The University of Oxford (teaching since 1096) predates the Aztec empire (1428 - 1521).
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Some monks can increase their body temperature so much they can dry soaking sheets in a freezing room!
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A lump of pure gold the size of a matchbox can be flattened into a sheet the size of a tennis court.
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Cows can sleep standing up, but they can only dream lying down.
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Pet dogs and elephants are the only animals that seem to instinctively understand human gesture.
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