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The World

Some World Facts

  • 5 Most Obese Countries in the World:

Nauru | Palau | Marshal Islands | Tuvalu | Tonga. 
  • Commonwealth Countries:

The Commonwealth is made up of fifty-three countries that were formerly under British rule.  
  • 5 Countries with the Most Summer Olympic Medals:

United states with approximately 2523 medals won | Russia comes second with 1556 summer Olympic medals | Germany comes third with 1346 medals | Great Britain at fourth place with 851 medals | France stands in 5th place with 716 medals. 
  • How Many Countries are in the World:

The United States recognizes 195 Counties in the World even though United Nations sometimes have disagreements on the total numbers. 
  • Is Russia in Europe or Asia?

Russia spans both Europe and Asia | More Tham Three-quarters of Russia’s Population lives in the European part of the country | The region of Asia that is controlled by Russia is known as Siberia. 
  • 5 Biggest Airports in the World by size:

King Fahd International Airport (DMM) | Denver International Airport (DEN) | Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) | Orlando International Airport (MCO) | Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). 

5 Mega Cities Of The World

1: TOKYO, JAPAN | Population 37.2 million.

FACTS ABOUT TOKYO.

1. Tokyo was called Edo for a very long time.
2. It’s home to the world’s busiest intersection.
3. Tokyo is home to a robot hotel.
4. There are anti-suicide lights in Tokyo’s metro stations.
5. You can purchase anything from a vending machine in Tokyo.
6. It boasts the most Michelin stars in the world.
7. Tokyo has its own Eiffel Tower.
Tokyo

2: DELHI, INDIA | Population 37.5 million

Delhi, India

FACTS ABOUT DELHI

1. New Delhi and Delhi are two different places.
2. The Red Fort used to be white in color.
3. Delhi is the home to the largest market of spices in Asia.
4. Delhi is the leading commercial center of India.
5. Delhi is home to a unique Museum of Toilets.
6. Delhi was once bound by 14 gates.
7. Delhi is the second most bird-rich capital in the world.

3: SHANGHAI, CHINA | Population 28.5 million.

FACTS ABOUT SHANGHAI

1. Shanghai’s history can be dated back to 400 B.C.
2. The world’s largest indoor ski resort is located in Shanghai.
3. Shanghai has more than 1,000 bus lines.
4. Shanghai Metro is the longest in the world.
5. Once there was a fishing village called “Shen”.
6. Shanghai Disney Resort is 11 times larger than the original Disneyland in California.7. The Shanghai Tower is the world’s third tallest building.
Shan

4: DHAKA, BANGLADESH | Population 22.5 million.

FACTS ABOUT DHAKA

1. Rickshaw Capital of the World.
2. Cricket Mania!
3. Endless Festivals!
4. Traffic Jams are typical here!
5. The Grandeur Pink Palace!
6. Home to the concept of Microcredit!
 

5: SAO PAULO, BRAZIL | Population 22.4 million.

FACTS ABOUT SAO PAULO

1. Home to 18 million People
2. Sao Paulo has one of the largest coffee plantations.
3. Shanghai has more than 1,000 bus lines.
4. Exclusive Sumo Gymnasium outside of Japan.
5. Home to the Corinthians
6. Largest Japanese community.
7. Largest helicopter fleet.