Places: Continents, Countries & Cities

Is Europe a Continent?

Ask a classroom atlas and you’ll get “yes.” Ask a geologist and you’ll hear “not in the tectonic sense.” Europe

When pondering the world’s richest countries, images of grandeur, advanced technology, and economic prowess often come to mind. The notion of

Beneath the rolling hills of central Georgia lies the town of Kaspi, where medieval ruins meet modern industry. First mentioned

In a world fueled by exponential economic growth, there exists a stark disparity that casts a shadow on the less

From the Black Sea to the Caspian Sea—about 750 miles (1,200 kilometers)—the Caucasus is a tight knot of mountains, languages,

Djibouti, officially known as the Republic of Djibouti, is a multilingual nation nestled in the Horn of Africa, harbouring a rich

With a GDP per capita of just $251.49, South Sudan sits at the bottom of global wealth rankings. Since its independence in

The world comprises 195 sovereign countries, each with its own capital. This article provides a list of the 195 countries in the

Australia and Oceania comprise 14 sovereign countries, each with its own capital. This article lists the 14 countries in Australia and Oceania

South America comprises 12 sovereign countries, each with its own capital. This article provides a list of the 12 countries in South