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Which line of latitude and longitude pass close to these cites tehran jeddh Dubai islamabad dehli dhaka Beijing Bangkok Tokyo?
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Where in the US did Cuban immigrants settle?
Where in the US did Cuban immigrants settle?
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What are some famous Australian dishes?
Here are a few popular Australian dishes. Please share your favorites as a reply.
- Prawn Cocktail (Shrimp/Prawn Dish)
- Chicken Parma (Fried Chicken Dish)
- Long Black (Coffee (Beverage))
- Meat Pie (Savory Pie)
- Avocado Toast (Sandwich)
- Flat White (Coffee (Beverage))
- Lamington (Cake)
- Granny Smith (Apple)
- Macadamia (Nuts)
- Pavlova (Cake)
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Flag of Djibouti
Description of flag of Djibouti
national flag consisting of a horizontal stripe of light blue over one of light green and, at the hoist, a white triangle bearing a red star. The flag’s width-to-length ratio is unspecified.
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Where is Uzbekistan?
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Uzbekistan is located in Asia.
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Located in Central Asia, Uzbekistan is a sovereign state. Surrounded by land in every direction, Uzbekistan shares borders with five other countries. Known more formally as the Republic of Uzbekistan, the country is a collective entity of 12 unique and individual provinces. Uzbekistan was initially considered to be Transoxiana and Turan, but the country became what it is today in December of 1992.
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Uzbekistan is located at a latitude of 41.3775° N and a longitude of 64.5853° E. Based on the GPS coordinates alone; it is evident that Uzbekistan lies above the equator. In the north, Uzbekistan shares a border with Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan’s northeastern border lies along Kyrgyzstan. Afghanistan is to the south of Uzbekistan whereas Turkmenistan is to the southwest edge of Uzbekistan. At the southeasternmost point, Uzbekistan shares a border with Tajikistan.
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The total area of Uzbekistan is approximately 278,001.47 square miles. Of this whole area, an estimated number of 264,331.31 square miles is made up of land. The remaining 13,670.16 square miles are water regions throughout the country. Uzbekistan is 95.1% land and 4.9% water.
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The population of Uzbekistan, as of 2018, is about 32,563,977 people, which accounts for nearly 0.42% of the world’s entire population. As the 44th most populated country around the world, approximately 35% of Uzbekistan’s residents call the cities home. The majority of the populations live in the suburbs and outskirts of towns.
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By taking the population of Uzbekistan and dividing it by the total area, we can uncover just how densely populated the country is, as well as compare it to the densities of other countries around the world. After performing the calculation, the value of the population density is about 124, meaning there are about 124 people per square mile of the area in Uzbekistan.
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The lowest point of elevation is located in the Sariqarnish Kuli Lake at a negative altitude of 39 feet below sea level. Only a quarter of the Sariqarnish Kuli Lake lies within Uzbekistan’s borders. The border separating Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan passes through the southern part of the lake, so a quarter of the water is part of northern Uzbekistan while the rest of the lake is situated in the southernmost areas of Turkmenistan. The highest point of elevation in Uzbekistan is atop the mountain, Khazret Sultan, with an altitude of 15,233 feet above sea level. The Khazret Sultan mountain is part of the Surkhandarya Province, which is located on the border that separates Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
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Flag of Ukraine
Description of flag of Ukraine
horizontally divided blue-yellow national flag. Its width-to-length ratio is 2 to 3.
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Flag of Guinea-Bissau
Description of flag of Guinea-Bissau
national flag consisting of two horizontal stripes of yellow and green and, at the hoist, a vertical red stripe with a black star. The flag has a width-to-length ratio of approximately 1 to 2.
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What is Burkina Faso known for?
Burkina Faso
- Burkina Faso, landlocked country in western Africa.
- The country occupies an extensive plateau, and its geography is characterized by a savanna that is grassy in the north and gradually gives way to sparse forests in the south.
Burkina Faso has so much to offer, here are some of the things Burkina Faso is known for.
- Sindou Peaks: Wandering amid other-worldly rock formations and Burkina's lush landscapes.
- Cour Royale: Marvelling over the meaning and originality of Kassena houses at Tiébélé.
- Live music: Sipping beers to the sound of Bobo-Dioulasso's fantastic musicians.
- Réserve de Nazinga: Coming face-to-face with the elephants, crocodiles and antelope at Burkina's favourite national park.
- Festivals: Joining in one of the fabulous Ouagadougou festivals and soaking up the atmosphere.
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What is Uzbekistan known for?
Uzbekistan
- Uzbekistan, officially Republic of Uzbekistan, Uzbek Ŭzbekiston or Ŭzbekistan Respublikasi, country in Central Asia.
- It lies mainly between two major rivers, the Syr Darya (ancient Jaxartes River) to the northeast and the Amu Darya (ancient Oxus River) to the southwest, though they only partly form its boundaries.
- Uzbekistan is bordered by Kazakhstan to the northwest and north, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to the east and southeast, Afghanistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the southwest.
- The autonomous republic of Qoraqalpoghiston ( Karakalpakstan) is located in the western third of the country.
- The Soviet government established the Uzbek Soviet Socialist Republic as a constituent (union) republic of the U.
- in 1924.
- Uzbekistan declared its independence from the Soviet Union on August 31, 1991.
- The capital is Tashkent (Toshkent).
Uzbekistan has so much to offer, here are some of the things Uzbekistan is known for.
- Registan: Marvelling at Central Asia's most stunning ensemble of larger-than-life Timurid architectural gems in Samarkand.
- Bukhara: Wandering the exquisitely preserved holy city, boasting stunning 15th-century medressas, stylish BandBs and fascinating history.
- Khiva: Looking for the ghosts of the last independent Central Asian khanate, frozen in time behind mud walls in the middle of the Kyzylkum desert.
- Savitsky Museum: Soaking in Central Asia's greatest art collection in Nukus, one of the country's most remote corner.
- Margilon: Watching silk worms and silk weavers work their magic at the Yodgorlik Silk Factory and then shopping for the finished ikat silks.
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What year was made in Belgium Browning sweet 16 with the serial 5S 34575 produced?
What year was a made in Belgium Browning sweet 16 with the serial 5S 34575 produced?
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What country is geographically near Barcelona Spain?
What country is geographically near Barcelona Spain?
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What is Japan known for?
Japan
- Japan, island country lying off the east coast of Asia.
- It consists of a great string of islands in a northeast-southwest arc that stretches for approximately 1,500 miles (2,400 km) through the western North Pacific Ocean.
- Nearly the entire land area is taken up by the country’s four main islands; from north to south these are Hokkaido (Hokkaidō), Honshu (Honshū), Shikoku, and Kyushu (Kyūshū).
- Honshu is the largest of the four, followed in size by Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku.
- In addition, there are numerous smaller islands, the major groups of which are the Ryukyu (Nansei) Islands (including the island of Okinawa) to the south and west of Kyushu and the Izu, Bonin (Ogasawara), and Volcano (Kazan) islands to the south and east of central Honshu.
- The national capital, Tokyo (Tōkyō), in east-central Honshu, is one of the world’s most populous cities.
Japan has so much to offer, here are some of the things Japan is known for.
Kyoto
Kyoto:, Japan's imperial capital for a thousand years, is home to more than a thousand temples. Among them are the monumental, like Kinkaku-ji (an exquisite pavilion sheathed entirely in gold leaf), and the meditative, like Ryōan-ji, with its stark Zen rock garden. And temples are only the start of it: there's the culture of tea, which you can appreciate at one of the city's many elegant teahouses; the art of the geisha, those iconic performers of traditional music and dance; and also a rich food culture, including kaiseki (Japanese haute cuisine).
Onsen
Some locals will tell you that the only distinctively Japanese aspect of their culture – that is, the only thing that didn't ultimately originate in mainland Asia – is the bath. Highly volcanic Japan has thousands of onsen: (hot springs) scattered across the archipelago, which feed baths. The Japanese have turned the simple act of bathing into a folk religion and the country is dotted with temples and shrines to this most relaxing of faiths. Not convinced? Wait until you give it a try (and feel years of stress melt away).
Japanese Cuisine
One of the joys of travelling in Japan is experiencing the true breadth of the country's cuisine:. Sushi (raw fish on vinegar-seasoned rice) may be synonymous with Japan, but head to the mountains, for example, and you'll discover a hearty cuisine that draws from the land. It's hard not to eat well in Japan: such is the care and thought put into ingredients and presentation. What's more, you can have a superlative meal on any budget: even (and often especially) a humble bowl of noodles can be sublime.
Staying in a Ryokan
Ryokan simply means 'inn', but in this modern age of hotels, the word has come to mean an inn with a particular aesthetic and attitude towards service that feels more traditionally Japanese. Ryokan: have tatami (woven reed mat) floors where guests sleep on futons (quilted mattresses) rather than beds. They're usually low-slung buildings with winding corridors of highly polished wood. In better ones, staff wear kimonos and are highly attuned to guests' needs. These will also serve exquisite meals of local, seasonal ingredients – a truly memorable experience.
Tokyo
Tokyo: is a city forever reaching into the future, pushing the boundaries of what's possible on densely populated, earthquake-prone land, adding ever taller, sleeker structures. It's Japan's top spot for contemporary art and architecture, pop culture, shopping, drinking and entertainment (and a tie with Kyoto for dining). But more than any one sight, it's the city itself that enchants visitors. It's a sprawling, organic thing, stretching as far as the eye can see. Always changing, and with a diverse collection of neighbourhoods, no two experiences of it are ever the same.
Cherry-Blossom Viewing (Hanami)
Come spring, countless cherry trees around Japan burst into colour, a spectrum that runs from the palest of pink to a riotous magenta. That's the cue for locals to gather in parks and along river banks for cherry-blossom-viewing parties called hanami:. It's a tradition that dates back centuries and one that is no less beloved today. The blossoms last only for a week or two, symbolic of life's ephemeral nature but also a reminder to seize the present. Do so and join the festivities.
Kumano Kodō
For centuries Japan's remote mountains were criss-crossed by mountain ascetics seeking spiritual enlightenment in what then must have felt like the ends of the earth. Somewhat less self-punishing pilgrims continue to follow their paths. Deep in southern Kansai, in the interior of the Kii Peninsula, the network of trails known as the Kumano Kodō: links three important Shintō shrines that, as part of local culture, were historic sites of nature worship. The Kumano Kodō offers both gentle day hikes and weeklong treks, with the opportunity to soak in onsen along the way.
Daibutsu (Great Buddha) of Nara
Nara's 15m-tall gilt-bronze Buddha statue was first cast in the 8th century, at the dawn of the Japanese empire. It's among the largest gilt-bronze effigies in the world and the temple that houses it, Tōdai-ji:, is among the world's largest wooden structures. It's hard, in fact, to describe the Great Buddha without using superlatives; it's simply remarkable. It's also just one of many outstanding examples of Buddhist art to be found in Nara. There are several other important temples here, as well as the Nara National Museum.
Naoshima
Naoshima: is one of Japan's great success stories: a rural island on the verge of becoming a ghost town, now a world-class centre for contemporary art. Many of Japan's most lauded architects have contributed structures, including museums, a boutique hotel and even a bathhouse – all designed to enhance the island's natural beauty and complement its existing settlements. The resulting blend of avant-garde and rural Japan is captivating. It has also inspired some Japanese to pursue a slower life outside the big cities, relocating to Naoshima to open cafes and inns.
Mt Fuji
Even from a distance Mt Fuji: will take your breath away. Close up, the perfectly symmetrical cone of Japan's highest peak is nothing short of awesome. Dawn from the summit? Pure magic. Fuji-san is among Japan's most revered and timeless attractions. Hundreds of thousands of people climb it every year, continuing a centuries-old tradition of pilgrimages up the sacred volcano. Those who'd rather search for picture-perfect views from the less-daunting peaks nearby can follow in the steps of Japan's most famous painters and poets.
Skiing
Come winter, copious dumps of dry, powdery snow turn the mountains of Japan into peaks of meringue. In recent decades, Niseko: has emerged as Asia's top ski resort and a global destination, backed up by a thriving, cosmopolitan après-ski scene. If first tracks and an evening hot-spring soak are all you desire, there are hundreds of smaller resorts around the country that see fewer visitors (reminiscent of the days when Japan's excellent snow was still a well-kept secret). For thrill-seekers, there are backcountry opportunities, too.
Kanazawa
Kanazawa: is an old feudal-era capital on the Sea of Japan coast that, in its heyday, rivalled Kyoto as a centre for the arts. This vibrant artisan tradition is today evident in a number of shops and galleries. It also has one of Japan's top gardens, Kenroku-en, an excellent contemporary art museum and a rich food culture that draws heavily from the seafood pulled from the ocean. And yet Kanazawa has long flown under the radar, though that's starting to change. Go now, before everyone else catches on.
Tsumago and Magome
Tsumago and Magome are two post towns along the old Nakasendō:, a foot highway (used by lords and messengers alike) that connected Edo (now Tokyo) and Kyoto during the feudal period. The old path remains, paved with large stones, and it is possible to hike 7.8km between the two towns, through sleepy alpine hamlets and cedar forests, past waterwheels and rice paddies. The towns themselves are a treat too, with narrow lanes and low-slung dark wooden buildings that serve as inns, noodle restaurants and craft shops.
Wild Hokkaidō
Hokkaidō: is Japan's northernmost island: a largely untamed, highly volcanic landscape of massive mountains startlingly pock-marked with crystal-blue caldera lakes and opalescent, sulphur-rich hot springs. Its flora and fauna (of which there is a lot) is more closely related to Sakhalin, part of Russia, to the north, than the rest of Japan to the south. Hikers, cyclists and casual road trippers are all drawn to the island's big skies, wide open spaces and dramatic topography. With shinkansen (bullet train) access and cheap flights, it's easier than ever to add Hokkaidō to your itinerary.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima: today is a forward-thinking city with attractive, leafy boulevards. It's not until you visit the Peace Memorial Museum that the true extent of human tragedy wreaked by the atomic bomb becomes vividly clear. A visit here is a heartbreaking, important history lesson and the park around the museum, much of which was designed by Japan's great modernist Tange Kenzō, offers many opportunities for reflection. But the city's spirit of determination – as well as its food – will ensure that you'll have good memories to take with you when you leave.
Yakushima
Yakushima:, a small island off the coast of southern Kyūshū, is often described as magical, enchanting – other-worldly even. It's a place where words fail and clichés step in. Home to some of Japan's last primeval forest, here you'll find the yakusugi, an ancient cedar native to the island, whose giant roots form alien tentacles. Hiking trails underneath them cover craggy terrain often fuzzy with moss. The landscape here is believed to have been an inspiration for the iconic animated film Princess Mononoke.
Kamikōchi
One of the most stunning natural vistas in Japan, Kamikōchi: is a highland river valley enveloped by the soaring peaks of the Northern Japan Alps. Easy day hikes are possible along the pristine Azusa-gawa through tranquil forests of willow, larch and elm trees. The birthplace of Japanese alpinism, Kamikōchi is also the gateway for more challenging treks up some of the country's tallest mountains, such as Yariga-take (3180m). Private cars are banned from Kamikōchi, which lessens the impact of the crowds.
Kōya-san
Riding the funicular up to the sacred Buddhist monastic complex of Kōya-san: feels, appropriately, like ascending to another world. There are over a hundred temples here, the highlight of which is Oku-no-in, where paths weave their way among towering cryptomeria trees and time-worn stone stupas covered in moss and lichen. Other temples offer a different experience: the chance to spend the night, dine on traditional vegetarian Buddhist cuisine and wake up early for (optional) morning meditation with the resident monks.
Okinawa and the Southwest Islands
Okinawa and the Southwest Islands: offer a totally different experience from the rest of Japan. This semi-tropical archipelago forms an arch between Kyūshū and Taiwan. Until annexed by Japan in the 19th century, they formed their own kingdom – the Ryūkyū Empire – and the cultural differences are apparent in everything down to the architecture and food. This is where you'll find Japan's best beaches, like those in Ishigaki and Kerama, with sugar-white sand fringed with palms and turquoise waters. Bask in the sun, or snorkel and scuba dive.
Sumo
The purifying salt sails into the air. The two giants leap up and crash into each other. A flurry of slapping and heaving ensues. Who will shove the other out of the sacred ring and move up in the ranks? From the ancient rituals to the thrill of the quick bouts, sumo is a fascinating spectacle. Tournaments take place several times a year, in Tokyo:, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka; outside of tournament season you can catch an early-morning practice session at one of the stables where wrestlers live and train.
Osaka
Tokyo doesn't nab all the superlatives when it comes to urban experiences. Osaka:, Japan's third-largest city, is tops for street food: don't miss its signature dish, tako-yaki (grilled octopus dumplings). It also has the most dramatic of nightscapes: a dazzling display of LED lights, animated signage and flashing video screens along the canalside strip Dōtombori. The city, Japan's oldest merchant centre, has a pace, spirit and zest for life all of its own: it's unofficial slogan is kuidaore (eat until you drop).
Castles
Japan's castles are evocative of its feudal past, peopled with fearsome samurai, whisper-footed ninja and all-powerful shoguns. The graceful curving roofs of the castle keeps, often stacked several storeys high, are emblematic of the country's traditional architecture. Japanese castles are made of wood, though they might sit atop foundations of enormous stones. Few originals survive; among those that do, the must-sees are the recently restored 'White Egret Castle', Himeji-jō:, and its natural foil, Matsumoto-jō, the fearsome black 'Crow Castle'.
Shikoku
Of Japan's four major islands, Shikoku: is the smallest, the least populated and the least visited – and we don't mean that as a slight at all. This is the place for a deep dive into rural Japan and all its spectacular, scenic glory. There are riveting gorges crossed by old-fashioned vine bridges, rapids and lazy rivers, sacred mountains to climb and old farmhouses to sleep in. Shikoku is most famous for its 88-temple pilgrimage; several of them are truly amazing, perched on peaks accessible by foot or ropeway.
Festivals
Catching a matsuri (traditional festival) is like stepping back in time: men and women wear colourful cotton kimono – and sometimes the men just wear short coats and fundoshi (the loincloths worn by sumo wrestlers). Some see rollicking parades of portable shrines or floats go through the streets; others involve dancing, bonfires or drumming. These celebrations: have their roots in Shintō and Buddhist traditions, but they also serve to renew age-old community bonds. August sees the lion's share of festivals, but they happen year-round. For major events, book accommodation well in advance.
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Where is Dominican Republic?
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Dominican Republic is located in Americas.
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The Dominican Republic is a country located in the Caribbean Region of the world. As part of the Greater Antilles Archipelago, the Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean, the largest being Cuba.
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With a latitude of 18.7357° N and a longitude of 70.1627° W, the Dominican Republic is located above the equator. The GPS coordinates of the DR show that the country is positioned in the northern and western hemispheres.
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The Dominican Republic is surrounded by water, with the one exception being the country’s western border. The Dominican Republic shares a border in the west with Haiti. Together, these countries form the island of Hispaniola. To the north of the DR lies the Atlantic Ocean. In the south, the Dominican Republic rests along the Caribbean Sea. Although the DR is considered part of the Caribbean, the country is just southeast of the United States and to the far east of Mexico.
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The average level of elevation of the Dominican Republic is approximately 1,391.08 feet above sea level. The highest point of this Caribbean nation is located atop the Pico Duarte Mountain. The peak reaches an altitude of 10,164 feet above sea level. In the opposite direction, the lowest point of the Dominican Republic is in the depths of Lake Enriquillo with an elevation of 150.92 feet below sea level.
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The total area of the Dominican Republic measures at a square mileage of 18,792. With a width of 164.7 miles and a length of 242.3 miles, the Dominican Republic is 128th largest country based on physical dimensions alone.
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While populations rise by the day, the current population of the Dominican Republic is roughly 10,933,985 people. The Dominican Republic accounts for 0.14% of the global population. Compared to the rest of the world, the Dominican Republic is the 86th largest country in the world.
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By dividing the population of the DR by the country’s total area, the population density can be found. This calculation results in a value of 581.84, but since population densities are about people, the values are rounded to the next whole number. That said, there are approximately 582 people per square mile in the Dominican Republic. As the 65th most densely populated country in the world, the DR trails behind Senegal and has a density barely greater than Myanmar.
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Flag of Canada
Description of flag of Canada
vertically striped red-white-red national flag with a large central red maple leaf. It has a width-to-length ratio of 1 to 2.
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Where is Belgium?
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Belgium is located in Europe.
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Belgium, formally known as the Kingdom of Belgium, is a small country located on the western coast of Europe. Its capital is Brussels, which also serves as the country’s largest city. By population, Belgium is the 79th largest country in the world, as well as being extremely densely populated.
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Located on the western coast of Europe, Belgium shares a short coastline with the North Sea. Its geographical neighbors include France to the south, Germany and Luxembourg to the east and northeast, and finally the Netherlands to the north.
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Though Belgium is a small country, coming in at about 11,500 square miles, it still has a relatively diverse geography. On the coast, large swaths of beaches can be found. As you move inland, the soft coastal beaches turn into large, flat land. Finally, as the eastern border is met, the countryside begins to become more hilly. This is where the highest point in the country can be found; the Botrange, measured at just shy of 2700 feet. As the geography increases in the amount and height of hills that are present, the flat plains slowly begin to give way into thickly wooded areas.
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The climate of Belgium is mild, both in winter and summer months. Summer months are cool and frequently cloudy, and winters are cool to cold, with light rain common. As you move further inland into the more hilly region of the country, winters will begin to become colder. Because of the jet streams, Belgium, for the most part, avoids major weather events.
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The population of Belgium is extremely dense, with 996 people per square mile. Its residents overwhelmingly live in urban environments as well, and also have citizenship, both categories boasting higher than 90% of the citizens. The heritage mix of the population, however, is extremely rich and diverse. Major ethnic groups in Belgium include Dutch, French, Italian, Moroccan, Portuguese, and Spanish. The country still holds an eclectic mix of other ethnic groups at much smaller percentage points.
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The religious diversity in Belgium, however, is far less diverse. About 60% of citizens identify as Christian, with the next largest group at 32% claiming Atheism as their belief set. Other minority religions include a small percentage claiming Islam, as well as several other small religious groups, including followers of Judaism.
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The country of Belgium also has three official languages: Dutch, French, and German.
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When does Ghanaian stock market open?
- Ghana Stock Exchange opens at 10:00 - 15:00 (GMT)
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When does Indonesian stock market open?
- Indonesia Stock Exchange opens at 09:00 - 11:30 (WIB)