If you are looking for small, backwards villages to huge modern cities, Africa is the place to go. Incredibly, 12 percent of the population of the world, some 840 million people, live in the 49 countries that make up this continent. Learning about the countries on this continent can become an exciting pastime.
There are an unknown number of distinct tribal and people groups included within its borders. Each one has its own characteristics and way of life. There are specific indigenous people in each country, plus other ethnic groups that have moved in over time.
There are more pyramids in Sudan than in any other country of the world, including Egypt. There are 223 in Sudan. These incredible structures are enormous with extremely steep sides. They measure 75 to 100 feet tall.
What do you know about Libya? Most people know very little. Interestingly, it has a flag that is only one color. There are no other details on the flag. It is quite large in size. In fact it is the 17th largest country in the world and the fourth largest on the continent.
Libya has a desert that covers 90 percent of its land mass, but it is the ninth richest country in Africa because of its petroleum resources. It has a very low population in spite of its large land mass.
Children will enjoy knowing that the world's largest frog, known as the Goliath frog, is found in Cameroon and Equitorial Guinea. Its body measures 12 inches long, and if you stretch it out, it can be up to 30 inches long. Do you realize that is the size of most house cats? This frog is unique in that it can jump as far as 10 feet, but it doesn't make any noises. When they are born, they are the same size as other species of tadpoles.
Africa is a fascinating continent with many interesting facts. It is mainly known for its abundant wild life and the Safaris. Adventurers will enjoy travelling throughout these intriguing countries.
There are an unknown number of distinct tribal and people groups included within its borders. Each one has its own characteristics and way of life. There are specific indigenous people in each country, plus other ethnic groups that have moved in over time.
There are more pyramids in Sudan than in any other country of the world, including Egypt. There are 223 in Sudan. These incredible structures are enormous with extremely steep sides. They measure 75 to 100 feet tall.
What do you know about Libya? Most people know very little. Interestingly, it has a flag that is only one color. There are no other details on the flag. It is quite large in size. In fact it is the 17th largest country in the world and the fourth largest on the continent.
Libya has a desert that covers 90 percent of its land mass, but it is the ninth richest country in Africa because of its petroleum resources. It has a very low population in spite of its large land mass.
Children will enjoy knowing that the world's largest frog, known as the Goliath frog, is found in Cameroon and Equitorial Guinea. Its body measures 12 inches long, and if you stretch it out, it can be up to 30 inches long. Do you realize that is the size of most house cats? This frog is unique in that it can jump as far as 10 feet, but it doesn't make any noises. When they are born, they are the same size as other species of tadpoles.
Africa is a fascinating continent with many interesting facts. It is mainly known for its abundant wild life and the Safaris. Adventurers will enjoy travelling throughout these intriguing countries.
About the Author:
Yamashita Kazuma is intrigued by all things African and plans to visit Africa as soon as he is able to.
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