Rio de Janeiro was once capital of Portugal, making it the only European capital outside of Europe.
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Thailand's capital Bangkok means "city of angels".
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In major cities like Brooklyn and London, there are fake townhouses that hide subterranean chimney vents, emergency subway exits, and more. Camouflaged in plain sight, they normally go unnoticed within their architectural surroundings.
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Malaysia's capital Kuala Lumpur means "Muddy River"
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In the US, there are quite a few cities called Gaylord.
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Argentina's capital Buenos Aires means "Good air".
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The blueprint for a floating city has just been approved by the largest port construction and design company in China. It's entirely self-sustainable, and extends underwater.
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Korea's capital Seoul means "Capital".
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