50 states are located on the territory of Europe. They are distinguished by their culture and customs, historical heritage and economy. Each state is unique and inimitable in its own way. Thousands of tourists from all over the world visit European countries every year. It is here that the best resorts, cultural and historical sights are located. Next, we suggest reading more interesting and amazing facts about Europe.
1. All world wars started in Europe.
2. Between Africa and Madagascar is an island called Europe.
3. Zero birth rate was noted in the Vatican in 1983.
4. House numbering began in London only in 1764.
5. It is forbidden to work as prostitutes with the name of Mary in the town of Siena in Italy.
6. The national anthem of Greece has 158 variants.
7. It is allowed to make coffins from walnut shells or natural wood in Italy.
8. Animation character Mickey Mouse in Italy is called Poplar.
9. In Sweden there is a city called A.
10. In France, there is a city called Y.
11. In France, there is a special calculator that can convert francs into euros.
12. In Italy, there is a restaurant “Solo for two”, in which there is only one table.
13. “Land of rabbits” – literally means Spain.
14. In medieval Europe, Venice was considered the largest seaport.
15. Sewerage is completely absent in Venice.
16. About 150 canals pass through Venice.
17. Most Venetian houses are built on piles of Russian larch.
18. There are only 20 professional plumbers in Venice.
19. Pigeons in Venice are only allowed to be fed in Piazza San Marco.
20. The famous lover of Casanova was born in Venice.
21. The composer Vivaldi and the traveler Marco Polo were also born in Venice.
22. In 1436, under the city fountain of Onufry was created by the Italian stone dome.
23. The Republic of Dubrovnik conducted a dynamic foreign policy in its time.
24. Dubrovnik was occupied by Nazi troops during the Second World War.
25. The Botanical Garden and the Arboretum are located not far from Dubrovnik.
26. The Italian language was the main language in the Dubrovinsky Republic.
27. Scientists believe that the remains of Atlantis are Santorini.
28. Bull horns are usually nailed over entrances of houses in Santorini.
29. Only on the shores of Lake Santorini is perch – rofos.
30. Multi-colored beaches with white, red and black sand exist on the island of Santorini.
31. The grapevine is a symbol of health and prosperity in Portugal.
32. One grape is eaten on New Year’s Eve night in Portugal.
33. The flag of Spain is considered a symbol of bullfighting.
34. The capital of France is famous for its museums.
35. About 6 million people are buried in French catacombs.
36. About 2 km of passages are open to tourists in France.
37. A very large number of geysers are present in Iceland.
38. Iceland ranks first among other countries in terms of the number of natural geysers.
39. The highest active European volcano is located on the territory and Italy.
40. The largest volcano Etna is located on the island of Sicily.
41. The UK stamp does not include the name of the country of origin.
42. Norway is considered a patriotic people.
43. The national flag can be seen at almost all houses in Norway.
44. Finnish people are big coffee drinkers.
45. Sweden is one of the leaders in gender equality.
46. Parental leave in Sweden lasts 480 days.
47. Mills and Holland are inseparable, in which there are about 1100 of them.
48. Even from space, motorways in Belgium are clearly visible.
49. In Germany you can often see homeless people with dogs.
50. Ball season starts in Austria in January and February.
51. Everyone abroad is sure that Cheburashka is she.
52. The size of the Volkswagen Beetle car has the heart of a white whale.
53. Three bells must be worn by European cats and dogs.; /p>
54. Cheerleaders for sports teams brandish colorful furry things called pipidastras.
55. Subway escalators and their rubber armrests move at different speeds.
56. It is necessary to press the eyeballs of the crocodile with your thumb to free yourself from its jaws.
57. The chameleon’s tongue is twice as long as its body.
58. In the first 10 meters, the runner is able to outrun the racing car.
59. The only bird that can fly backwards is the hummingbird.
60. Even wild boar and deer are attacked by Komodo – giant lizards.
61. Every fifth European was shown on TV.
62. You can put a nut in water for 48 hours to crack it.
63. You cannot stick a blade between the plates of the Cheops pyramid.
64. Drivers kill more deer than hunters.
65. A rat can fall from a five-story building without any damage.
66. A small drop of alcohol can drive a scorpion crazy.
67. Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world.
68. The speed of sound can overcome all modern jets.
69. More than 8 million people reach the number of inhabitants of Great Britain.
70. More than 1706 sq. meters is the area of London.
71. Cars drive in Europe on the left side of the street.
72. The prime meridian passes through the capital of Great Britain.
73. As many as five international airports are at the disposal of London.
74. There are almost never traffic jams in the center of London.
75. Half of the people of the central streets of Great Britain are tourists.
76. About 100 streets exist in London.
77. To become a taxi driver in London, you need to complete three years of training.
78. Every Londoner appears on 50 surveillance cameras every day.
79. There are several other cities in the world called London.
80. Canadian London is also located on the River Thames.
81. Finns are the world’s first coffee drinker.
82. 80% of Finland’s water is classified as clean.
83. A real Santa Claus lives in Lapland.
84. You can meet a real deer on the streets of Finland.
85. According to folk legend, Finns died and were born in the sauna.
86. Champignons are the most popular mushrooms in Finland.
87. Race walking is very popular in Finland at any time of the year.
88. Finnish residents have bright eyes and hair.
89. Among the European population, Italians and French drink more.
90. It is not customary to leave a tip in Finland.
91. In the north of Finland, you can most often see the Northern Lights.
92. National producers are very trusted in Finland.
93. There is one sauna for every third man in Finland.
94. About 9% of the total area Finland is full of lakes.
95. The Finnish company Nokia was founded in 1865.
96. Jackie Kennedy wore Finnish designer clothes.
97. At 50- In the 1990s, Finnish manufacturers were the leaders in design.
98. Air guitar competitions are held annually in European countries.
99. In European countries, it is necessary to purchase a fishing license.
100. Terribly afraid of their wives men in Italian families.