In the mid-16th century, Francisco Vasquez de Coronado led an expedition north out of present day Mexico and into territories in present day Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Kansas. What area did Francisco Coronado claim? In 1540, Coronado led a major Spanish expedition up Mexico’s western coast and into the region that is now the […]
Spanish is the (or an) official language of 18 American countries (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela) as well as of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, along with Spain in … How many countries speak Spanish as a first […]
What are the biggest gangs in Brazil? Armed Groups. As South America’s largest nation, Brazil has produced two of the region’s most powerful criminal groups: The First Capital Command (Primeiro Comando da Capital – PCC) and Red Command (Comando Vermelho). What do they call gangs in Brazil? Comando Vermelho The letters “CV” sprayed on a […]
Today, more than 2 million cars drive down it yearly. In fact, the city even recently proposed charging people to drive down it during busy times of the day. However, this was rejected and it’s still free to walk or drive down Lombard Street San Francisco. What is this? Is Lombard Street open to the […]
While a sun on a flag may represent different things in different countries and cultures, they typically symbolize things like light, life, and energy. Suns on flags can also mean hope and the dawning of a new day. What countries use a sun in their flag? In Uruguay and Argentina, both national flags include shining […]
Safe, Affordable Neighborhoods in San Francisco Bernal Heights. Excelsior. Noe Valley. Outer Richmond. Outer Sunset. What is the cheapest place to live in San Francisco? Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Francisco Outer Sunset. Richmond. Bernal Heights. Excelsior. Bayview-Hunters Point. Mission District. Civic Center. Diamond Heights. Can you live cheaply in San Francisco? San […]
How far is Sacramento from San Diego by plane? 480 miles How long does a flight from Sacramento to San Diego take? Direct flights take on average 1h 31m to travel the 480 miles between Sacramento and San Diego. How long is a car ride from Sacramento to San Diego? 7 hrs 32 mins How […]
The Andes created a natural barrier between the coastal desert on one side and the jungle on the other. The snow-capped mountains were full of deep gorges. The Inca built bridges across the gorges so that they could reach all parts of their empire quickly and easily. How did geography affect the Incas? The empire […]
What countries are on the 48th parallel? The 48th parallel north is a circle of latitude that is 48 degrees north of the Earth’s equatorial plane.Around the world. Co-ordinates Country, territory or sea Notes 48°0′N 17°16′E Slovakia 48°0′N 18°49′E Hungary 48°0′N 22°51′E Ukraine For about 6 km – Vynohradiv Raion 48°0′N 22°56′E Romania For about […]
Nob Hill is in San Francisco County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Nob Hill offers residents a dense urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Nob Hill there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Is Nob Hill a good area in […]