Countries

Since 12th December 1991, the capital of Nigeria has been Abuja, replacing the country’s most populous city, Lagos, in that role.

From the south, the Balkans descend steeply and turn into a vast depression in which the vast Upper Thracian Plain is located.

Brazil gained independence from Portugal in 1822.

The name of the city-state derives from two Sanskrit words: simha (lion) and pura (city).

Argentine’s national sport since 1953 is Pato.

There are four major rivers in Argentina: the Paraná River, the Uruguay River, the Paraguay River, and the Salado River.

Since the 19th century, Thailand was known as Siam.

Bulgaria is located in the southeastern part of the Balkan Peninsula, on the Black Sea.

The largest city in New Zealand, Auckland, is built on a volcanic field, known as the Auckland volcanic field, with 56 dormant volcanoes scattered throughout the area.

Malbork Castle is the largest castle in the world.