Discover how Russian teachers get paid during an economic crisis, where you can find a volcano with blue lava, who the first president of Zimbabwe was, and which warning sign exists on a Norwegian road. 10 captivating facts await!
1. Forgetfulness is a genetic trait, passed down through generations.
2. 40% of the world's population chooses blue as their favorite color.
3. The only "Troll Road" warning sign in the world reads "Beware, Trolls Ahead" and is placed along a road known as "Trollstigen" in Norway.
Trollstigen (The Troll Road) gained fame due to its steep inclines and is now a major tourist attraction. Its construction took eight years, completed in 1936. Alongside the road is the massive Stigfossen waterfall.
Trollstigen, Norway (Photo from the National Geographic photography competition, 2016)
4. Can't fall asleep? Check your room's temperature. Studies show optimal sleep occurs between 60-68°F (16-20°C).
5. Indonesia is home to a unique volcano that emits blue lava.
6. Leonardo da Vinci could paint with one hand while writing with the other.
7. "Canaan Banana" was the name of Zimbabwe's first president.
8. A turtle named "Adwaita" lived to be roughly 250 years old, until 2006.
9. A cave filled with clouds, flowing streams, and forests? It's true. Son Doong Cave in Vietnam is the world's largest cave, stretching about 5.6 miles (9 kilometers).
10. Only in Russia: During economic crises, teachers sometimes receive vodka as payment instead of money.