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The Eiffel Tower Grows Taller in Summer

by funfactfeed_admin | Sep 3, 2024 | History Facts

One of the most iconic landmarks in the world, the Eiffel Tower, has an interesting quirk that many people don’t know about—it actually grows taller in the summer. Due to thermal expansion, the iron structure can increase in height by up to 6 inches (15 centimeters)...

by funfactfeed_admin | Aug 25, 2024 | Geography Facts, History Facts

History Facts Welcome to our Exploring History and Geography segment, where we uncover captivating stories and geographical marvels that have shaped civilizations and landscapes across the globe. History and geography intertwine to create a tapestry of human...

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A Day on Venus Is Longer Than a Year

Venus has one of the most unusual rotations in our solar system. A single day on Venus—meaning the time it takes for the planet to rotate once on its axis—lasts 243 Earth days. However, it only takes 225 Earth days for Venus to complete one orbit around the Sun. This means a day on Venus is actually longer than a year! Adding to the oddity, Venus rotates in the opposite direction of most planets, causing the Sun to rise in the west and set in the east. Venus is truly a planet of extremes!