The Earth is everything but boring - from looming hilltops to inviting valleys, it is full of interesting places to see and to be in. And although looking at pictures of the most interesting geographical points of the Earth might already seem like an exciting enough thing to do, wait until you read our list of these incredible geography facts! So, yeah, this is our list dedicated exclusively to interesting geography, facts about geography, and all the gorgeous places we have here on our home planet.
Besides loads of unbelievable facts about things like mountains, rivers, and gorges, there’s also a category in our list that might be labeled as fun geography facts. And the thing that makes them entertaining is, for the most part, the factor of disbelief. Like, did you know that there’s a place that’s even higher than Mount Everest? Now that’s worthy of a chuckle! Well, at least to us, since we love to be astonished and discover something new about the Earth daily. So, treat these interesting geography facts both as learning material and a source of entertainment, but be careful of falling into a rabbit hole of extensive googling once you encounter a cool fact that basically mesmerizes you.
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Lions Are Extinct In 26 Countries In Africa
Kings of the jungle, lions once ruled the continent of Africa and were even present on the European continent, before they were driven out. According to official records, lions are extinct not only in Europe but also in 26 African countries. It’s sad to imagine how much of the lion population has been wipped out.
The Largest Concentration Of Lakes Is In Canada, With Over 879,000 Lakes
Second by size but first with the number of lakes, Canada outmatches every other nation with the number of lakes it has. A survey found that Canada has the most lakes per square kilometer in the entire world. Canada is home to an astounding 62% of the 1.42 million lakes globally, with a size greater than 0.1 square kilometers.
Sudan Has More Ancient Pyramids Than Egypt
There are a lot of interesting facts surrounding the pyramids. The Giza pyramids are just some of the oldest pyramids in the world. In fact, Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt.
Apparently, there are 138 pyramids in Egypt and 200–255 pyramids in Sudan. Interestingly, the pyramids in the latter were not built by ancient Egyptians, who may have moved further south.
They were inspired by Egyptian culture, after the Egyptians stopped creating burial pyramids. The Nubian pyramids were first built in 751BC, and they are lovely.
There Are No Mosquitos In Iceland
Who likes mosquitoes? Probably no one. Lucky for you, Iceland is free of them. Although they are widespread in other nations, they aren’t in Iceland. Because of the chilly climate, mosquitoes can't enter Iceland and cannot deposit their eggs on the ground, preventing them from colonizing the island.
In my experience, when camping next to Lake Mýatn (literally meaning mosquito water) named after the huge quantity of mosquitos in the summer, there are quite a few. We also found out its not them but the tiny black flies that keep stinging you. So make sure to slap the right one.
A Town In Nebraska Has A Single Resident
It seems that one person can make a town. Located in Nebraska, Monowi might be the smallest town in the United States. The only resident of Monowi, Nebraska, is 84-year-old Elsie Eiler, who pays her taxes and issues her alcohol license.
Diomede Islands 2.4 Miles (4 Km) Apart Are 20 Hours Apart
Time zones can be strange and create strange situations. The Diomede Islands are only separated by 4 km (2.4 mi), yet due to the International Date Line running across them, they are not only in different time zones but also 20 hours apart.
Kentucky Has More Caves Than Any Other Place On Earth
While Kentucky might be known today as being the homeplace of Kentucky whiskey, it is also a host to more caves than any other place on Earth. The longest cave system, known as Mammoth Cave National Park, is located in this east coast state. So get your gear, get those tickets and go explore (with a guide, of course) just how deep this state goes.
My husband is from the very Nothern part of Kentucky, and parts of it are absolutely part of the East Coast, as well as part of the Eastern Time Zone.
Fun fact - my mom and I got "trapped" in a Kentucky (which is NOT on the east cost BTW) cave when I was 6 years old. We were visiting family and they took us on a cave tour. Except I was afraid of the dark and decided I wanted to leave. So my mom took me back to the entrance only to find it was chained shut with a gate and padlock. The group was too far away for us to follow and we didn't have a light, so we stood there and yelled for help. My mom banged on the gate with a rock to try and get someone's attention. I of course was sobbing my eyes out. We really thought we were trapped there......for about 15 minutes until the next tour came alone and the guide unlocked the gate. :) I haven't been in a cave since.
There's a metal album by Panopticon called Kentucky, about the coal mining trade.
If I'm not mistaken, you can cave from Mammoth to near Ruby Falls in Chatanooga Tn?
You Can Go Inside A Volcanic Magma Chamber In Iceland
Iceland — the volcano nation. If you ever visit this island, be sure to visit the volcanic magma chamber that is open to tourists. A volcano's magma chamber is frequently referred to as its heart. That is where all the "bad stuff" happens. The only notable exception to this is the Þríhnúkagígur volcano, where the magma in the chamber appears to have vanished.
Papua New Guinea Has 840 Languages
Australia might have the largest number of rocks within its borders, but Papua New Guinea takes the title of having the most languages, with 840 active languages. Second place goes to Indonesia, which has 711 surviving languages. Nigeria comes in third with 520 surviving languages.
The Tallest Waterfall In The World Is Tugela Falls
In the KwaZulu-Natal Province of the Republic of South Africa, the Drakensberg of Royal Natal National Park is home to the complex of seasonal waterfalls known as Tugela Falls. With an uninterrupted leap of 411 m (1348.43 ft) and a total drop of 947 m (3106.96 ft), it may be the tallest waterfall on Earth, according to some measurements.
The Largest Desert In The World Is Antarctica
Antarctica is the largest desert? Something is not right. Sometimes, a desert is not only composed of sand. Deserts can be described as being a dryish place with no possibility to survive for a long period. By this description, Antarctica has one of the largest deserts on Earth. Interesting geography facts like these only showcase how Antarctica is unique as a continent.
The ocean is a desert with it's life underground, and the perfect disguise above.
Istanbul Is The Only Major City Resting On Two Continents
Situated on the entrance between the Black and Mediterranean seas, Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, but not the capital city. It is also located on two different continents — Europe and Asia. The city is united by a system of bridges, but both sides of the city are still quite different. The European side has banks and historical buildings, while the Asian side is a bit more relaxed.
Istanbul was Constantinople Now it's Istanbul, not Constantinople Been a long time gone, Constantinople Now it's Turkish delight on a moonlit night…
The World's Tallest Tree, Named Hyperion Is Found In The Redwood National Park, California
Sequoia sempervirens, found in California's Redwood National Park, is the tallest tree still standing. The coast redwood, known as Hyperion, was found by Chris Atkins and Michael Taylor on August 25, 2006, and, in an effort to preserve it, its exact location is kept a closely-guarded secret.
Such a shame that its location has to be hidden so some idiot won't harm it.
Peru Has Floating Islands On A Lake
Seeing an island in the ocean is a common thing to see, but what about a floating island on a lake? Well, Peru has a number of them. The world's highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca, has a small area where the movable Uros Islands are located. It's safe to assume that nowhere else on the planet is like it.
The World's Largest War Memorial Is A Road
When World War I came to an end, a lot of Australians returned home and took up local jobs to support themselves and their families. Some took up laying roads along the coast of Australia. One of the roads, completed in 1932 and spanning a total of 241.402 km (150 mi), became a memorial dedicated to fallen soldiers called the “Great Ocean Road”.
I remember going there for a Remembrance Day celebration, it was quite beautiful and the scenery is always breathtaking
Bangkok's Full Name Is 163 Letters
While the Sweden town of “Ö” takes the title of the shortest town name, Bangkok might take the title of the longest name with 163 letters. Ready?
Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Yuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit.
Try remembering that.
When my alarm clock goes off in the morning I can barely spell my name.
The Most Remote Place On Earth Is Point Nemo
When the closest other person to you is an astronaut in space, then you know you are quite far from civilization. Point Nemo is as remote as remote can be. Whenever they fly over Point Nemo, astronauts on the International Space Station, which is 415.211 km (258 mi) distant, are the closest people to this point.
Yellowstone National Park Is Home To A Supervolcano
A simple volcano alone might be scary, but a supervolcano? Now, that is truly scary and amazing. Being the first natural park in the USA, Yellowstone is special. A big part of the park rests on top of a supervolcano.
While the last time the Yellowstone supervolcano erupted was 640,000+ years ago, one might just wonder what kind of power and destruction lies beneath this park.
There is also one under the Indian Ocean. When India split away from Africa in n it’s way to Asia, it passed over the magma chamber of it, it sped up, crashing into Asia about 5 million years before t would have done normally. The same volcano also caused India to have a thinner crust than anywhere else in the world.
Jericho Is Believed To Be The Oldest Continuously Inhabited City In The World
Jericho is the world's oldest continually inhabited city. This area belonged to the ancient city of Palestine, which was founded 9,000 years before Christ and is situated on the Jordan River. Jericho is not only the oldest city in the world, but it is also the lowest due to its location of 258 m (282.152 ft) below sea level.
42 Buildings In New York Have Their Own Zip Codes
4 million people live on the island, thus a lot of mail travels through Manhattan every day. The ZIP code system is essential to completing the enormous work of getting all that mail where it needs to go. It's interesting to note that 42 buildings in Manhattan have unique ZIP codes.
The Coldest Temperature Ever Recorded Was −128.6°F (−89.2°C)
While Russia might be cold, how cold can it get on Earth overall? The Vostok station in Antarctica reported the lowest air temperature ever measured at the planet's surface on July 21, 1983, at 02:45 UT, with a reading of -89.2°C (-128.56°F). Due to its high susceptibility to marine air mass intrusions as Rossby wave activity shifts across the peninsula, the surface temperatures at Vostok station in the winter are highly changeable.
There’s A Lake Within An Island On A Lake Within An Island
The super inception. Like a Russian Matryoshka doll, there is an island with a lake inside of it, which houses an island on it… which hosts a lake. Arguably one of the most awesome geography facts, these types of Inception -kinda islands are usually summed up and called simply recursive islands.
the distinction currently goes to a nameless isle within Victoria Island in Canada’s Nunavut Territory There's also one in the Philippines, Lake Taal.
The World's Longest Flight Takes 19 Hours
Nobody likes to fly or ride for a long time. It just becomes too boring to sit in one seat and just wait. The longest airline route in the world, from Singapore to New York, will be operated by Singapore Airlines from October. Approximately 15,322 km (9,521 mi) are covered over the route. Now that is quite a long flight!
Yuma, Arizona Is The Sunniest Place In The World, Averaging More Than 4,000 Sunlight Hours
The sunny state of Arizona is, well, sunny. Yuma, Arizona shines the brightest with 91 percent of the year's daylight hours, earning it the title of Sunniest City on Earth. You might appreciate the fact that the environment in this town is also the driest and least humid.
Over 3,100 Animal Species Are Found In Brazil
Ahh, the Amazon rainforest. The wonder of this world, a place where life thrives and plenty of species of animals exist. By current records, the Amazon rainforest hosts an astonishing 3,100 different animal species. One can just wonder what hides in the trees and leaves of this magnificent place.
This is not true. The Amazon rainforest has about 2,500 vertebrate species. There are many more invertebrate species, According to www.amazonconservation.org, over 10,000 species of beetles have been discovered in this area over the last decade.
Mauna Kea Is Taller Than Everest
Mt. Everest is called the highest mountain for having the highest peak, but it isn't the tallest mountain. If you were to measure a mountain from the very bottom of where it starts, the title of the tallest mountain would then go to Mauna Kea, which starts from the bottom of an ocean and reaches a total of 10,210 m (33497.375 ft).
Peru Is About 2.9 Times Bigger Than Sweden
Located on the continent of South America, it might surprise you just how huge Peru is when compared to a large European nation like Sweden. Peru is about 1,285,216 square kilometers larger than Sweden, which is about 450,295 square kilometers. It kind of makes you think just how small Sweden is.
The Deepest Place On Earth Is The Mariana Trench In The Pacific Ocean
The Mariana Trench, also known as Marianas Trench, is a deep sea trench that runs down the bottom of the western North Pacific Ocean. It is the deepest trench that is known to exist on Earth and is predominantly found to the east and south of the Mariana Islands.
Challenger Deep, a minor valley with steep walls on the bottom of the main trench southwest of Guam, is where the greatest depths are found. Cool facts like these might make you want to take a swim in the ocean!
Australia Has A 600km Wider Diameter Than The Moon
Australia's diameter is 600 km (372.82 mi) wider than the Moon's. While Australia's length from east to west is over 4000 km (2485.485 mi), the Moon's diameter is only 3400 km (2112.662 mi). Even though the Moon has a larger surface area than a spherical one, it is still rather beautiful.
Japan's Aomori Has An Annual Snowfall Of More Than 312 Inches
With Japan being stuck on an island, the weather there gets crazy from time to time. The majority of the 312 inches of snow that falls in Aomori City each year occurs between November and April. Because of the city's chilly winter temperatures, colliding winds speed cloud formation, which leads to significant precipitation that falls as snow rather than rain. Unbelievable facts like these only boost the tourism sector of this town.
Japan is not"stuck on an island", it is country of many islands with four main ones which are spread out over 4 climatic zones, ranging from sub tropical in the South to sub artic in the North, this is the reason for its"crazy" weather.
Iceland Is Growing 5 Centimeters Per Year
Since Iceland is one of the world's youngest landmasses, it is home to some of the most active volcanoes. The island was created by a huge volcanic fissure in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, which is where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates collide. Even now, the nation is expanding by roughly 5 cm (1.97 in) annually as it splits wider at the areas where two tectonic plates collide.
Umm, they are not colliding, they are drifting apart. What the photo is showing is a large rift zone, if they were colliding you would expect to see mountains. According to the latest measurements by the Icelandic National Land Survey Iceland is expanding at the rate of 2 cm (0.8 inches) each year as the eastern part of Iceland drifts to the east and the western part drifts to the west. Iceland sits atop the North Atlantic Ridge, where new land is constantly being created by magma welling up from the earth's core as the European and North American tectonic plates drift apart.
The Shortest Town Names Have One Letter
Simplicity is everything. The simpler the name of a town, the easier it is to remember. Sweden takes the medal for the shortest town name. Simply named “Ö,” the town name means island. Literally.
There is a small town in Norway, in the Loften Islands - called "Å". It's extremely picturesque, like the entire archipelago
You Will Only Find Narwhals In The Wild In Canada, Denmark (Greenland), Norway And Russia
The narwhal has a long, spiraling tusk sticking out of its head that gives it the appearance of a hybrid between a whale and a unicorn. Tusks are most frequently found in males, and some of them may have two.
In the Arctic waters off of Canada, Greenland, Norway, and Russia, narwhals live out their entire lives. The Baffin Bay-Davis Strait region hosts the majority of the world's narwhals, who spend up to five months hibernating there under the sea ice.
My grandparents thought I was lying to them when I told them about narwhals. They literally would not believe they existed until I showed them multiple photos of them.😅
Earth Has Enough Gold To Cover Itself In It
Gold is not only shiny and valuable but also deep in the ground, where we aren’t able to reach it. According to current scientific theories, there is enough gold in the Earth's core to cover the planet's surface in a pure gold coating that is 4 m thick.
And gold only forms in a collision of two neutron stars, so we can assume there were a lot of fireworks going on in our galaxy.
Brazil Has More Than 300 Indigenous Tribes
There are some people in this world who don’t partake in the theater of modern society. Some prefer to live in tribes. Approximately 305 tribes, or about 900,000 individuals, make up 0.4% of Brazil's current population. For its indigenous population, the government has recognized 690 areas, totaling almost 13% of Brazil's land area. This protected territory is almost entirely located in the Amazon.
There Are Underwater Lakes And Rivers
Lakes and rivers occur not only on the surface but also below us. When saltwater comes up from the seafloor, it dissolves the surrounding salt layer and gathers in the depressions that emerge. This is how underwater lakes and rivers develop on the ocean's bottom. Unique fishes live in bodies of water, having adapted to the new environment.
There Are Around 7640 Islands In The Philippines
A lot of facts about geography focus on mountains and not a lot of them focus on islands. The Republic of the Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,640 islands, roughly 2,000 of which are inhabited. The Philippines' second-largest island, Mindanao, is located at the southern tip of the archipelago and can be divided into three primary regions: Luzon, the Visayas, and the country as a whole.
Mindanao also has the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).The current armed conflict started in late 1960s, when a Muslim armed group (Moro National Liberation Front or MNLF) started to advocate for a “Moro homeland.” The Philippine government responded through military means, resulting in numerous deaths among, and displacement of, the civilian population (Muslims as well as Christians). The Moro resistance has been going for 4 centuries
Africa Spans All Four Hemispheres
The world can be divided into four different parts known as the hemispheres. Africa is situated so that it is in all four of the hemispheres, making it the only continent out of the major four to do so.
It Snows In The Sahara Desert
This one goes for geography trivia fans. Sand and snow? Something is not right. While we all know Sahara for being, well, a desert of hot sand, at night, this desert gets engulfed in coldness. And sometimes, if the weather is right, snow can fall on some parts of the desert. It has been reported that at least three times snow has fallen on the desert, with January 2022 being the last time this phenomenon happened.
Australia's Red Rock Uluru Is Bigger Than You Think
Rocks! They are everywhere, but Australia probably has the largest ones. At a height of 2,831 feet (863 meters) above sea level, Uluru/Ayers Rock stands 1,142 feet (348 meters) over the surrounding desert plain. Explorer Ernest Giles initially noticed the rock in 1872. Surveyor William Gosse was the first European to visit it the following year.
Not to mention most of it is underground! But now, as I have your attention: if you ever visit - do not be tempted to climb it. It is a sacred place for its indigenous custodians, please respect it. A walk around at a distance is as amazing, really! And don't miss a chance to see its changing colours at sunset.
The Shortest Flight In The World Takes 57 Seconds
If you are up for a short flight, why not take a 57-second flight? In Scotland, the flight between Westray and Papa Westray is the shortest commercial flight in the world.
Dry Valleys Are Entirely Rain-Free
The Dry Valleys in Antarctica, where there hasn't been any rain in about 2 million years, are the driest regions on Earth. This area, which covers 4800 square kilometers, has nearly no water, ice, or snow and receives zero precipitation. The absence of rain in this area is caused by katabatic winds, which are breezes from the mountains that are so damp that gravity draws them away from the valleys.
Australia's Deadliest Animals Are Horses
While Australia is a place of weird animals that seem to be scary and dangerous, the most dangerous animal in the land down under is a horse. Between 2008 and 2017, 77 people were slain in Australia by horses and cows.
The Largest Rock On The Planet (Mount Augustus) Is In Australia
Another rock to add to the ever-growing collection of Australia. The largest monocline in the world, called by the local Wadjarri Aboriginal people as Burringurrah, is found in Mount Augustus National Park in Western Australia, which is situated 460 km (285.832 mi) east of Carnarvon.
The rock itself spans 4,795 hectares in Mount Augustus National Park and is nearly 8 km long. Mount Augustus is surrounded by granite rock that is 1,650 million years old. This makes it significantly older and twice as big as Uluru (Ayers Rock).
There Are 700 Caribbean Islands
More than 700 islands, reefs, and cays make up the Caribbean, which is divided into 30 territories by sovereign nations, foreign departments, and dependencies. Many of these regions have their own version of the Creole language or use English, French, or Spanish.
The Caribbean, a popular travel destination for visitors from all over the world, is known for its stunning beaches, mountains, rainforests, culture, cuisine, and variety of wildlife. It also has a fairly tropical temperature.
Pygmy Elephants Only Exist In Borneo And Sumatra
Size is not everything. Bornean elephants, the smallest subspecies of Asian elephants, are noticeably smaller than their relatives on the mainland. These elephants separated from their relatives in mainland Asia and Sumatra some 300,000 years ago, according to DNA data. Currently, they reside on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra.
It Takes 90 Days For One Drop Of Water To Travel The Mississippi River
The lifeline of the US and North American continent, the Mississippi river, is quite long. A single drop of water needs 90 days to travel the Mississippi River. The Mississippi River descends 1,475 ft from Lake Itasca, where it begins, to the Gulf of Mexico, where it ends.
Iguanas Are An Invasive Species In Florida
Due to their negative effects on local animals, green iguanas, which are not native to Florida, are regarded as an invasive species. Green iguanas, like all non-native reptile species, are not protected in Florida unless by an anti-cruelty statute and may be mercilessly murdered on private property with the consent of the homeowner.
I used to get payed 50 cents for every cane toad I killed (Australia ) because they’re invasive.
Alaska Is The Westernmost And Easternmost State In The U.S.
The westernmost point of land in the United States, and all of North America, is located in the outer Aleutian Islands, which are located between Alaska and Russia. The uninhabited island of Semisopochnoi, by longitude, is the easternmost part of the US that you can find in Alaska.
Three Countries Are Landlocked By Just One Country, Lesotho, San Marino And Vatican City
San Marino, Vatican City, and Lesotho are the only nations currently separated from bodies of water by just one country. While San Marino and Vatican City are small city-states located inside the borders of Italy, Lesotho is a larger nation surrounded by the Republic of South Africa, and has no access to the greater oceans of the Atlantic or Indian.
Russia Is Home To The Coldest Inhabited Place On Earth
We, humans, tend to stick to where the sun is shining and the weather is nice, but it seems like the inhabitants of this place have a different view on living. The coldest temperature ever recorded at Oymyakon, sometimes known as the "Pole of Cold," was -71.2°C (-96.16°F).
In the 1920s and 1930s, reindeer herders would stop in the village, which is now home to 500 people, to water their flocks at the thermal spring. Ironically, because of a neighboring hot spring, Oymyakon means "non-freezing water”.
'I live on one of the poles' 'oh cool which one' 'the cold one'
The Caribbean Is The Deepest Of The Seven Seas
Jack Sparrow’s secrets aren’t the only deep dark things hidden in the Caribbean sea. With a maximum depth of 7,686 m (25216.54 ft) below sea level, the Caribbean Sea is the world's deepest sea and the second-largest sea in the Atlantic Ocean. It is deeper than the Arctic Ocean and is the fifth-deepest body of water in the globe.
Another interesting thing about sea levels: The Suez-channel has no locks, as the water levels between the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Suez are nearly equally high
Colombia Is Home To Most Bird Species
Columbia is a wonderful place with so many fun geography facts to learn. In fact, the largest number of different bird species can be found in Columbia! Currently, Colombia is home to 1958 bird species, 80 of which are endemic, making up over 20% of the world's bird variety. With 165 species out of the 355 that can be found over the entire American continent, it also has the highest diversity of hummingbirds.
Los Angeles Is East Of Reno, Nevada
Situated on the west coast of the USA, Los Angeles, California is more east than the city of Reno, Nevada. Although Los Angeles is located on the Pacific Coast and Nevada is California's eastern neighbor, Reno is located further west. Los Angeles is located at 118°14' west, while Reno is at 119°49' west.
I had to explain this to a caller to a Reno TV station during the O. J. Simpson slow speed chase. He was convinced there was some kind of fraud because it was dark in LA while it was still light in Reno. Surprisingly, I think he believed me.
Russia's Transsiberian Railway Crosses 3,901 Bridges
The Siberia part of Russia is quite large and it hosts one of the longest railroads you can find in an industrialized nation. The length of the Trans-Siberian Railway in its entirety is approximately 9200 km (5716.615 mi) . With so much to cover, this railway crosses a whooping 3901 bridges till it reaches its final destination of Vladivostok.
You Could Walk To Russia From Alaska
While the rivalry between Russia and the USA is usually handled in Europe, the real distance between these giants is quite small. It is easy to be mesmerized by the small space separating North America and Siberia when gazing at a globe of the Earth.
The Bering Strait is barely 85 km broad at its narrowest point, luring adventurers to try navigating its cold waters. An explorer would have to cross the Bering Strait illegally if they wanted to kayak, swim, stroll on the ice, or sail from Alaska to Siberia.
Greece Has More Than 200 Inhabited Islands
There are between 1,200 and 6,000 Greek islands, according to recent estimations. Of course, it depends on one’s personal definition of an island. There are between 166 and 227 Greek islands that are inhabited. Greece also has one of the longest coastlines in the world, which is one of the reasons why it can have so many islands.
"Greece also has one of the longest coastlines in the world, which is one of the reasons why it can have so many islands" Mmmm
The Largest Sand Island In The World Is In Australia
Listed in the World Heritage, Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island, is almost 123 km long and 22 km wide at its widest point. The highest dunes on the island climb to a height of 244 m, while most only reach 100 to 200 m.
Mexican Soccer Fans Caused An Earthquake During 2018's World Cup Play
Nature is brutal, but what about a large crowd of hyped-up football fans? Mexican seismologists have verified that soccer supporters are a real force of nature. In 2018, World Cup fans took to the streets and their joyful celebrations were able to create quite a shockwave. One can imagine what would happen if Mexico wins a World Cup…
Polar Bears Only Live In Alaska, Canada, Russia, Greenland, And Some Northern Islands Owned By Norway
Sea ice that develops over the open waters where their seal prey resides is essential to the survival of polar bears. Because they can swim well, polar bears can travel great distances between the shore and the sea ice. Polar bears frequently swim between floating ice islands when the ice is breaking away. Currently, polar bears can be found in Alaska, Canada, Russia, Greenland, and on islands in northern Norway.
Mt. Everest Isn't As Close To The Moon As Mt. Chimborazo
Being the highest mountain not only on the Asian continent, but also in the world, Mt. Everest is 8,848 m (29028.87 ft) high, but it is not the closest mountain to the Moon. With Earth not being the perfect circle we all imagined it to be, some points are much closer to the Moon than others. Since the Earth's bulge is largest just one degree south of the Equator, the peak of Ecuador's Mount Chimborazo, which is located there, is the highest point above the planet's center. With that in mind, that means that Mount Chimborazo is closer to the Moon and stars than the highest peak of Mt. Everest.
Most Of The U.S. Coastline Is In Alaska
From coast to coast, the USA spans the whole continent, but most of its coastline can be found in the state of Alaska. More than all the other states' coastlines combined, Alaska's shoreline stretches for a total of 10686.04 km (6,640 mi). Including islands, Alaska has 54563.199 km (33,904 mi) of shoreline.
It Snows In Hawaii
The tropical island that is Hawaii does get some snow from time to time, but only on the tops of the highest peaks of the Big Island, and Maui gets covered by it. Snow storms which come back every winter usually cover just the mountains above 11,000 ft, thus only Mauna Kea (13,803 ft) and Mauna Loa (13,680 ft) get to see the snowflakes.
Russia Is Home To Europe's Tallest Mountain, Mount Elbrus
The Alps, ski resorts, and attractive mountain villages are often thought of by people when thinking about mountaineering in Europe. In fact, the highest peak in Europe, Elbrus, is found in the Russian Caucasus, not the French Alps. Elbrus, with its double-coned volcano, is 832 m (2729.66 ft) higher than Mont Blanc, the tallest mountain in Western Europe, at 5642 meters. Despite its enormous size, most people can climb Europe's tallest peak, but it requires effort and commitment.
Russia And China Touch 14 Countries Each
Russia and China are two of the biggest countries in the world. So large that they both touch 14 countries each. Russia has borders with many European nations and some Asian countries, while China is bordering many east Asian countries.
Sargasso Is The Only Sea In The World That Has No Land Boundary
The only sea in the world that is completely encircled by, well, more sea, is located in the North Atlantic Ocean. Its northern, western, southern, and eastern borders are formed by the Gulf Stream, the North Atlantic Equatorial Current, and the Canary Current. Similar to a terrestrial coastline, these currents create a gyre that circles the Sargasso Sea in a clockwise direction.
The Dead Sea Is Sinking
Shrinking seas are one of the more horrible side effects of global warming. The Dead Sea is one of them. According to research, the salty sea's surface is subsiding by more than 91.44 cm (3 ft) per year.
The Hottest Recorded Temperature Was 134°F (56.7°C)
Let’s move on from the coldness of Russia to the hot mess that is the rest of the world. At Greenland Ranch in Death Valley, California, USA, on July 10, 1913, a temperature of 56.7°C (134°F) was officially recorded as the highest ever. The previous record was held by El Azizia, Libya, with a measurement of 58°C (136.4°F), but was removed for various factors.
India Is Home To The World's Highest Cricket Ground
Cricket is one of the most popular games in the territories once controlled by the British monarchs. The majority of historians agree that the game of cricket originated in the southeast of England during the Middle Ages. It became more well-liked among adults in the 17th century and remained a leisure game until the 18th century when it became a national sport of England. Yet, India is the home to the largest cricket grounds in the world, and the game is currently quite popular there.
The Middle East Imports Sand From Australia
Australia and Saudi Arabia are two desert nations, yet, while one exports its sand, the other imports that sand. Saudi Arabia is the importer of sand from Australia because of their huge construction needs. This demand is only rising and Australia is more than eager to continue shoveling that sand.
14 Countries Have Less Than 1% Forest (3 Have None)
Due to pressure from the expanding population on the available land, tiny countries with high population densities typically have little or no forest acreage. While the small nations of Monaco and Nauru have 0% of their territory covered in forests, the island nations of Kiribati and Maldives have from 2% to 3% of their territories covered in forests.
As you have mentioned my country (Maldives), I am now obligated to comment on the fact that it is mentioned
Indonesia Is A Global Leader In Coconut Production
The world's largest producer of coconuts is Indonesia. The province of North Sulawesi produces the majority of the nation's coconuts. Coconuts grown in Indonesia are exported internationally in large quantities. Indonesia is also one of the biggest growers of pineapples worldwide.
Alaska Is Home To The Largest Cities In America
With Alaska being the largest state in the union of the United States, it’s only normal for it to also have the largest cities by the area occupied. The four largest cities in the US by area are located in Alaska: Sitka (2,870.3 square miles), Juneau (2,701.9 square miles), Wrangell (2,542.5 square miles), Anchorage (1,704.7 square miles). The next biggest city is situated in Florida and is only 747 square miles.
Water Covers The Majority Of The Planet, But Most Of It Can't Be Used By Humans
While oceans, seas, lakes, and rivers have water in them, humans can’t use all of it. We can only use fresh water. A very small portion of the total amount of water on the globe is freshwater. Even while water covers almost 70% of the earth, only 2.5% of it is fresh water.
Only 1% of our freshwater is readily available and the majority of it is trapped in glaciers and snowfields. In essence, only 0.007% of the water in the world is used to hydrate and feed its 8 billion inhabitants.
North Carolina Has A Piece Of Land That Belongs To England
As many of the commercial ships departing US ports during Operation Drumbeat were bound for the UK, Germany targeted them. Germany couldn't publicly strike the ships departing East Coast ports with these supplies because the US was formally neutral.
In mid-May, the US Coast Guard and the Royal Navy hold an annual ceremony on a small strip of land on Ocracoke Island that is perpetually leased to Britain, where four English servicemen are buried.
You'll Hit New York In All Directions From Stamford, Connecticut
With New York and Stamford, Connecticut located right next to each other, they are practically a step away. If you were to go in any of the four directions from Stamford, there is a high chance that eventually, you are going to hit the state of New York. So if you are ever in Stamford, Connecticut, why not visit New York too?
look on a map, if you go directly east from stamford, you will hit the upper fork of long island.
Mawsynram In India Is The Wettest Place On Earth
The village of Mawsynram in northeast India is the wettest place on Earth, receiving an incredible 11,871 millimeters of rain a year on average. There has been an average rainfall of 3,000 millimeters just from June to August. Due to the catchment area's unusual form and orography, moisture from the Bay of Bengal concentrates here, causing significant rains.
There Are Submarine Volcanos
The Earth's most active volcanic systems are submerged in water that is typically 2,600 m (8,500 ft) deep. An estimated 75% of the annual volcanic activity is produced by a global system of mid-ocean ridges underneath the oceans.
Lava is estimated to have erupted in an area of 3 cubic kilometers (0.7 cubic miles). The margins of new oceanic plates are formed by magma and lava, which also provide heat and chemicals to some of the planet's most peculiar and exotic organisms.
Los Angeles And San Francisco Will Be Neighboring Cities (In 15 Million Years)
While Los Angeles and San Francisco are both located on the west coast of the USA, they aren’t neighbors… just yet. But, in just 15 million years, San Francisco and Los Angeles will become neighbors. If you are deciding what city to choose, don’t worry, in 15 million years, it won’t make any difference.
The Vast Majority Of The Earth's Population Is In The North
The Earth is clearly and significantly skewed toward the north in terms of population. Due to the more arable land and bigger amount of rivers to utilize, the northern part of our Earth is host to a lot more people than the southern part.
Australia And New Zealand Are 4,163 Kilometers (2,587 Miles) Apart
While looking at the map, you might think that Australia and New Zealand are practically neighbors, just a few thousand of small steps away. Well, the distance between these two nations is just 4163 km (2587 mi) apart from each other. If you were to take a flight from one island to another, you would have to travel for more than 4 hours!
Auckland to Sydney is 1342 mile (2160km) flight. And thats not even the 2 closest points between the countries.
The Pacific Ocean Is Shrinking
The fatty of the world, the Pacific Ocean is starting to drop some weight and beginning to shrink. Because of the opening of the Atlantic Ocean and the westward movement of North and South America, the Pacific Ocean basin is getting smaller.
The Pacific plate lies beneath the majority of the Pacific Ocean. Three smaller plates, the Nazca, Cocos, and Juan de Fuca plates, encircle the Pacific plate on its east side. Under the Eurasian, Philippine, and Indo-Australian plates is where the western border of the Pacific plate is subducting. And thus it shrinks.
Hurricanes Hit China More Than Any Other Nation
The fact that China's typhoon season lasts the entire year makes it a country that experiences the most hurricanes. Typhoon Rammasun was the most powerful hurricane ever to be recorded in China. When it struck China in 2014, it made landfall there and had gusts of 160 mph. Over 127 hurricanes have made landfall on the Chinese mainland since 1970. They have significantly harmed the nation's emerging economy.
That's a good point. There are at least twice as many Chinese typhoons as there are American hurricanes and Australian cyclones.
Barberton Greenstone Belt, Oldest Mountains In The World, Are Located In South Africa
The Makhonjwa Mountains, often referred to as the Barberton Greenstone Belt in South Africa, is made of rocks that date as far back as 3.6 billion years. In 1875, gold was found in this location for the first time in South Africa. The highest point of the Makhonjwa Mountains is roughly 1,800 m (5,905 ft) above sea level.
Canada and Australia also have former mountain ranges that date back a very long time. In Canada up to 4.2 billion years ago. In Australia to 3 billion years ago with isolated crystals 4.4 billion years old.
Egypt Is Located In Both Africa And Asia
Egypt is what is referred to as a ‘transcontinental nation’. It is located in both Asia and Africa. However, because Africa contains the majority of Egypt, most people think of Africa when referring to Egypt. Asia contains the other little portion of Egypt. It is the Sinai Peninsula, located in the country's southwest.
Um.... the Sinai Peninsula is definitely not in the southwest of Egypt, but rather the northeast. It's in the southwest of Asia. Like come one BP, I know you're just stripping content from other sites but at least make sure the content you're claiming is true is... well... true. This is super easy to check too!
Russia Has 11.0% Of The Earth's Landmass
Throughout history, Russia has been in the top 5 countries by landmass and has remained there for a long time. Currently, even after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Russia still stands as the biggest country in the world. With a total area of 17,098,242 square kilometers (6,601,665 square miles) and a land area of 16,376,870 square kilometers (6,323,142 square miles), or 11% of the 148,940,000 square kilometers (57,510,000 square miles) total area of the Earth, Russia is the largest country in the world.
Mexico City Is Sinking
Mexico cannot only create earthquakes during a World Cup but also slowly sink their capital city. Mexico City's ground is sinking at a rate of over 50 cm (20 in) per year, and neither will it stop nor will it recover.
Considering that it is built on top of a series of lakes, this is not surprising.
Continents Move Faster Under Stress
Stress is the worst motivator for people, but not for landmasses and tectonic plates. Geophysicists have learned an astonishing fact about tectonic plates: under tremendous stress, they can accelerate up to 20 times faster than they normally would. When the plates are about to break, they can move roughly as quickly as a human fingernail grows, which is quite quick in terms of continental drift.
Me personally whenever I'm stressed I also move about as quickly as a human fingernail grows. Pretty fast in terms of continental drift!
I like this more than the monotonous AITA or malicious compliance posts...
A's that are wondering if they are the A's take a long boring time to explain how they are the A's
Load More Replies... Its having a resurgence. Idk why, BP just put it on top for whatever reason
Load More Replies... I have another one: Germany is the country that gets hit the most by tornadoes in Europe, as it lies directly in the europen tornado lane.
I like this more than the monotonous AITA or malicious compliance posts...
A's that are wondering if they are the A's take a long boring time to explain how they are the A's
Load More Replies... Its having a resurgence. Idk why, BP just put it on top for whatever reason
Load More Replies... I have another one: Germany is the country that gets hit the most by tornadoes in Europe, as it lies directly in the europen tornado lane.
