Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa with a diverse landscape that encompasses the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and the massive Lake Victoria. It has abundant wildlife that includes chimpanzees as well as rare birds. The Remote Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is known as a gorilla sanctuary. Take a look below for 30 more fun…
30 Fun And Fascinating Facts About Ghana
Ghana is a nation on West Africa’s Gulf of Guinea and is known for its diverse wildlife, old forts and secluded beaches, such as the Busua. The coastal towns of Elmina and Cape Coast have native shrines, called posubans, colonial buildings and castles that have been turned into museum. Take a look below for 30…
30 Fun And Interesting Facts About Madagascar
Madagascar is a large island nation off the southeast coast of Africa. It’s home to thousands of animal species, such as lemurs, which are not found anywhere else. Near the busy capital of Antananarivo is Ambohimanga, which is a hillside complex of royal palaces and burial grounds, as well as the Avenue of the Baobabs,…
30 Interesting And Fascinating Facts About The Democratic Republic Of The Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, or just the Congo, is a country located in Central Africa. It borders the Central African Republic and South Sudan to the north, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and Tanzania to the east, Zambia to the south, Angola to the southwest, and the Republic of the Congo and the Atlantic Ocean…
30 Interesting And Awesome Facts About Tanzania
Tanzania is an East African country that’s known for its vast wilderness areas. These areas include the plains of Serengeti National Park, which is a safari mecca that’s populated by elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo and rhinos, and Kilimanjaro National Park, which is home to Africa’s highest mountain. Take a look below for 30 more interesting…
30 Fun And Interesting Facts About Cape Verde
Cape Verde, also known as Cabo Verde, is a nation on a volcanic archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa. It’s known for its Creole Portuguese-African culture, traditional morna music and numerous beaches. It’s biggest island, Santiago, is home to the current capital city of Praia. Take a look below for 30 more fun and…
30 Fun And Fascinating Facts About Tunisia
Tunisia is a North African country bordering the Mediterranean Sea and the Sahara Desert. In the capital, Tunis, the Bardo Museum has archaeological exhibits from Roman mosaics to Islamic art. The city’s medina quarter encompasses the massive Al-Zaytuna Mosque and a thriving souk. Take a look below for 30 more fun and fascinating facts about…
30 Fun And Interesting Facts About Libya
Libya is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Egypt to the east, Sudan to the southeast, Chad and Niger to the south, and Algeria and Tunisia to the west. The country is made of three historical regions, Tripolitania, Fezzan and Cyrenaica. Take a look…
30 Interesting And Fascinating Facts About Mauritius
Mauritius is an Indian Ocean island nation that’s known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs. The mountainous interior includes Black River Gorges National Park, with rainforests, waterfalls, hiking trails and wildlife, and Capital Port Louis, with sites such as the Champs de Mars horse track. Take a look below for 30 more interesting and fascinating…
30 Fun And Fascinating Facts About Ethiopia
Ethiopia is located in the Horn of Africa. It’s a rugged, landlocked country that’s split by the Great Rift Valley. With archaeological finds dating back more than 3 million years, it’s a place of ancient culture. Among its important sites are Lalibela with its rock-cut Christian churches from the 12th and 13th centuries, to Aksum,…