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20 interesting facts 1. Originally formed in the late ninth century, the Czech state was first known as the Duchy of Bohemia under the Great Moravian Empire. 2. During the 1989 Velvet Revolution the communist regime collapsed and in June of 1993, Czechoslovakia was peacefully dissolved. It then became two independent states: the Czech Republic and Slovakia. 3. Known as the castle capital of the world, the republic has over 2000 castles, ruins and keeps for visitors to tour and enjoy. 4. The Old Town Square is home to the Astronomical Clock, the annual Christmas market, cafes, street entertainers, the Old Town Hall. 5. Prague is the only major city in Europe that wasn’t bombed in WWII. Rumor has it that Hitler wanted it as his cultural capital. 6. The Czech Republic contains the historic regions of Bohemia to the west, Moravia to the east and Czech Silesia to the northeast. Most of Czech Silesia is actually in modern Poland. 7. The first big Hollywood blockbuster filmed in Prague was Tom Cruise’s "Mission Impossible". 8. Prague often finds a place on “Top 10 Beautiful Most Beautiful Cities in the World” lists. 9. Czech Republic is a country of architecture. Styles that have survived over 1000 years mark periods in history. Baroque, Gothic, Renaissance, Romanesque, Classicism, Art-Nouveau, ubism, Functionalism and even architecture of the Communist era are all on display. 10. The traditional welcoming is with bread and salt. 11. The Czech Republic is in the center of Europe. This means there’s easy access to a number of major cities across Europe via rail, road or air. Berlin, Vienna, Milan, Munich, Krakow, and Budapest are all within easy traveling distance and close enough to visit even for a weekend break. 12. The Czech Republic is home to many famous international companies, including Deloitte Touche, Exxon Mobil, and Zara. But the country also has its own homegrown large firms, such as Skoda, Budweiser Budvar, Pilsner Urquell and Bata. 13. The Charles University in Prague, founded in 1348, is the oldest university in Eastern Europe, and one of the oldest in the world in continuous operation. 14. The city of Karlovy Vary, known for its health-restoring sulfurous waters and spa services. 15. The language has a formal and informal form, and the natives are patient with foreigners who use them inappropriately. 16. Tourism is big business in the Czech Republic. It has an impressive architectural heritage with 12 UNESCO monuments and many centuries’ worth of monuments, buildings, towers, bridges, and castles to visit. 17. Inventors have abounded throughout the history of the Czech people, and Czechs have invented the first grounded lightning rod, the screw propeller, the modern compass, sugar cubes, the plastic explosive Semtex, and soft contact lenses, among other things. 18. Mushroom hunting is a favorite pastime of the Czech people. 19. Puppetry and marionette exhibitions are very popular for children and adults. Puppetry festivals are held throughout the country each year. In Prague, the puppet museum host shows daily and his collection is the largest in the world. 20. The Czech Aquapalace Praha is the biggest water park in Central Europe. T

1. China is commonly known as the People’s Republic of China. 2. The Forbidden City is a palace complex in Beijing, contains about 9,000 rooms! 3. China is considered to be the oldest civilization with some historians marking 6000 BC as the beginning of the Chinese civilization. 4. Beijing is the capital city of China is, while Shanghai is the most populated city. 5. With a population of over 1.3 billion, China has more people than any other country on Earth. 6. Ice cream originated in China. It was first invented in 2000 BC when the Chinese put together soft milk and rice in the snow. 7. Every year in the Chinese culture is represented by an animal. Each month of each year is also represented by an animal, and there are twelve specific animals that always represent the months of every year. Chinese New Year is celebrated each year and is a colorful festival that everyone in China celebrates. It is a time of parties, fun, relaxation and family time. 8. Red is considered a very lucky color in China. At one time traditional wedding dresses were even red. 9. China is one of the ancients civilizations. 10. The mortar used to bind the Great Wall’s stones was made with sticky rice ! 11. China belongs to the continent of Asia. Bordering countries are Afghanistan, Bhutan, Burma, India, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Vietnam. 12. There are many different languages that are spoken in China, including Mandarin, Wu, Yue, Minbei, Xiang, Minnan, Xiang, Hakka, and Gan. 13. China has the second-largest economy in the world, right after the USA. 14. The popular giant panda is found near the Yangtze River in China. 15. Fortune cookies are not actually a traditional Chinese custom. They were invented by an employee in the Key Heong noodle factory in San Francisco. 16. The celebration of the Chinese New Year lasts 15 days. 17. The thirteenth floor is usually left out from hotels, buildings, and vehicle license plates, and the number four is not used in phone numbers. 18. The 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing were hosted by China. The 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing were the most expensive in history. They were estimated to cost $40 billion. 19. The number one hobby in China is stamp collecting. 20. The Forbidden City was so named because commoners were forbidden to enter the city. Any commoner who saw the emperor was killed.

1. The name Australia comes from the Latin, ‘Terra Australia Incognito’, which means the Unknown Southern Land. 2. Canberra was selected as the capital because Sydney and Melbourne could not stop arguing about which city should be the capital of Australia. 3. Inland area; Australia is 32 times greater than that of the U.K, almost twice than that of Europe, and almost equal to that of the United States of America. 4. Australia is the only continent-nation in the world. It is a continent and an independent country as well. It is also the smallest, flattest, and driest inhabited continent in the world. 5. Kangaroo is the national animal of Australia. 6. The longest fence in the world is in Australia and it is 5,530 kilometers in length. It is called the ‘dingo fence’. 7. The largest cities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. 8. Australia has a range of different landscapes, including urban areas, mountain ranges, deserts and rain forests. 9. Australia is home to a variety of unique animals, including the koala, kangaroo, emu, kookaburra, and platypus. 10. Today's Australia is very multicultural with Indigenous peoples and migrants from some 200 countries. 11. The Opera House is an architectural wonder. If you open the sails of the house and combine them, a perfect sphere would be formed. And the inspiration for this kind of design came to its architect while he was eating an orange. 12. More than 85% of Australians live within 50 km of the coast. 13. Australia is home to 10 of the world’s 15 most poisonous snakes as well as an excessive number of venomous spiders. 14. There are more than 150 million sheep in Australia and only 20 million people. 15. Most of Australia's exotic flower and animals cannot be found anywhere else in the world. 16. There are over 10,000 beaches found around Australia. 17. The only two mammals in the world that lay eggs are found in Australia, the platypus, and echidna. 18. 1 million wild camels roam the Australian deserts. They were originally brought over to help with railroad construction. 19. Australians invented a fake animal to further scare tourists. The drop bear was purported by mainstream institutions including the Australian Museum to drop from trees and attack tourists. The drop bear doesn't exist. 20. The only place in the world where you can still find the lungfish which is a living fossil from the Triassic period 350 million years ago.

1. The name Malaysia may derive from the word Melayu , or Malay , that could come from the Sungai Melayu (Melayu River) in Sumatra. The river’s name is derived from the Dravidian (Tamil) word malai , or “hill.” 2. Kuala Lumpur is home to the Petronas Towers - the twin architectural titans which, together, were ranked as the world's tallest building between 1998 and 2004. 3. Malaysia is home to some 31 million people, but only half of them are Malay. There are Chinese and Indian swirls to this ethnic diversity- as well as indigenous tribal groups, particularly on Borneo. 4. Malaysia's most famous plant is the Rafflesia flower. With a bloom that can extend more than a yard in diameter, the Rafflesia is the largest flower in the world. 5. Malaysia has a total of 878 islands. 6. The largest cave chamber in the world by area is the Sarawak Chamber in Gunung Mulu National Park in Malaysia’s Sarawak. 7. Malaysia’s Kinabalu National Park is home to the parasitic Rafflesia arnoldii or corpse flower. It totally embeds itself into the host plant and the only part that is visible is the flower. 8. In Malaysia, it is generally considered rude to point at people or things with the index finger. A bent index finger or thumb is used to point—or, rather, to knuckle—in the right direction. 9. Malaysia is the only country that includes territory both on the mainland of Southeast Asia and in the islands that stretch between the Asian continental mass and Oceania. 10. Malaysia has its own species of a stripey orange big cat, the Malayan Tiger – which is found on the Malay Peninsula. It is slightly smaller than its Indian cousin, but there have been sightings in states such as Kelantan, Pahang and Johor. 11. Some buildings in Malaysia do not have the fourth floor. They are replaced by “3A” as the sound of four (sì) is similar to the sound of death in Chinese. 12. According to the World Tourism Organization (WTO), Malaysia has developed into the ninth most visited country in the world. 13. The history of Malaysia has been recorded in Seharah Melayu (The Malay Annals). It begins with Alexander the Great, who is said to be the ancestor of Malay royalty Borneo is actually the third largest island in the world, after Greenland and New Guinea. 15.  Malaysia is the only country in the world to have actually won the war against Communism. 16. . The tallest mountain in Southeast Asia is Mount Kinabalu, located in a state called Sabah. 17. There is countless traditional food from the country, and amongst each traditional food. 18. Bario in Sarawak’s Kelabit Highlands is the most isolated settlement in Malaysia, there are no roads in this part of the world and everything has to be transported in and out by airplane. 19. Malaysian elections are not scheduled for a particular day, and it's anyone's guess exactly when the next one will occur. Malaysia's constitution mandates a federal election be held at least once every five years, But the prime minister can force an early election. 20. Penang Island is the longest bridge in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The full length of the bridge is approx 15 miles. Source: Wikipedia, images Pixabay .

In this book Number 4 went on the trip to travel the world with the rest of the numbers, When they came to Israel Number 4 liked the place, and decided to stay there to have sightseeing. I would like to share some fun fact about the place with you. 1. Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, is considered a holy city by Muslims, Jews, and Christians alike. This city is the historical hub of all three religions and faithful followers of each religion have fought over it. 2. Israel has third-highestIsrael's rate of entrepreneurship in the world. 3. Israel has two official languages: Hebrew and Arabic . 4. Israel location is in the Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Egypt and Lebanon. 5. Israeli cows produce more milk per cow than almost any country in the world, vying only with South Korea. 6. Israel's diverse culture stems from the diversity of its population: Jews from diaspora communities around the world have brought their cultural and religious traditions back with them, creating a melting pot of Jewish customs and beliefs. 7. The Dead Sea is the lowest place on earth. 8. Israel has the highest number of museums per head in the world. Israel is alone in having revived an unspoken language as its national tongue. 9. Israel is in the center of the largest bird migration in the world! 10. The World Center of the Baha'i faith is located in the Israeli cities of Acre and Haifa. 11. Israel is the only country in the world where life revolves around the Hebrew calendar . Work and school holidays are determined by the Jewish holidays , and the official day of rest is Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath . 12. Four graphic regions exist in Israel, due to the country's location between the temperate and tropical zones, bordering the Mediterranean Sea in the west and the desert in the east. 13. Israel was established as a homeland for the Jewish people and is often referred to as a Jewish state . 14. Tourism, especially religious tourism , is an important industry in Israel, with the country's temperate climate, beaches , archaeological , other historical and biblical sites, and unique geography also drawing tourists. 15. Relative to its size, Israel is the largest immigrant absorbing nation on Earth; it has absorbed 350 percent of its population in 60 years. 16. Israel is the only country where the popular Starbucks coffee chain failed, as most locals enjoy their coffee from Israeli cafes .17. The Jews are an ethnoreligious group originating from the Hebrews, or Israelites. The Jewish people’s nationhood, religion, and ethnicity are strongly interrelated; Judaism is their traditional faith but its observance may vary from strict observance to no observance at all. 18. Israel is the only country in the world that has a mandatory military service requirement for women. 19. Haifa’s Carmelit transport system is one of the smallest subway systems in the world, with four carriages and a track of just 1.8 km. 20. In the Kotel, an estimated million notes are left each year, and they are cleaned out before Passover and The Jewish New Year.

1. South America is the fourth largest continent in size and the fifth largest in population. It is located primarily in the southern hemisphere. 2. The largest South American country in both size and population is Brazil. The largest city is Sao Paulo, Brazil, which is also one of the ten largest cities in the world.  3. North and South America were named after Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci.  4. Two of the four remaining areas of pristine tropical forest in the world are located in South America, and while most people are familiar with the Amazon rainforest, the Iwokrama Forest is located in Guyana and is one of the few remaining habitats of the Giant Anteater. 5. There are 16 countries and Islands in South America. Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela. 6. South America is home to many species of animals including llama, anaconda, pirana, jaguar, vicuna, and tapir 7. Ecuador was the first country in the world to give nature constitutional rights and can be defended in court. 8. The main languages in South America are Spanish and Portuguese. 9. The largest remaining natural resource is the Amazon forest. 10. South America major resources are gold, silver, copper, iron ore, tin and petroleum. Colombia produces more than 90% of the world’s emeralds. 11. The carnival of Rio de Janeiro is the world’s largest street festival. 12. There are 77 uncontacted tribes living in the Amazon Jungle. 13. The potato originated in Peru. 14. Argentina was the first country to use fingerprinting in criminal investigations. 15. The world's first two UNESCO heritage sites the Galapagos Islands and the city of Quito. Are from Ecuador. 16. The highest waterfall in the world is the Angel Falls in Venezuela. 17.  It's considered rude to say ‘no’ in Paraguay - instead, they'll say 'thank you' or 'another day'. 18.  In Bolivia La Paz, people dressed as zebras help pedestrians to cross the road. 19. The Green Anaconda, a native of the Amazon, is the largest snake in the world. The largest ever captured was 5 meters long, and weighed 99 kg. 20. Chile is home to the world's driest non-polar desert, the Atacama Desert.

The Jewish High Holidays (coinciding with September or October) is full with religious significance, filled with major holidays. The month begins with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, which is celebrated for two days. Some of the best known Rosh Hashanah customs include the sounding of the shofar (a ram’s horn) and eating symbolic foods such as apples dipped in honey for a sweet new year. Pomegranates, that comes into season around Rosh Hashanah, is also eaten, with Jews around the world wishing that their good deeds in the coming year be as plentiful as the seeds of the pomegranate. In the run up to the holiday and during the holiday itself, Jews worldwide wish each other, S hana tova u’metukah – a good sweet year. Ten days after Rosh Hashanah is Yom Kippur , known as the Jewish Day of Atonement. This 10-day period is a time of introspection and reflection known as Aseret Yemei Teshuva (Ten Days of Repentance). During this time, people ask for forgiveness from anyone they may have wronged. Yom Kippur itself is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, and it is believed that is the day on which God decides the fate of each human being in the coming year. Many spend the day in synagogue immersed in prayer. The traditional greeting during the Ten Days of Repentance and on Yom Kippur is G'mar Hatimah Tovah - May You Be Sealed for a Good Year (in the Book of Life). Shortly after Yom Kippur comes Sukkot, known in English as Feast of Booths/Tabernacles. It is celebrated on the 15th of Tishrei and is one of the three Jewish pilgrimage festivals, when Jews were commanded in the Torah to make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Sukkot lasts for seven days (eight in the diaspora). Families build sukkot (booths covered with palm fronds), designed to recall the dwellings the Israelites dwelt in during their 40 years in the desert after the Exodus from Egypt. Throughout Sukkot, meals are eaten in the sukkah , and some people even sleep inside. During the holiday special blessings are said over the Four Species – citron, palm branch, willow branches and myrtle branches. The month of Tishrei is the Jewish holidays season.

Christmas is the annual Christian festival celebrating Christ's birth, held on December 25 in the Western Church. The traditional date of December 25 goes back as far as A.D. 273. Two pagan festivals honoring the sun were also celebrated on that day and it is possible that December 25 was chosen to counteract the influence of paganism. To this day some people feel uncomfortable with Christmas because they think it is somehow tainted by the pagan festivals held on that day. The early Christian community distinguished between the identification of the date of Jesus’ birth and the liturgical celebration of that event. The actual observance of the day of Jesus’ birth was long in coming. In particular, during the first two centuries of Christianity ,martyrs or there was strong opposition to recognizing birthdays of martyrs or , for that matter, of Jesus. Numerous Church Fathers offered martyrs or sarcastic has before comments about the pagan custom of celebrating birthdays when, in fact, saints and martyrs should be honored on the days of their martyrdom—their true “birthdays,” from the church’s perspective . How Did Christmas Start? The middle of winter has before the light and long been a time of celebration around the world. Centuries before during the light and the arrival of the man called Jesus, early Europeans celebrated light sarcastically and birth in the darkest days of winter. Many peoples rejoiced during the winter solstice during the and they when the worst of the winter was behind them and they could look forward to longer days and extended hours of sunlight offered sarcastically. The Date of Christmas No one knows the real birthday of Jesus! No date is given in the Bible, so why do we celebrate it on the 25th December? The early Christians certainly had many arguments as to when it should be celebrated! Also, the birth of Jesus probably didn't happen in the year 1 but slightly earlier, somewhere between 2 BCE/BC and 7 BCE/BC, possibly inhe wasRoman state 4 BCE/BC (there isn't a 0 - the years go from 1 BC/BCE to 1!). The first recorded date of Christmas being celebrated on December 25th was in 336, during the time of the Roman Emperor Constantine (he was the first Christian Roman Emperor). But it was not an official Roman state festival at this time. However, there are many different traditions and theories as to why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. #Christmas Activity # Christmas holiday #Activity for kids #Christmas photo ideas #Christmas you DYI #Christmas crafts for kids #Christmas #Christmas candy

Click here to know more About Purim Activity book for kids The word Purim means lots and refers to the lottery that Haman used to choose the date for the massacre. Purim is one of the most fun holidays celebrated by the Jewish people, but is often under recognized. Purim (held on the 14th day of the Hebrew month of Adar, usually March or April) commemorates the day Esther, Queen of Persia, saved the Jewish people from execution by Haman, the advisor to the Persian king - Achashverosh. Esther bravely exposed her previously hidden Jewish heritage to her husband the king and asked him to save her people, which he did. Purim Customs There is a spirit of liveliness and fun on Purim that is unparalleled on the Jewish calendar. If there were ever a day to “let loose” and just be Jewish, this is it! It is also customary for children (and adults, if they want ) to dress up in costumes. A traditional Purim food is hamantaschen (or ozney Haman), three-cornered pastries full with poppy seeds or another sweet filling. During the synagogue service, the "megillah," of Esther is read aloud, telling the story of Esther and Haman. Because the book says Haman's name was "blotted out," everyone in the synagogue stamps their feet, yells, and heckles using "graggers" (ratchet noisemakers) all 54 times his name is read in the story. Fast of Esther:  The day before Purim is known as the Fast of Esther (Ta'anit Esther). It commemorates the three-day fast observed by Queen Esther before approaching King Ahasuerus to request the salvation of her people. Some people observe a partial fast, while others abstain from food and drink until the Megillah reading in the evening. Adloyada Parades:  In some communities, especially in Israel, festive parades known as Adloyada are organized during the Purim celebration. These parades feature colorful costumes, music, and lively performances, adding to the festive atmosphere. Purim Spiels:  Some communities engage in humorous and theatrical performances called Purim spiels, retelling the story of Purim in a playful and entertaining manner. These productions often include satire, humor, and creative interpretations of the traditional story. Drinking on Purim:  Tradition encourages drinking on Purim, and it's common for people to celebrate with wine or other alcoholic beverages. However, there's a cautionary note about drinking excessively, as maintaining control and avoiding inappropriate behavior is important Purim Carnivals:  Many Jewish communities organize Purim carnivals for children and families. These events often include games, rides, and entertainment, providing a fun and festive environment for all ages. Charity and Community Support:  Purim emphasizes the importance of giving to those in need. In addition to individual acts of charity, communities often organize initiatives to support local charities and help those who may be struggling. Purim Songs and Music:  Special songs and tunes are associated with Purim, adding to the joyful spirit of the holiday. Traditional melodies, as well as contemporary Purim songs, are sung during Megillah readings and festive gatherings. #Purim #Purim party #Customs #Haman #Purim festival,#a Jewish holiday #Book of Esther, #Queen Esther #Hamantaschen #Purim carnivals #Mordecai #rattler.

What is a Haggadah? A Haggadah is a book that’s read during the Seder that tells the story of Passover. The Hebrew word “Haggadah” means “telling,” as its primary purpose is to facilitate the retelling the story of the Exodus from Egypt. It also guides participants through the ritual-rich Seder meal, indicating when and how each rite is performed. What night is Passover Seder? The Passover Seder is a feast held on the first night of Passover that marks the beginning of the holiday. Some Jewish diasporas also hold a Seder on the second night of holiday. What kinds of foods are eaten on Passover? Passover foods are unique in that, beyond the usual rules of keeping kosher, there are special rules for preparing food that is kosher for Passover. Of course, matzah is a central part of the Seder and of Passover meals throughout the duration of the holiday. Symbolic foods eaten at the Seder are maror (bitter herbs, usually horseradish, a reminder of the bitterness of slavery), saltwater (symbolizing the tears of the slaves), charoset (a sweet paste made of fruit and nuts, symbolizing the mortar the slaves used to build the Egyptian pyramids), zeroah (shank bone, representing the Passover sacrifice), beitzah (hard-boiled egg, symbolic of life and birth associated with the spring season), and karpas (a leafy green vegetable, usually a piece of lettuce, symbolizing hope and redemption). It is required to drink four cups of wine throughout the Seder. Some traditional Ashkenazi Passover dishes include gefilte fish, matzah ball soup, brisket, and kosher-for-Passover kugels, and tzimmis (sweet carrot and fruit dish), and macaroons and sponge cake (made from matzah meal) for dessert. A popular breakfast food during the holiday is matzah brie(matzah soaked in water, dipped in egg, and fried). Sephardic Jews have different kosher rules for Passover than Ashkenazi Jews. Sephardic Jews allow legumes (kitniyot), nuts, corn, and rice to be eaten, while Ashkenazi Jews do not. ##Passover coloring pages, #Passover Haggadah, #Passover Activity book, #Passover fun for kids, #Seder Plate,

New York-Brooklyn Bridge 10 interesting facts 1.New York City is made up of five boroughs: Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island. 2. Niagara Reservation became the first state park in the United States. It is one of the seven wonders of the world. 3. New York was the first state to require license plates on cars. 4. New York City has 722 miles of subway track. 5. Big Apple is a term coined by musicians meaning to play the big time. 6. New York City was the first capital of the United States. The designation lasted only a year. 7. The city has the largest Polish population after Warsaw. The same goes for Jewish people (outside Israel). And, it has the largest Chinese population outside Asia too. 8. These are the most popular attraction in the city: Statue of Liberty. Time Square Central Park. Brooklyn Bridge. Flatiron Building. Empire State Building. Rockefeller Center. Wall Street. Fifth Avenue. 9. France gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States in 1886 as a celebration of 100 years of U.S. independence and continued allegiance between the two countries. 10. The oldest cattle ranch in the US was started in 1747 at Montauk on Long Island. Boston, Massachusetts 10 interesting facts 1. Boston is actually named after a town in England. Many of Boston’s early settlers were from Boston, England, and decided to keep the name. 2. Little Brewster Island was the first American lighthouse, it was built in Boston Harbor in 1716. 3. Boston was home to the first U.S. chocolate factory. The very first chocolate factory in the United States was build in the Lower Mills section in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston. 4. First was built America's subway was built in Boston in 1897. 5. In Boston Christmas was not celebrated between 1659&1681. The Pilgrims believed it was a corrupt holiday and banned any celebrations during that time period. 6. The Boston Common park is the oldest public park in the country. It has been around since 1634. 7. There were two Boston Tea Parties. The first one was on March 7, 1774; sixty people boarded a ship called Fortune. They then tossed 3,000 lbs. of tea into the water. That might sound ike a lot, but less tea was destroyed during the second protest than in the first. During the original Boston Tea Party, more than 90,000 lbs. of tea was thrown into the harbor! 8. The Boston Cream Pie is the official dessert of the state; it was invented at the Omni Parker House in Boston. 9. Some of the many nicknames given to Boston over the years include: the City on the Hill, City of Notions, Title Town, Beantown, and the Hub. 10. Abraham Lincoln was descended from Samuel Lincoln, one of the colonists who settled the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He was also related to Paul Revere by marriage! Pennsylvania 10 interesting facts 1. Philadelphia is home to more Impressionist paintings than any other city besides Paris and its Rodin Museum. 2. Pennsylvania Hospital, founded by Benjamin Franklin and Dr. Thomas Bond in 1751, is America's first hospital. 3. In Philly in 1775, Johann Behrent built the first piano made in America. It was called "Piano Forte." 4. Hershey is considered the Chocolate Capital of the United States. 5. In 1913 the first automobile service station opened in Pittsburgh. 6. Philadelphia is home to the Liberty Bell. 7. The Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia in 1776. 8. Pennsylvania is the birthplace of a lot of America’s favorite junk food. A shortlist of Pennsylvania-founded companies includes Rita’s Water Ice, Hershey’s, Tastykake, Just Born (makers of Peeps), Auntie Anne’s, Herr’s, Planters, Utz, Wise, and Snyder’s of Hanover. 9. Things created by Benjamin Franklin and first tried in Philadelphia: the postal service, libraries, zoos, and lightning rods. 10. The polio vaccine was created in Pittsburgh in 1955. Children in the city were the first to be given the new vaccine. Washington D.C. 10 interesting facts 1. Washington D.C. was built on a mosquito-infested swamp. 2. D.C. residents could not vote in presidential elections until the 23rd amendment was ratified in 1961. 3. D.C.’s streets are lettered—but there is no “J” street. 4. The Washington Monument used to be the tallest structure in the world At 555 feet and 5 1/8 inches tall, the memorial held this title for five years after it was completed in 1884. Then the Eiffel Tower came looming in at 984 feet. 5. The Washington Monument is actually two different colors, The Washington National Monument Society ran out of funding during construction, so the project was put on hold. Eventually, the U.S. government took over 25 years later, but it used marble from a different quarry. Over time, the stones have reacted differently to rain and erosion, which is why the bottom looks slightly different from the top. 6. The White House hasn’t always been called that, Until 1901, when President Theodore Roosevelt made it official after it appeared in a newspaper article, the White House was called the President’s Palace or the President’s House. 7. The White House has 35 bathrooms, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators. 8. The Library of Congress is the biggest library in the world. It has more than 162 million objects in its collection. 9. Washington D.C. is technically named for George Washington, which is obvious. But its also named for Christopher Columbus (The District of Columbia). 10. When Abraham Lincoln stayed at the Soldiers’ Home during summers, he would often commute the four miles to and from the White House on horseback. To get my free book Tip for traveling with kids: Click here!

1. Before settling in on the name ‘London’, it had a series of names – Londonium, Ludenwic, and Lunenburg! 2. London is the biggest city in Britain and in Europe. 3. The Queen lives in Buckingham Palace, although she has many other royal residences, the Queen still sometimes resides in Buckingham Palace. When she’s home, you can see her royal flag flying from the flagpole. 4. The city houses landmarks as old as the Westminster Abbey to something as young as the London Eye. Some of the usually visited spots include Buckingham Palace, Regent's Park, Tower of London, and Big Ben. 5. Queen Elizabeth the second may be the head of state, but she needs permission from the Lord Mayor to enter the city of London. 6. The Beatles recorded at Abbey Road Studios, Pink Floyd worked on 'The Wall' at Britannia Row Studios, and Jimi Hendrix lived in an apartment next to where German composer George Frideric Handel stayed 200 years previous. 7. The Romans were the first to make London their home. 8. Big Ben is not the tower, it is the bell inside it. 9. Wales is believed to have more castles per square mile than anywhere else in the world. 10. Wales is the land of the legendary King Arthur. 11. At 2.9 million acres, Yorkshire is the largest county in the UK. 12. The Yorkshire Dales is home to Britain's highest pub, the Tan Hill Inn, serving real ale at a heady .1,732 feet above sea level. 13. Stonehenge - The stones are situated in Wiltshire, England, roughly 2 miles (3 km) west of the town of Amesbury and 8 miles (13 km) north of the cathedral city of Salisbury. There are more than 900 other stone circles in the British Isles, but Stonehenge is the most famous of them. 14. Around 180 generations have passed since the stones were erected at Stonehenge. 15. When Queen Victoria came to stay at Waddesdon Manor, as is a tradition with special guests, she planted a tree in the gardens. 16. English people consume more tea per head than anybody else in the world. 17. There are more chickens than people in England. 18. Windsor Castle is the oldest royal home in the world that is still being used by the royal family. 19. The “London Bridge is Falling Down” nursery rhyme may be over 1000 years old. It may also point to the many fires and collapses the bridge was prone to over the centuries. 20. Boxing Day in England is not just a bank holiday. It is the day you share Christmas leftovers with friends and neighbors. To get my free book Tip for traveling with kids: Click Here