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The Tallest Buildings In Washington, DC

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is the tallest building in Washington, D.C.

April 6, 2018 14:36

Tampa is home to more than 127 high-rise buildings out of which 15 rise to more than 280 feet high.

The Tallest Buildings in Tampa

The 100 North Tampa building is the tallest building in Tampa and the fifteenth-tallest building in Florida.

April 5, 2018 17:33

Switzerland is a landlocked country in Europe.

What Continent Is Switzerland In?

Switzerland is located in in the western-central region of the continent of Europe.

April 5, 2018 17:28

The Grande Dixence Dam located on Switzerland's Dixence River is the tallest gravity dam in the world.

The Tallest Dams in Switzerland

The Grande Dixence Dam is not only the tallest dam in Switzerland, but also the fifth tallest in the world.

April 5, 2018 17:22

The Gateway Arch is the world’s tallest steel structure.

Which Is The Tallest Monument In The US?

The tallest monument of the US is located in St. Louis, Missouri.

April 5, 2018 17:12

The border between North Korea and South Korea is known as the "demilitarized zone" or DMZ.

Which Countries Border South Korea?

South Korea is located in the south of the Korean Peninsula.

April 4, 2018 17:21

Cars wait at the Polish-Ukrainian border. Editorial credit: difenbahia / Shutterstock.com.

Which Countries Border Ukraine?

Ukraine shares its borders with 7 other nations.

April 4, 2018 17:12

Flag of Barbados flying above the Parliament Buildings of Bridgetown, Barbados. Editorial credit: photosounds / Shutterstock.com

When Did Barbados Gain Independence From The United Kingdom?

Barbados gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1966.

April 4, 2018 13:48

San Diego has more than 150 high rise buildings of which 32 buildings have a height of more than 300 feet.

The Tallest Buildings In San Diego

At 500 feet, the One America Plaza is the tallest building in San Diego.

April 4, 2018 11:34

The London Eye is one of the most visited tourist destinations in London by Londoners.

Attractions In London That Londoners Themselves Love To Visit

The Natural History Museum is London's most visited attraction by Londoners.

April 3, 2018 17:51

Earthshine blankets the dark side of the moon in a gentle glow.

What is Planetshine?

Planetshine refers to the lighting up of the dark side of a planet’s moon or moons by reflected light from a planet.

April 3, 2018 17:30

As Coptic Christianity originated in Egypt, the country has the largest population of Coptic Christians.

Countries With the Largest Coptic Christian Populations

Egypt has the largest population of Coptic Christians.

April 3, 2018 17:12

Hanford National Monument covers an area 194,451 acres along the Columbia River.

Hanford Reach National Monument - Unique Places in North America

The Hanford Reach National Monument is located in Washington.

April 3, 2018 16:48

Kuwait is one of the smallest countries in the world covering only 6,880 square miles.

What Continent is Kuwait In?

Kuwait, a Middle Eastern country bordering the northern tip of the Persian Gulf, is located in the western region of the continent of Asia.

April 3, 2018 15:17

South Korea is bordered by North Korea to the north, as well as by the Yellow Sea to the west, the Sea of Japan to the east, and the Korea Strait to the south.

What Continent is South Korea In?

South Korea, composed of the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula as well as several nearby islands, is located in the eastern region of the continent of Asia.

April 3, 2018 14:18

The Kasarani Safaricom Indoor Arena in Nairobi, Kenya, is one of the 20 largest indoor arenas in Africa. Editorial credit: alarico / Shutterstock.com.

The Largest Indoor Arenas In Africa

The Cairo Stadium Indoor Halls Complex is the largest indoor arena in Africa.

April 2, 2018 17:45

The Salton Sea formed from what was once the prehistoric Lake Cahuilla.

Lake Cahuilla: Location and History

The prehistoric Lake Cahuilla stretched 2,200 square miles over California and northern Mexico.

April 2, 2018 17:24

Jordan is a Middle Eastern republic is strategically located in western Asia at the crossroads of Africa and Asia.

What Continent is Jordan In?

Jordan, a Middle Eastern country bordering the Jordan River, is located in the western region of the continent of Asia.

April 2, 2018 17:15

The flag, known as the "Ohio Burgee" is named for its unique swallowtail shape.

Ohio State Flag

The flag of Ohio stands out as the only non-rectangular flag in the USA.

April 2, 2018 16:10

Jamaica is the third-largest island country in the Caribbean.

What Continent is Jamaica In?

The Caribbean island country of Jamaica is part of the continent of North America.

April 2, 2018 14:36