The world is full of interesting, fun, places, facts and things. Here are some interesting and amazing facts, you can keep in your mind for the next time you’re asked. So read the article till end.
1) Do you know why the wedding ring is placed on the fourth finger of your left hand?
In ancient times, the Romans believed that a vein went directly from the fourth finger of the left hand to the heart. That's the reason why the wedding ring is placed on the fourth finger of your left hand is because it's the only finger that has a vein connecting directly to your heart. This vein was called as Vena Amoris, which means 'vein of love' because of the belief that the heart is the center of our emotions. But, in countries like Russia, India, Germany, many cultures traditionally wear their marital rings on their right hand. Some believe that the Romans wore their wedding ring on the right hand, possibly because in Roman culture, the left hand was considered by some to be unreliable, untrustworthy and even unclean. The right hand, meanwhile, was considered a symbol of honor and trust.
2) Do you know the country having world's cheapest petrol price?
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Here, in India, we see huge petrol prices and it looks never seem to go down. So, it is a commonplace that we have become accustomed to paying a lot of money for our petrol. But, do you know the country having world's cheapest petrol price? Venezuela is the only country, which have the cheapest petrol price in the world of Rs. 2 or $0.028 per litre. This is because it's home to the largest oil reserves in the world.
3) Do you know the World's first underwater Restaurant?
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Ithaa, is an underwater restaurant located at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, is the world's first underwater Restaurant. The restaurant was designed and built by M.J. Murphy Limited. The entire restaurant can even be booked for private events such as weddings or special breakfasts and dinners.
4) Do you know you can stand in four states at once?
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Yes, you heard it correct. Four Corners Monument is the only place in the United States of America, where you can stand in four states at once: Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico. You can stand in this place and really be in four states at a time. This makes the monument as a tourist attraction.
5) Do you know newborn baby Giraffe can stand within 30 minutes?
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Giraffes are the tallest living creatures on earth. Newborn Giraffes are typically over 6 feet (182.88 cm) tall, weight 50-70kg, and will stand within 30 minutes of birth. Giraffes are found in the Savanna jungle on the African continent.
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