Our world is so diverse. It consists of 252 countries! Each of which has its own culture, traditions, language. And we, Russians, live in the largest country in the world. Our Federation occupies 1/9 of the land of the planet. Naturally, everyone has heard of Russia. But now is not about that. It is worth paying a little attention to foreign countries. And tell the most interesting facts about the countries that we know firsthand.
Germany
You can start telling interesting facts about countries from the most “sonorous" states. For example, from Germany. Few people know, but every year in this state they honor the memory of the victims of the Holocaust. A separate date is highlighted - January 27. And the day is not random. Indeed, in 1945, it was on January 27 that the prisoners were released from the Auschwitz concentration camp, in which 1,500,000 Jews were exterminated.
Germany is also one of the largest waste recyclers in the world. And in the territory of this country the number of museums is more than in the whole of Great Britain and Italy combined. There are more than 6,000 of them! Germany's cultural heritage is truly great. After all, it was here that the greatest composers were born, such as Schumann, Handel, Strauss, Brahms, Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Bach.
By the way, in addition to museums, a lot of breweries, zoos and castles are dispersed throughout Germany. No wonder this country is in the top 10 most interesting countries in terms of tourism.
America
It is difficult to argue that the USA is an outstanding state. However, this is not necessary to refute. It is better to pay attention to the features of America, telling interesting facts about the countries of our world.
The United States is divided into 50 states. The smallest, which is Rhode Island, is 3,144 km². And the largest, Alaska, is 1,717,854 km²!
The first version of the Declaration of Independence was written on hemp paper. And from its fibers, it was decided to weave the 1st US flag.
The highest point in the world is also in America. In Hawaii, to be precise. This is Mauna Kea, a shield volcano whose height (if you count from the foot at the bottom of the ocean) is 10 203 meters.
There is a stereotype that Americans, to put it mildly, are people in the body. So, this is a fact, since 67% of the US population is overweight.
There are various interesting facts about countries, but America is unique in some way. After all, it was on its territory during the revolution of 1775-1783. inflation was so crazy that bread prices went up by 10,000%! Wheat increased in value by 14,000%, flour - by 15,000%, and beef - by 33,000%!
France
Interesting facts about the country, which in 2013 took first place in the list of the countries most visited by tourists, are also worth noting. Few people know, but in the place of modern Paris, the ancient Roman settlement of Lutetia was previously located. From Latin, by the way, the name translates as "dirt."
It is interesting that in France, mothers who adequately raised five children were given bronze medals. The award was given when the youngest was a year old. A silver medal was given for eight children. And gold - for ten.
And France is the only state in which posthumous marriage is legal. That is, if the couple was going to get married, but one of the potential partners passed away, the registration of the union could take place. Only evidence from the relatives of the person who left this world will be required.
Italy
This state should also be noted with attention, listing interesting facts about the countries of Europe. Italy is special in that it has no institutions positioned as orphanages. But then there are monasteries accepting orphans and abandoned babies.
And in Italy there is a mafia. Of course, everyone knows about this. And 80% of modern businessmen in Calabria and Sicily pay tribute to her.
Useful information for tourists: going to Italy, it is worth taking a phrase book with you. If you ask the bar to bring an order in English, then it will cost twice as much. By the way, the principle “eat breakfast yourself, share lunch with a friend, and give dinner to the enemy” does not apply in Italy. Here the main meal is evening. Local dinners are tight.
And finally, it is worth noting that Italy is one of the three states with the most impressive life expectancy. If you take the average, the Italians live about 82 years.
Spain
One cannot but recall this sunny state, telling interesting facts about the country. And for starters, it’s worth saying that Spain is officially a kingdom. And perhaps one of the few states in which the capital is located exactly in the center.
It was here that in the 16th century a 5-string guitar was invented. And in 1956 - a mop. It was designed and patented by engineer Manuel Halon Korominas. Foosball with table football also appeared in Spain. By the way, the logo for candy on a stick was created by the legendary Salvador Dali.
And Spain is the first European country to bring potatoes, cocoa, tomatoes, tobacco and avocados from America. And this is where the most dangerous trail in the whole world is located. It is called "El Caminito." There is a trail since 1905. And it is terrible for its width - only one meter. Given that beyond the cliff - an endless abyss.
United Kingdom
Wonderful kingdom - you also can’t forget about it without telling some interesting facts about the country.
For children in the UK in 2009, alcohol consumption standards were established from 5 (!) Years. In this state, in the late 2000s there was a sharp jump in alcoholism among teenagers aged 11 to 15. Then the government took emergency measures and set standards with recommendations for parents.
In general, the UK is a civilized country. There are practically no homeless animals. All are kept in specialized nurseries, where they are provided with care.
But it’s better to talk about the more positive. If the British lived to be a hundred years old, then the queen herself would send him a postcard as a gift.
Most of the locals are indifferent to the cold. In late autumn, you can meet a man walking in a T-shirt on the streets of Great Britain.
And perhaps one of the most interesting historical facts: during the Second World War, Princess Elizabeth (who is now the queen) was a driver at the front.
Japan
This state, located in East Asia, is also worthy of separate attention. A high level of culture is what makes Japan different . Interesting facts about the country confirm this: the most offensive local words are translated as “fool” and “fool”.
Locals, by the way, respect those who can even say a few words in their language. They believe that it is impossible for a foreigner to master Japanese.
It is safe to say that Japan is the same country in which there is a cult of food. Local people constantly talk about her. And if they eat, then they discuss the dish. If a person had a meal and never said the word “tasty”, then this is considered a manifestation of impolite.
In Japan, principled and honest people. Tipping is not accepted here, and lost things are 90% likely to be returned to the lost property office. Even, as some say, police do not take bribes. And the level of security is so high that even young children in Tokyo (the capital, by the way) use public transport on their own.
North Korea
This state, probably, is associated with incredibly strict and severe laws for every person. Well, that's it. This can confirm the fact that only 28 hairstyles are officially allowed in North Korea, and all of them are approved by the government. Men are forbidden long hair - a maximum of 5 centimeters.
According to official figures, the average literacy rate in North Korea is 99%.
The strength of the DPRK army is almost 1,200,000 people, which puts it in 4th place in the world ranking.
In general, there can be no talk of freedom in North Korea. 33% of children suffer from chronic malnutrition, 6 million people from lack of food, corruption reigns everywhere, and there is also “the punishment of three generations”. If someone is sent to prison, then his family is sent along with him. And the next two generations are also born behind bars and lives there. Perhaps that is why the level of civil crime in the DPRK is low - people are afraid to doom their loved ones to such suffering.
Greece
I would like to end the list entitled “Interesting facts about different countries” positively. Greece, for example. This is a popular country for recreation - annually about 16.5 million people go here on a trip, although the population of Greece is only 11 million. It is not surprising that 16% of GDP is occupied by tourism.
Greece is also the third largest producer of olives in the world. It is interesting that there are fruit trees that were planted back in the 13th century. And they still grow olives.
80% of all Greece is occupied by mountains. The highest point is, of course, Olympus (2,917 meters), which is dedicated to legends and myths, known throughout the world. And in Greece, the largest number of archaeological museums on the entire planet is concentrated.