Yuba Bharati Krirangan Vivekananda (VYBK)
VYBK, also known as the Salt Lake Stadium, is the second-largest stadium by seating capacity in the nation. It is mostly used as a football field and will host the 2021 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup as well as the FIFA U-17 World Cup Finals in 2017.
The College Street in Kolkata
The largest book market in the world, College Street is a bibliophile's paradise. People from all over the world swarm here like bees to browse the enormous selection of books available, which range from common textbooks to rare archives, brand-new volumes to antiques.
Quebec City has about 30 flights of stairs!
Climbing up and down the cobblestone streets may exhaust you. Bring suitable walking shoes and be prepared.
Quebec is more than just French... There are also many Irish individuals here!
I saw a number of Irish bars when walking around Old Quebec. I even snapped the photo below in front of one of them. So I conducted some research and discovered, thanks to Travel & Leisure, that I was on to something. In fact, there is a sizable Irish community in Quebec. During the 17th century, French Irish were transported to Quebec to help populate the province. Historians believe that around 40% of Quebec's population is of Irish heritage.
Quebec produces an INCREDIBLE amount of maple syrup.
Canada produces over 70% of the world's pure maple syrup. Approximately 90% of that 70% is from the province of Quebec. Vermont produces the majority of the maple syrup consumed in the United States. Here are some figures to help you understand how much maple syrup is produced in Quebec. In 2010, Quebec produced over 7, 989, 000 gallons of maple syrup, while Vermont produced approximately 890,000 gallons.
Quebec City was established in 1608.
One of my favorite historic Quebec City facts is that Old Quebec is encircled by defensive city walls that were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.
This may seem perplexing but pay close attention... Quebec is another name for Quebec City.
It's in the Canadian province of Quebec. It is the provincial capital and the province's second-biggest city. Montreal is the capital of the province of Quebec. You may be familiar with the Canadian provinces of Ontario, Alberta, and Newfoundland.
The Horo Is Bulgaria's National Dance.
Couples perform the horo, a classic Bulgarian folk dance. It is a vibrant, vivacious dance with numerous variations. The horo, which has two dancer circles—one inside and one outside—is the most popular variation.
In Europe, Bulgarians Are Relatively Short.
The Bulgarian population is on the shorter end of the European continent, despite Europeans being typically among the tallest people in the world. Female height is 164 cm on average, whereas male height is 178 cm. Nevertheless, these figures are greater than the global average for both genders regarding height.
Bulgaria is where the Cyrillic script first appeared.
Two monks from Thessalon invented the Cyrillic script, which is used in Bulgaria, in the ninth century. One of the less well-known facts about Bulgaria is this.
Sofia's oldest structure is a church.
St. George Rotunda, which was constructed in the middle of the third century AD during Roman times, is the oldest structure in Bulgaria. This church, which is in Sofia, has stood the test of time through wars and earthquakes.
The Quebec Winter Carnival Celebration, sometimes known as "Carnaval," is the world's largest winter festival.
This festival received this honor when 1 million people visited it in 2006.
In Old Quebec, you may sleep in a nun's cell!
Augustine nuns founded a hospital in Old Quebec in the 1600s. The Hotel-Dieu de Quebec National Historic Site of Canada is a religious and medical complex that was the first of its sort north of Mexico on the North American continent. A wellness hotel is currently part of this complex. During the Women in Travel Summit, my friend Olivia Christine of O.Christine Blog stayed at this hotel and blogged about her experience.
Poutine was invented in Quebec.
For years, I had heard about the Canadian cuisine Poutine but had never eaten it. Despite having seen it on menus in the United States, I wanted to sample this Canadian cuisine for the first time in Canada. Poutine originates in the province of Quebec. It's made out of French fries, gravy, and cheese curds. I realize that doesn't sound very tasty (or perhaps it does). We were able to taste it at the first eatery that offered it in the area-Chez Ashton-during my Saint-Roch walking food tour in Quebec City. Surprisingly, I enjoyed it!
The Chateau Frontenac Hotel is the most photographed hotel in the world, according to Guinness World Records!
The historic Chateau Frontenac Hotel. Fairmont Hotels presently manages it. I knew I had to stay at this hotel the moment I saw photographs of it. It was incredibly lovely on the inside and exterior. I can see why it's the world's most photographed hotel! If possible, plan to remain there.
Quebec is a province that speaks French.
This province's official language is French. Approximately 80% of inhabitants speak French as their first tongue, and almost 95% of "Quebecers" do as well. The word "Francophone" refers to someone who speaks French as their first language. It is North America's oldest French-speaking community. However, most inhabitants also speak English. During my tour, I encountered no locals who did not speak English.
A poet created the Bulgarian flag.
Bulgaria required a flag to symbolize its independence when it became a sovereign nation in 1878. Petko Slaveykov, a poet who also authored the Bulgarian national hymn, was the designer.
Baba Marta is a fun holiday.
Bulgarians celebrate Baba Marta in March (Grandma March). Giving each other martenitsas, which are little red and white weaved tassels, is a traditional way to celebrate this event. Wearing a martenitsa is customary up until you spot a stork or a swallow, which are regarded as signals of spring. A martenitsa on your wrist is said to bring luck and good health for the coming year.
Soccer is the most played sport in Bulgaria.
Since the turn of the 20th century, soccer has become incredibly popular in Bulgaria. The Bulgarian National Team has competed internationally and qualified for five World Cups (1962, 1966, 1986, 1994, and 1998).
Originally, Sofia was known as Serdika.
When Thracian tribes initially settled the Bulgarian capital in 7000 BC, it began a very intriguing history.
Originally known as Serdika, Ulpia Serdica is now the preferred name for Sofia. In honor of St. Sophia Cathedral, it was renamed Sofia in the fourteenth century.
Originally known as Serdika, Ulpia Serdica is now the preferred name for Sofia. In honor of St. Sophia Cathedral, it was renamed Sofia in the fourteenth century.