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10 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About The World
1. Antarctica is the only continent without reptiles.
Antarctica is incredibly enigmatic, but the one thing you don’t find there are reptiles. That’s because the climate is a bit too severe for them—the cold temperatures prevent reptiles from inhabiting the area.
2. The world’s oldest flower is over 140 million years old.
In 1994, a fossilised flower was discovered in China. After some testing, scientists determined the fossil was of a 125 million year-old plant related to modern day water lilies. Thus, the fossil became known as the world’s oldest flower.
3. There are more stars in the universe than grains of sand on Earth.
It is believed that the universe consists of between 10 sextillion and 1 septillion stars. Unless you are a celebrity, the chances that you can count each and every one of them is pretty much zero.
4. The Great Wall of China is the longest human-made structure in the world.
The Great Wall of China is without a doubt one of the world’s most impressive constructions. It’s an awe-inspiring wonder of the world that measures almost 5,500 miles long and up to 33 feet tall.
5. The Amazon River is the longest river in the world.
At 4,000 miles long, the Amazon River is the longest and mightiest river in the world. It is so powerful, it contributes around 20% of the total global river flow into the oceans.
6. The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world.
At 3.5 million square miles, the Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world. Temperatures during the day can reach around 40°C or 104°F where a few hardy animals and plants still manage to survive.
7. The coldest temperature ever recorded was in Antarctica.
The coldest temperature ever recorded was -89.2°C or -128.6°F in Antarctica in August 2010. Antartica is the coldest continent in the world, with temperatures ranging from -36°C to -45°C most of the year.
8. The world’s highest mountain is Mount Everest.
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world, reaching a majestic 8,848 meters above sea level. Located in the Himalayas, the mountain has an almost mythical status and is a major tourist destination for experienced mountaineering enthusiasts.
9. The world’s deepest lake is Lake Baikal.
Located in southern Siberia, Lake Baikal is the deepest and most voluminous freshwater lake in the world. It contains about 20% of the planet’s liquid freshwater and holds some of the world’s oldest known species of animals, including the Baikal Seal.
10. The world’s tallest waterfall is Angel Falls in Venezuela.
Venezuela is home to Angel Falls, the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall. It is 3,212 feet high and is located in the Canaima National Park. The waterfalls are a popular tourist destination and are a sight to behold.
