Geography 101 in its fourth season, featuring United Arab Emirates.
The United Arab Emirates, or simply the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, in the Middle East, at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal elective monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its capital. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Jun 4min
Geography 101 in its fourth season, featuring Abu Dhabi the capital of United Arab Emirates.
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, sits off the mainland on an island in the Persian (Arabian) Gulf. Its focus on oil exports and commerce is reflected by the skyline’s modern towers and shopping megacenters such as Abu Dhabi and Marina malls. Beneath white-marble domes, the vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque features an immense Persian carpet, crystal chandeliers and capacity for 41,000 worshipers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Jun 2min
Geography 101 in its fourth season featuring Dubai.
Dubai's strategic geography places it within an 8-hour flight radius of two-thirds of the world's population. This pivotal location made it an ideal candidate to become a global air travel and shipping hub. Its world-class airports and ports act as vital connecting points between East and West, North and South, underpinning its status as a major logistics center.Dubai continues to push geographical boundaries with ambitious projects like the sustainable city of the future, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, and the Museum of the Future. Its focus now includes sustainability challenges and becoming a leader in innovation, proving that its story is one of constantly redefining what's possible within, and even beyond, its demanding desert and coastal environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Jun 2min
Vantaa is a city in Finland. It is located to the north of the capital, Helsinki, in southern Uusimaa.
The population of Vantaa is approximately 252,000. It is the 4th most populous municipality in Finland. Vantaa is part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area, which has approximately 1.6 million inhabitants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Mai 1min
Espoo is a city in Finland. It is located to the west of the capital, Helsinki, in southern Uusimaa.
The population is approximately 321,000. It is the 2nd most populous municipality in Finland. Espoo is part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area, which has approximately 1.6 million inhabitants Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 Mar 1min
Vaasa, formerly known as Nikolainkaupunki, is a city in Finland and the regional capital of Ostrobothnia.
It is located on the west coast of the country, on the Gulf of Bothnia. The population of Vaasa is approximately 70,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 111,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 Mar 1min
Oulu is a city in central Finland, where the Oulujoki River meets the Bay of Bothnia.
Its waterfront square, Kauppatori, is home to food stalls and the Toripolliisi, a squat policeman statue. The Tietomaa Science Centre offers interactive exhibits and a large cinema screen for 3D films. Nearby, the Oulu Museum Of Art showcases regional works. The Northern Ostrobothnia Museum chronicles the city's cultural history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 Feb 1min
Porvoo is a city in Finland. It is located on the south coast of the country, on the Gulf of Finland.
Porvoo lies in the eastern part of the Uusimaa region. The population of Porvoo is approximately 52,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 60,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10 Feb 1min
