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Geography Fun Facts — Page 4

152 fact-checked geography facts, each with the trivia question, the verified answer, and the story behind it.

• Which African country was formerly known as Rhodesia?

  Zimbabwe's name comes from the Shona word 'Great Zimbabwe,' referring to ancient stone ruins of a pre-colonial civilization.

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• Which Southeast Asian country was formerly known as Siam?

  Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country that was never colonized by European powers, maintaining its independence throughout the colonial era.

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