Category Archives: Countries

Maldives

Posted on May 14, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

PROFILE OFFICIAL NAME: Republic of Maldives Geography Area: 298 sq. km. (115 sq. mi.), over 1,100 islands; twice the size of Washington, DC. Cities: Capital–Male’ (pop. 70,000). Terrain: Flat islands. Climate: Hot and humid. People Nationality: Noun and adjective–Maldivian(s). Population: … Continue reading →

Posted in Countries | Leave a comment

Flood control in the Netherlands

Posted on March 29, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Netherlands has been struggling against floods since the first people settled there. Over 60% of the country lies beneath mean sea-level. Countless people have lost their homes and their lives to floods from the sea or the rivers that could … Continue reading →

Posted in Countries, Natural Calamities, Uncategorized | Leave a comment