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In 1825, Bolivia was created by separating from Upper Peru.

Every year, a marathon street race - the International Peace Marathon - takes place on the streets of Košice (the second largest city in Slovakia).

In the 20th century, Austria experienced a period of great political unrest and changes that resulted in the country's strong and stable position in Europe and the world.

Jeju Island was named one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2011.

Religious syncretism is very evident in Cuba.

In the southern parts of Turkey, one can found houses without roofs. This is by no means an expression of poverty but is connected with family life in the collective.

About 80% of South Africans are of Black African descent, divided into different ethnic groups speaking different African languages.

The inhabitants of Sofia won the world record for feasting at the longest table.

The chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly is also voted in by popular vote once every 5 years.

A unique feature of Albania's landscape is the presence of many lakes.