Countries

The capital of Argentina, and at the same time its largest city, is Buenos Aires.

The interior of South Africa consists of a vast, in most places almost flat plateau called the High Weld, which ranges in height from 1000 to 2100 m.

Dictatorial power in North Korea is exercised by the Kim dynasty.

Sri Lankans called Queen Elizabeth II the Maharaja, which translates to the Great Queen.

The Blue Lake in Nelson Lakes National Park is the world’s cleanest water tank, with a visibility range of 80 meters.

Uganda's population is one of the youngest and fastest growing in the world - over 2/3 of the population is under 25 years of age.

In the 1500s, the area was discovered by Portuguese sailor Pedro Alvares Cabral, who named it Terra de Vera Cruz - Land of the True Cross, which was quickly renamed Santa Cruz - Holy Cross.

The volcanic nature of the Philippine islands has influenced the abundance of mineral deposits in the Philippines.

The Tower of London, best known as an inescapable prison, was once a zoo.

The island of Hvar is a well-known center of lavender cultivation.