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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.
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Fra Mauro, the Venetian cartographer-monk from the late Middle Ages crafted the most objective and detailed world map of his time.
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It appears that house prices in many countries around the world have been on a constant upward climb. Houses offer a unique blend of necessity, practicality, and sentimentality, but for many savvy investors, they also serve as a primary means of building wealth. And it’s this last point, combined with a surge in demand, that’s causing housing prices to skyrocket.
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The best place to watch a sunrise is at the famous Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia, and 10,404 mentions in the reviews of this landmark would attest to that. 8 out of 10 best places for sunrise fans are in Asia and Oceania. The best place for watching a sunset in the world is Mallory Square in Key West, Florida, with 9,811 mentions of sunset in the Tripadvisor reviews.
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Ever wondered how to date an undated world map? With Randall Munroe’s “Map Age Guide” from XKCD, you can pinpoint its time period effortlessly. Plus, explore world map posters to decorate your space.
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In many countries speeding fines are based on the driver’s income. As a result, speeding tickets are generally higher in rich countries and lower in poorer countries. The costliest speeding ticket in Switzerland ($17,908) while in several African countries is less than $1.
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Global linguistic diversity is a fascinating aspect of human culture, reflecting the rich tapestry of languages spoken around the world. Across various countries, there exists a remarkable array of languages, each contributing to the cultural heritage and identity of its speakers.
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A flag is a piece of fabric with a specific design, format, and colors. One of the most popular purposes of a flag is to symbolize a country. National flags as patriotic symbols widely vary by interpretations that often include solid military associations because of their initial and ongoing use for that purpose.
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More than five billion videos are viewed on YouTube each day, and the creators of those videos aren’t making them for free. Some of the most prominent YouTube stars are gathering in millions of dollars every year.
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Monoethnic countries, where a single ethnic group comprises the majority of the population, offer a unique perspective on cultural homogeneity. The world map below shows monoethnic countries around the world – countries where +85% of the population belongs to one ethnicity.
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