Did you know that Russia is actually apart of Europe, even though most of the country is connected to Asia? Europe also has the smallest country in its mist; it is Vatican located in Italy and has less than ten thousand citizens. Europe is thought to get its name from Europa, which was a princess in Greek Mythology. Many more exciting facts follow what you just read, so read on.
Europe
Europe has five peninsulas: Scandinavian, Apennines, Iberian, Jutland, and Balkan. It is also the second smallest continent. At one point in time, approximately 90% of Europe was covered in forest, now only 3% is covered. Over 700 million people call Europe home. Wales is roughly two thirds the size of Massachusetts.
Stages of Europe
At one point in time, Europe controlled most of the world. The Dark Ages lasted in Europe twice as long as the United States has been a country. The Greek civilization called only Europe home. This civilization produced amazing people, including Pythagoras, Euclid, and Archimedes. When the black plague peaked in Europe, it killed anywhere from 30% to 60% of Europe’s population.
Created in Europe
There have been many things that have its origins in Europe. Golf was created in Scotland and cricket from southern England. The piano and also the thermometer was created in Italy. The second-longest name for a town is also in England, which is called Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.
Random Facts About Europe
There are absolutely no deserts in Europe. One-fourth of the Netherlands is below sea level. Just over 18% of the world’s oil is produced in Europe. Europe also has a very low fertility rate; the birth rate has been stagnant for years. Did you know that 10 of the most generous charitable giving countries are all in Europe? Most of the Dutch folk speak a foreign language or two. Both world wars started in Europe. La Sapienza University has a population of 145,000 students, and there are 100 ski resorts within 70 miles of Salzburg, Austria.
