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I'm so PROUD OF YOU for accepting the Moving in May Challenge!
We're "Blessing Our Hearts" together one BabyStep at a time!
Spring has arrived! The earth is being renewed; you can feel the
newness in the air. Spring is a wonderful time to begin a walking
program or get out in the fresh air for a run.
Have you experienced the wonderful benefits of exercise such as
increased stamina, weight loss or increased energy? Send an email to
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moving progress. Don't forget to add where you are from. We will post
a few of your emails every day.
We are NOT alone! Have fun and keep moving! You are doing great.
Remember that there are thousands of you moving at the same time!
We have started our Walk across the World!! Check back after posting your minutes for hints on where we are going and where we have been!!
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Here's a list of our stops as we reach them. We are starting at our home, Brevard, NC!
Hints for our next stop:
- This is the world's most populous metropolitan area.
- It is home to the seat of the Japanese Government.
- This city was originally known as Edo, meaning estuary.
Seoul, Korea, South
Interesting facts about Seoul, Korea, South:
- It is the capital and largest city of South Korea.
- The 2002 FIFA World Cup was held in Seoul.
- Seoul is one of the world's top ten financial and commercial cities.
- Samsung, LG, and Hyundai-Kia are all located here.
- It is the 5th most expensive city in the world.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Interesting facts about Colombo, Sri Lanka:
- During the time they were in control of the Colombo, the British were responsible for much of the planning of the present city.
- Colombo is by far more modern than most cities in neighboring countries and continues to be a blossoming metropolis of the East.
- Although Colombo lost its status as the capital of Sri Lanka in the 1980s, it continues to be the island's commercial center.
- Colombo is the most populous city in Sri Lanka, with 642,163 people living within the city limits.
Muscat, Oman
Interesting facts about Muscat, Oman:
- It is the capital and largest city of Oman.
- Muscat's economy is dominated by trade, petroleum and porting.
- Pliny the Elder called Muscat, Amithoscuta.
- The Tropic of Cancer passes just south of Muscat.
- The more traditional exports of the city included dates, mother of pearl, and fish.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Interesting facts about Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates:
- It is the capital and second most populous city of the United Arab Emirates.
- Abu Dhabi is the wealthiest emirate of the UAE in terms of Gross Domestic Products and per capita income.
- The average net worth for Abu Dhabi's 420,000 citizens is AED 62 million (US$ 17 million).
- Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), currently estimated at US$ 875 billion, is the world's wealthiest sovereign fund, in terms of total asset value.
New Delhi, India
Interesting facts about New Delhi, India:
- New Delhi is the capital city of India.
- New Delhi is known for its wide, tree-lined boulevards and houses numerous national institutions and landmarks.
- Much of New Delhi was planned by Edwin Lutyens a leading 20th century British architect and has been dubbed "Lutyens' Delhi".
- Hinduism is the religion of 82% of Delhi's population.
Islamabad, Pakistan
Interesting facts about Islamabad, Pakistan :
- It is the capital of Pakistan and the tenth largest city in Pakistan.
- Islamabad is one of the few cities in Pakistan that is a planned city with a well-developed infrastructure due to which it made its entry into the list of the most well-planned cities in South Asia.
- Faisal Mosque is located here and is the biggest mosque in Pakistan and one of the biggest in the world.
- It is also home to the rare and presently endangered Margalla leopards.
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Interesting facts about Tashkent, Uzbekistan:
- It is the capital of Uzbekistan.
- On April 26 1966, Tashkent was destroyed by a huge earthquake (7.5 on the Richter Scale) and over 300,000 were left homeless.
- At the time of the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Tashkent was the fourth largest city in the country and a center of learning in the science and engineering fields.
- In 2007, Tashkent was named the cultural capital of the Islamic world as the city is home to numerous historic mosques and religious establishments.
- As of now, it has the only metro system in Central Asia.
- Tashkent Tower is the tallest structure in Central Asia.
Astana, Kazakhstan
Interesting facts about Astana, Kazakhstan:
- It was also named: Akmolinsk, Tselinograd and Aqmola.
- It is the capital and second largest city in Kazakhstan.
- Politics and government are the main economic activity in the capital, which also forms a Special Economic Zone.
- President Nazarbayev pays a particular attention to Astana's architecture: most of recently completed structures had been accredited to internationally acclaimed architects and designers such as Kisho Kurokawa or Norman Foster.
Moscow, Russia
Interesting facts about Moscow, Russia:
- Moscow is a major political, economic, cultural, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia and the world, a global city.
- It was the former capital of the Soviet Union, Russian Empire, and Grand Duchy of Moscow.
- In 2008 Moscow was named the world's most expensive city for foreign employees for the third year in a row.
- Moscow has the world's second busiest (after Tokyo) metro system which is famous for its architecture and artwork. Its metro is the busiest single-operator subway in the world.
- Moscow is designated as only one of two Federal cities of Russia.
Helsinki, Finland
Interesting facts about Helsinki, Finland:
- It is the capital and largest city of Finland.
- The Greater Helsinki accounts for a quarter of the population of Finland, 29% of jobs, and a third of the GDP.
- Helsinki is Finland's capital for business, education, research, culture, and government.
- Some 70% of foreign companies operating in Finland have settled in the Helsinki region.
- The immigration of rural residents has made it one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in Europe.
Tallinn, Estonia
Interesting facts about Tallinn, Estonia:
- Internet sensation Skype was started in Tallinn.
- It is the capital and largest city of Estonia.
- In Finnish, it is spelled Tallinna.
- The first traces of human settlement found in Tallinn's city center by archeologists are about 5000 years old.
- In addition to longtime functions as seaport and capital city, Tallinn has seen development of an information technology sector in recent years.
Stockholm, Sweden
Interesting facts about Stockholm, Sweden:
- It is the capital and largest city in Sweden.
- It is the second most visited city of the Nordic Countries.
- It has the largest shopping district in Scandinavia.
- Over 30% of the city area is made up of waterways and another 30% is made up of parks and green spaces; in 2009, Stockholm was awarded title of first European Green Capital by the European Commission.
- The vast majority of Stockholmians work in the service industry, which accounts for roughly 85% of jobs in Stockholm. The almost total absence of heavy industry makes Stockholm one of the world's cleanest metropolises.
Oslo, Norway
Interesting facts about Oslo, Norway:
- Oslo is the capital and largest city in Norway.
- Oslo is an important center of maritime knowledge in Europe and is home to approximately 980 companies and 8,500 employees within the maritime sector, among which are some of the world's largest shipping companies, shipbrokers, and insurance brokers.
- Oslo is the only city in Norway, besides Bergen, that does not use a formal coat-of-arms, but uses a city seal instead.
- The city's port is the largest general cargo port in the country and its leading passenger gateway.
- Oslo was the host city for the 1952 Winter Olympics.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Interesting facts about Copenhagen, Denmark:
- It is the capital and largest city of Denmark.
- Copenhagen has around 1.3 million international tourists every year.
- Copenhagen has repeatedly been recognized as one of the cities with the best quality of life and in 2008 it was singled out as the Most Liveable City in the World by international lifestyle magazine Monacle on their Top 25 Most Liveable Cities 2008 list.
- It is also considered one of the world's most environmentally friendly cities with the water in the inner harbor being so clean that it can be used for swimming.
- Sometimes referred to as "the City of Spires", Copenhagen is known for its horizontal skyline, only broken by spires at churches and castles.
Warsaw, Poland
Interesting facts about Warsaw, Poland:
- It is the capital and largest city of Poland.
- On November 9, 1940, the City of Warsaw was awarded with the highest military decoration for courage in the face of the enemy - Order Virtuti Militari for the heroic defense in 1939.
- Warsaw has given its name to the Warsaw Confederation, Warsaw Pact, Warsaw Convention, Treaty of Warsaw, and the Warsaw Uprising.
Kiev, Ukraine
Interesting facts about Kiev, Ukraine:
- Kiev is the capital and largest city of Ukraine.
- As of April 2007, official municipal estimates placed the population of Kiev at about 2.7 million inhabitants, although some much higher unofficial estimates are often published
- In total, there are 447 bodies of open water within the boundaries of Kiev.
- Together with a few other cities of Poland and Ukraine, Kiev will house the 2012 EUFA European Football Championship.
Yerevan, Armenia
Interesting facts about Yerevan, Armenia:
- It has also been named Revan and Ereun
- Yerevan is the administrative, cultural, and industrial center of the country
- The history of Yerevan dates all the way back to the 8th century BC
- It has over one million inhabitants
Amman, Jordan
Interesting facts about Amman, Jordan:
- It is the capital city of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
- It is the largest city in Jordan and the capital city of Amman Governorate.
- On November 9, 2005, coordinated explosions rocked three hotels in Amman, resulting in the death of 60 people and the injury of 115 others. Al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for the act.
- Amman is a regional hub in communications, transportation, medical tourism, education, and investment. Amman is aggressively positioning itself as a hub for business, and new projects are continually transforming the city's skyline.
Jerusalem, Israel
Interesting facts about Jerusalem, Israel:
- It is the capital of Israel and the largest city.
- The city has a history that goes back to the 4th millennium BCE.
- The status of the city, and especially its holy places, remains a core issue in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Jerusalem was the site of Solomon's Temple and the Second Temple.It is mentioned in the Bible 632 times.
Damascus, Syria
Interesting facts about Damascus, Syria :
- It is the capital and largest city of Syria.
- It is believed that the local people of Damascus, called Damascene, are about 1.5 million.
- Damascus is considered by most people to be a very safe city.
- Damascus is the main center of education in Syria.
- Damascus was the 2008 Arab Capital of Culture.
Nicosia, Cyprus
Interesting facts about Nicosia, Cyprus:
- Nicosia is the seat of the University of Cyprus (UCY) and four other universities.
- Nicosia was a city0state known as Ledra or Ledrae in ancient times.
- As the capital of the republic, Nicosia is Cyprus's political, economic and cultural centre.
- Stavros Konstantinou, singer, winner of Greek Super Idol hails from Nicosia.
Budapest, Hungary
Interesting facts about Budapest:
- It is the capital and largest city in Hungary.
- It serves as the country's principal political, cultural, commercial, industrial, and transportation center.
- The city ranks 74th on Mercer Consulting's 'World's Top 100 Most Livable Cities' list.
- The first town on the territory of Budapest was built by Celts on the Buda side, on Gellert Hill before the birth of Christ.
- It is home to the 3rd largest Parliment building in the world.
Bratislava, Slovakia
Interesting facts about Bratislava, Slovakia:
- It is the capital of the Slovak Republic and, with a population of about 429,000, also the country's largest city.
- Bratislava is the political, cultural, and economic centre of Slovakia.
- Bratislava, as it was renamed in March 6. 1919, has been known by many names in different languages throughout its history.
- One of the most prominent structures in the city is Bratislava Castle, on a plateau 85 metres (279 ft) above the Danube.
Vienna, Austria
Interesting facts about Vienna, Austria:
- It is one of the nine states of Austria.
- Vienna is Austria's primary city.
- It was founded around 500 BC.
- Vienna is the seat of the Viennese Roman Catholic archdiocese.
- Vienna is the last great capital of the nineteenth century ball. There are over 2 significant balls per year, some featuring as many as nine live orchestras.
Prague, Czech Republic
Interesting facts about Prague, Czech Republic:
- It is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic.
- Prague has been the political, cultural, and economic centre of the Czech state for more than 1100 years.
- Movies such as Mission Impossible, Blade II, and XXX have all been filmed in Prague.
- Kayne West shot a music video in Prague.
- Prague was also the setting for the film "Dungeons and Dragons" in 2000.
Munich, Germany
Interesting facts about Munich, Germany:
- It is the capital of Bavaria, Germany.
- There are approximately 1.35 million inhabitants within Munich.
- 47.4% of Munich's residents are not affiliated with any religious group, and this group represents the fastest growing segment of the population.
- German inhabitants call it "Millionendorf", a expression which means "village of a million people".
- Munich has the strongest economy of any German city, as well as the lowest unemployment rate (5.6 %) of any German city with more than a million people.
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Interesting facts about Luxembourg, Luxembourg:
- The people of Luxembourg are called Luxembourgers.
- Luxembourg's education system is trilingual: the first years of primary school are in
- Luxembourgish, before changing to German, while secondary school, the language of instruction changes to French.
- Luxembourg is the world's second largest investment fund center (after the USA).
- Luxembourg was the first city to be named European Capital of Culture twice.
Brussels, Belgium
Interesting facts about Brussels, Belgium:
- It is the de facto capital city of the European Union (EU)
- Brussels has over one million inhabitants
- The Brussels sprout was first cultivated in Brussels, hence its name.
- One of it's twin cities is Atlanta, Georgia; United States
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Interesting facts about Amsterdam, Netherlands:
- 7 of the world's top 500 companies, including Philips and ING, are based in the city.
- The earliest recorded use of the name "Amsterdam" is from a certificate dated 27 October 1275.
- Amsterdam is the 5th busiest tourist destination in Europe.
- Amsterdam is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world.
- Van Gogh lived in Amsterdam for a short while, so there is a museum dedicated to his early work.
London, United Kingdom
Interesting facts about London, United Kingdom:
- It is the capital of the United Kingdom.
- London is one of the world's most important business, financial, and cultural centers.
- London is the headquarters of more than half of the UK's top 100 listed companies.
- Heathrow Airport is the busiest airport in the world by international passenger traffic and the air space is the busiest of any city in the world.
- London ranks as one of the most expensive cities in the world, alongside Tokyo and Moscow.
Douglas, Isle of Man
Interesting facts about Douglas, Isle of Man:
- The town serves as the Island's main hub for business, finance, shipping, transport, shopping and entertainment.
- It is located at the mouth of the River Douglas, and a sweeping bay of two miles. The River Douglas forms part of the town's harbour and main commercial port.
- It became the capital of the Isle of Man in 1869.
Reykjavik, Iceland
Interesting facts about Reykjavik, Iceland:
- Most houses in Reykjavík use the geothermal heating system. It is the largest system of this kind in the world.
- It is the capital and largest city in Iceland.
- Reykjavík is believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement in Iceland.
- Reykjavík is the centre of the Greater Reykjavik Area which, with a population of 202,000, is the only metropolitan area in Iceland.
- During the summer here the nights are almost as bright as the days!
Dublin, Ireland
Interesting facts about Dublin, Ireland:
- It is the largest city and the capital of Ireland.
- Dublin is a historical and contemporary cultural centre for the island of Ireland as well as a modern centre of education, the arts, administrative function, economy and industry.
- George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, and Jonathan Swift all hail from Dublin.
- It is arguably most famous, however, as the location of the greatest works of James Joyce.
- It is reputedly one of the most youthful cities in Europe - with estimates of 50% of inhabitants being younger than 25.
- And in 2007, and again in 2009, Dublin was voted the friendliest city in Europe.
St Peter Port, Guernsey
Interesting facts about St Peter Port, Guernsey:
- The post code for addresses in this parish starts with GY1.
- As well as being a parish, St. Peter Port is a small town consisting mostly of steep narrow streets and steps on the overlooking slopes.
- In Guernesiais and in French, historically the official language of Guernsey, the name of the town and its surrounding parish is St Pierre Port.
Paris, France
Interesting facts about Paris, France:
- Paris is the capital of France and the country's largest city.
- Paris is today one of the world's leading business and cultural centers, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media fashion science and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the world's major global cities.
- The Eiffel Tower, by far Paris' most famous monument, averages over six million visitors per year and more than 200 million since its construction.
Zurich, Switzerland
Interesting facts about Zurich, Switzerland:
- It is the largest city in Switzerland.
- The Zurich's metropolitan area has a population of about 1,68 million people.
- Zürich can be counted as one of the world's pre-eminent global cities.
- Zürich is one of the world's biggest centers for offshore banking. The Swiss Stock Exchange is located in Zürich
- Albert Einstein was a famous resident here.
Zagreb, Croatia
Interesting facts about Zagreb, Croatia:
- Zagreb is the capital and largest city in Croatia.
- Zagreb is called a city of museums as there are more of them per square foot than any other city in the world.
- When the Croatian people achieved their independence in 1991, Zagreb became a capital - a political and administrative centre for the Republic of Croatia.
Mount Athos, Greece
Interesting facts about Mount Athos, Greece:
- Only males are allowed entrance into Mount Athos, which is called "Garden of the Virgin" by monks.
- Only males over the age of 18 who are members of the Eastern Orthodox Church are allowed to live on Athos.
- Monks feel that the presence of women alters the social dynamics of the community and therefore slows their path towards spiritual enlightenment, so women are not allowed.
- Female domestic animals are also forbidden, with the exception of cats, which keep down the rodent population, and chickens, which lay eggs that provide the fresh egg yolk needed for the paint used in iconography.
Valletta, Malta
Interesting facts about Valletta, Malta:
- It is the capital city of Malta and only has a population of 6,315.
- An area for people who could not afford their own residences is located within Valletta walls.The area, known as Manderaggio became taken over by the homeless, resulting in a jumble of buildings with dark alleyways.
- Valletta contains a great number of palaces, as befits its Renaissance nickname, Superbissima (Most Proud).
- Valletta is the birthplace of popular comic book character Corto Maltese, created by Italian artist Hugo Pratt.
Rome, Italy
Interesting facts about Rome, Italy:
- It is the capital of Rome and the country's largest and most populous city.
- It was the center of the Roman Empire.
- Rome is the third most visited tourist destination in the European Union.
- There are around 900 churches in Rome in total.
- One of the symbols of Rome is the Colosseum (70–80 AD), the largest amphitheatre ever built in the Roman Empire.
Madrid, Spain
Interesting facts about Madrid, Spain:
- It is the capital and largest city of Spain.
- Madrid hosts the head offices of the vast majority of the major Spanish companies, as well as the headquarters of three of the world's 100 largest companies.
- The entire population of the Madrid metropolitan area (urban area and suburbs) is calculated to be 5.84 million.
- Madrid was one of the most heavily affected cities of Spain by the Civil War (1936–1939).
- Madrid is a major centre for international business and commerce. It is one of Europe's largest financial centres and the largest in Spain.
Lisbon, Portugal
Interesting facts about Lisbon:
- It is the capital and largest city in Portugal
- The Lisbon Region is the wealthiest region in Portugal
- Unlike most capital cities, Lisbon's status as the capital of Portugal has never been granted or confirmed officially by statute or in written form.
- During World War II Lisbon was one of the very few neutral, open European Atlantic ports, a major gateway for refugees to the U.S.
- Every March the city hosts the world-famous Lisbon Half Marathon, one of the most attended events of its kind in the world.
- In January 2006 and 2007, Lisbon was the starting city of the Dakar Rally.
- Pope John XXI was born in Lisbon
Dakar, Senegal
Interesting facts about Dakar, Senegal:
- It is the capital of Senegal and the largest city.
- Its position, on the western edge of Africa (it is the westernmost African city), is an advantageous departure point for trans-Atlantic and European trade; this fact aided its growth into a major regional port.
- Dakar is a major administrative centre, home to the National Assembly of Senegal and Senegal Presidential Palace.
- Pop singer Akon is from Senegal.
Bamako, Mali
Interesting facts about Bamako, Mali:
- It is the capital and largest city of Mali.
- It is the 6th fastest growing city in the world!
- It is the 7th largest West African urban center.
- The Presidential Palace and main hospital are located here.
- The Dakar Rally often passes through Bamako.
Niamey, Niger
Interesting facts about Niamey, Niger:
- IIt is the capital and largest city of the West African nation of Niger.
- It is an administrative, cultural and economic center.
- Niamey was probably founded in the eighteenth century, but was of little importance to most of the country until the French developed a colonial post in the 1890s.
- More than 90% of Niger is populated by Muslims.
Abuja, Nigeria
Interesting facts about Abuja, Nigeria:
- It was mainly built in the 1980s and officially became Nigeria's capital on 12 December 1991, replacing the role of the previous capital Lagos.
- As of the 2006 census, the Federal Capital Territory has a population of 778,567.
- Abuja's geography is defined by Aso Rock, a 400-metre monolith left by water erosion.
- Abuja is known for being the best purpose-built city in Africa as well as being one of the wealthiest and most expensive.
Nana-Grebizi, Central African Republic
Interesting facts about Nana-Grebizi, Central African Republic:
- It is one of two economic prefectures of the Central African Republic.
- The Central African Republic is a landlocked country in Central Africa.
- In the November 2008 issue of National Geographic, the Central African Republic was named the country least affected by light pollution.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Interesting facts about Johannesburg, South Africa:
- Johannesburg is the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in South Africa, having the largest economy of any metropolitan region in Sub-Sahara Africa.
- South Africa's highest court is in Johannesburg.
- The 2010 FIFA World Cup will be held here.
- Johannesburg is one of the most modern and prosperous cities in South Africa.
- It is the hub of South Africa's commercial, financial, industrial, and mining undertakings.
Harare, Zimbabwe
Interesting facts about Harare, Zimbabwe:
- It is the capital of Zimbabwe.
- Administratively, Harare is an independent city equivalent to a province.
- It is Zimbabwe's largest city and its administrative, commercial, and communications centre.
- In 1995, Harare hosted most of the 6th All-Africa Games.
- The government controls all the electronic media, though Voice of America, Voice of the people, SW Radio Africa beam broadcasts into the country occasionally.
Lusaka, Zambia
Interesting facts about Lusaka, Zambia:
- It is the capital and largest city of Zambia.
- It is a commercial centre as well as centre of government, and the four main highways of Zambia radiate north, south, east, and west from it.
- As national capital, Lusaka is the seat of the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government, epitomized by the presence there of the National Assembly (parliament), State House (office of the President), and the High Court.
- It was the site of a village named after its headman, which, according to history, was located at Manda Hill, near where the Zambia's National Assembly building now stands.
Douala, Cameroon
Interesting facts about Douala, Cameroon:
- It is the largest city in Cameroon.
- Douala is home to the Eko Market, the country's largest market.
- It was named Douala in 1907.
- From 1940-1946, it was the capital of Cameroon.
- It is Africa's second most expensive city in terms of cost of living.
Praia, Cape Verde
Interesting facts about Praia, Cape Verde:
- It is the capital and largest city of Cape Verde, and island nation in the Atlantic Ocean.
- Praia is Cape Verde’s largest city, a commercial center, and a port that ships coffee, sugar cane, and tropical fruits.
- The official transfer of capital status from Ribeira Grande to Praia took place in 1770.
- The city's population is approximately 124,661, growing from 94,757 in 2000.
Viedma, Argentina
Interesting facts about Viedma, Argentina:
- It has 47,246 inhabitants
- Alvaro Barros changed the name of the city to Viedma in 1879
- In 1987, a proposal was presented to to congress to move the capital from Buenos Aires to Viedma
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Interesting facts about Rio de Janeiro, Brazil:
- The name means "River of January".
- It is the second largest city of Brazil and South America.
- The official song of Rio is "Cidade Maravilhosa" (translated as "Marvelous City").
- Rio de Janeiro is home to the largest Portuguese population outside of Lisbon in Portugal.
- Christ Redeemer, symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro, is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
Bridgetown, Barbados
Interesting facts about Bridgetown, Barbados:
- It began as a swamp that was drained and filled in to make way for the city.
- Bridgetown is the only city outside continental North America that George Washington visited.
- The Spring Garden Highway, which lies to the west of the city, plays host to over 85,000 bystanders and participants in the annual Grand Kadooment Carnival Parade.
- Bridgetown serves as a principal centre of commercial activity in Barbados.
Nassau, Bahamas
Interesting facts about Nassau, Bahamas:
- The city has a population of 260,000 which is nearly 80% of the entire population of the Bahamas.
- Nassau is considered a historical stronghold of pirates.
- It is located on New Providence Island
- It was formerly known as Charles Town
- Part of the James Bond movie, Casino Royale was filmed in Nassau
Hamilton, Bermuda
Interesting facts about Hamilton, Bermuda:
- It is the capital of Bermuda.
- The City is named after Sir Henry Hamilton, governor from 1778 to 1794.
- The Town of Hamilton became a City with the erection of the Hamilton Cathedral (Church Of England) in 1897.
- Large numbers of leading international insurance companies are based in Hamilton, making it a global reinsurance centres.
Washington, D.C.
Interesting facts about Washington, D.C.:
- It is the capital of the United States
- It is the 8th largest metropolitan area in the country
- The centers of all 3 branches of the federal government of the United States is located here.
- Washington D.C. is a planned city. Largely the work of the French born architect, Pierre Charles L'Enfant.
- The White House is located in Washington D.C. and The President and his family reside here.
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