empire, the city of Rome served as the center of the empire’s vast road network, known as the Roman road system.
Read MoreHow Americans choose Christmas trees
Each state has a distinctive taste in Christmas trees. Tennessee, Florida, and West Virginia are the top spenders for artificial
Read MoreHair color of world leaders
Blondes thrive in northern Europe and baldness prospers in Africa. There’s a sweep of grey hair around the middle of
Read MoreSouth Africa’s racial dot map
Via adrianfrith.com Related posts: – USA: The racial dot map – UK ethnicity map (one dot per person) – Australia:
Read MoreThe State of the Kurds
Since the fall of the Ottoman Empire dispersed Kurds into four nations nearly a century ago, they have pursued recognition,
Read MoreMap where Muslims (mostly) don’t live
This map shows where Muslims made up less than 1% of the population. Countries with larger Muslim populations are shown
Read MoreDate of first use of current flag design
Via reddit.com
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