Random Country Facts

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    China's capital Beijing means "Gate".
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    The Pirate Bay tried buying their own island in hopes of making their own country with no copyright laws.
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    Niue's Pokemon Coins
    In 2001, the island country of Niue featured Pikachu and other Pokemon on their currency.
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    Thailand's capital Bangkok means "city of angels".
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    The water between India and Sri Lanka is only 3-30 feet deep and was purportedly passable on foot until 1480 AD when a cyclone moved some sand around.
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    Costa Rica Military
    Costa Rica Military
    In 1948, Costa Rica abolished its military and spends the money on education and culture instead.
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    Malaysia's capital Kuala Lumpur means "Muddy River"
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    A 2012 study in eastern Germany was unable to find a single person under the age of 28 who believed in God.
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