There is so much about Africa that many don't know, even some of
those who are from and live in Africa. Here are 4 things most people don't know about Africa.
Africa is Home to One of the Oldest Universities in the World
The University of Timbuktu is one of the oldest universities in
the world, established in 982 CE. After Timbuktu was occupied in the 1591
Battle of Tondibi, the University went into decline and many of the
University's scholars were killed or exiled.
The World's Biggest Frog is Found in Equatorial Guinea and
Cameroon
The world's biggest frog, also called the Goliath Frog or
Conraua Goliath, which can grow up to a foot long and weighs up to 8lb, has a
small habitat range in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea. The number of this
species has dwindled over the years because of habitat destruction and its
collection for food and pet trade. The frogs have now been classified as an
'endangered species'.
Sudan Has More Than 200 Pyramids, Which is Double the Number
Found in Egypt
The Nubian pyramids in Sudan were built by the rulers of the
ancient Kushite kingdom. The pyramids are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Approximately 255 pyramids were constructed at the three sites in Nubia
(Kerma, Napata and Meroe) over a period of some hundred years. The Meroe
pyramids, which were part of the Nubian Kingdom of Kush, are believed to be up
to 4,600 years old.
Africa is the Only Continent to Extend From the Northern
Temperate Zone to the Southern Temperate Zone
Africa is considered the world's hottest continent and the
second driest continent after Australia. It is four times the size of Europe,
and its straighter shores means it has a shorter overall coastline.
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