Do you know where the croissant was invented? Or where Santa Claus was born? Test your trivia knowledge with our fun facts
Dear kopral,
While travel plans might still feel a dream away, here at Rough Guides we've got plenty to keep you entertained in the meantime. If you love fun facts, why not stun the locals by swatting up on some travel trivia before your next holiday? Did you know, for instance, that Santa Claus was born in Turkey, or that the buttery croissant wasn't invented in France at all? That Italy's last king ruled for just 36 days, or that €3,000 of change is thrown into Rome's Trevi Fountain every day? Where does it all go?
Check out our fun facts about France, Italy and Turkey to learn a thing or two about the destinations you thought you knew.
Have fun,
Helen
Senior Editor, Rough Guides
Italy is one of the most visited countries in Europe, with a fascinating history, rich culture and delectable cuisine. There's plenty to love, from the vibrant capital of Rome to canal-laced Venice and sun-baked Calabria. But how much do you actually know about Italy? Know how old the country really is? Any idea what Italy actually means or who Carlo Collodi is? No? Then you'd better read these interesting facts about Italy to get clued up before you go.
France is one of the world's top tourist destinations. There's plenty to get your teeth stuck into, from great cities like Paris, Bordeaux, and Marseille to the prehistoric sites of the Vézère valley and Brittany's beautiful coastline. But how well do you really know the country? Embrace the French "joie de vivre" with these fun facts about France.
You probably didn't know Turkey's real name, you might have been confused about which city is the capital, and you may have thought tulips came from the Netherlands. It turns out, you were quite possibly wrong. There is a lot more to Turkey than meets the eye - between the beaches and bustling markets lies a wealth of interesting history filled with religious and literary figures, civil war and a multitude of languages. Here are 15 fun facts about Turkey you probably never knew.
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