Which Way Do European Windows Open?
Across Europe, the way windows open varies more than you’d think. This map explores how local climate, customs, and building styles shape a surprising part of everyday life.
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Europe’s Sunshine Map
A fascinating sunshine hours map of Europe reveals staggering solar variation across the continent. The visualization shows how latitude, ocean currents, winds, terrain, and continentality create unique sunshine patterns in each region.
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Europe’s Largest Cities Through 30km Population Circles
How big is a city, really? Instead of relying on inconsistent metro definitions, this post maps and compares Europe’s largest cities by population within 30 km circles. From Moscow to Madrid, see which urban areas dominate when the playing field is circular.
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Why Some Trains in Europe Run on the Left and Others on the Right
Many European countries drive on the right, but their trains don’t always follow suit. Discover how history, engineering, and geopolitics have shaped the direction of rail traffic across the continent.
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European Heritage Across America: Mapping Ancestry Patterns
These fascinating maps reveal where German, English, Irish, Italian and other European ancestry groups have settled across American counties, creating distinct regional patterns that persist generations later. Discover which European heritage dominates your region and the historical migration patterns that shaped America’s cultural geography.
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Yellow vs Blue Europe: Which Countries Are Happier Than the US and Why
A vivid yellow-blue divide cuts across Europe in this fascinating map revealing which countries enjoy greater happiness than the United States. Nordic and several Western European nations form a distinct “happiness belt,” but what exactly makes these yellow-colored regions so content?
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Is Europe More United Than Ever? A Look at EU Membership Support in 2025
EU support is at a record high, with 74% of citizens believing membership benefits their country. But why are some nations more enthusiastic than others? Discover the latest data and insights.
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Do Europeans Feel Richer or Poorer Than They Are?
Do Europeans see themselves as wealthier or poorer than they actually are? A fascinating map compares self-perception with financial data, revealing cultural, economic, and social security influences.
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Europe’s Declining Cradles: Mapping the 2025 Fertility Crisis
From Monaco’s statistical anomaly to Ukraine’s concerning low, our detailed analysis of Europe’s 2025 fertility rates reveals a continent facing profound demographic challenges. What’s driving this population decline, and can anything reverse this trajectory?
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How Long Was Your Region Part of France? A Look at European Territories Under French Rule
This map reveals the European territories that have been under French rule for different periods, from the heart of modern France to former French possessions. How has this shaped culture, language, and identity across the continent?
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