Countries

In the 19th century, three currents emerged in Cuban society: those in favor of reform and Spanish rule - the reformists; those in favor of incorporating Cuba into the United States - the annexationists; and those in favor of independence - the independents.

The Andegavian dynasty ruled Poland for a short time.

The geographic region connecting the American continents in Central America is the Darién Gap.

There are two species of monotremes in Australia that act as an interface between reptiles and mammals.

In 1755, one of the most tragic earthquakes in human history occurred in Lisbon.

Switzerland is a very highly developed country, one of the richest in the world.

The highest mountain in the Philippines is Mount Apo at 2954 meters above sea level, nicknamed "grandfather" or "master."

Sri Lanka is a developing country.

Apart from the coast, Croatia's most exciting place is the Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Singapore is the second most developed country in Asia, after Japan.