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Which country is Big Ben located in?

The clock tower that houses Big Ben, named the Elizabeth Tower in 2012, is approximately 96 meters high, and the massive bell inside the clock tower weighs more than 13 tons. Big Ben was cast on April 10, 1858, and was first rung on May 31, 1859. On the day the bell first rung, Parliament had a session to debate what to call the bell. After hearing a speech from Sir Benjamin Hall, a man of some weight, it was decided to call the bell Big Ben.

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What continent is Alaska on?

The largest state in the U.S. in terms of area is Alaska and it is in the northwestern part of North America. This state is the union's 49th state as of 1959 and the capital is Juneau. To the north of Alaska is the Arctic Ocean and the Beaufort Sea; the Bering Sea and Bering Strait are on the west; the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Alaska are to the south; and British Columbia and Canada's Yukon Territory are to the east.

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What are the five largest cities in Nevada?

Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas are located in Clark County, which is the southern-most tip of the state. Clark County is the largest county in Nevada, with a population of over 1.9 million people as of the 2010 census, or 68.85 percent of the entire Nevada population. Reno and Sparks are located in Washoe County, which is a long strip on the state's northwest border with California and Oregon. Washoe County is the second-largest county in Nevada, home to a population of about 421,407, which is 16.99 percent of the total population in the state.\nBetween 1960 and 2000, Las Vegas ..

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Where does the Nanaimo Ferry go to?

The departure schedule of the Nanaimo ferry to West Vancouver and Gabriola Island varies depending on the day of the week and the time of year. The Nanaimo ferry to West Vancouver takes around an hour and 40 minutes, while the route to Gabriola Island takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes. In nautical miles, it is a 3-mile trip to Gabriola Island and 30 miles to West Vancouver.

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What is the climate of Hawaii?

Hawaii experiences only two seasons: summer, known to the locals as "Kau," and winter, which is called "Hooilo" in Hawaiian. The state is divided into seven geographical regions based on the direction of wind exposure. These areas include lower mountain slopes on leeward side, windward lowlands, the Kona Coast of Hawaii, interior lowlands, leeward lowlands, high mountains and rainy mountain slopes on leeward side. Significant temperature changes in Hawaii only occur at very high altitudes. Otherwise, the average range between the warm and cold seasons does not exceed 9 degrees Fahrenheit.

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What was the national average gas price in 2014?

The average gas prices for 2014 were lower for conventional grades of gas than reformulated grades. The 2014 national average was lower than the national average in 2013, 2012 and 2011. As of July 16, 2015, the average price for regular gas is $2.772 per gallon. A week prior the average gas price for regular grade was $2.756; a month prior the average was $2.803 per gallon.

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Where do you find a Myrtle Beach calendar of events?

The Myrtle Beach Visitors Bureau site features a complete listing of local events, including arts and craft expos, historical celebrations, cultural festivals and sporting events.\nSign up for the Official Myrtle Beach Area Visitor Guide for more information about events and special attractions at Myrtle Beach. Enter your mailing address and personal information to receive a hard copy in the mail or download a digital copy to view online.

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Where is Singer Island, Florida located?

As part of metropolitan south Florida, Singer Island is located three miles from North Palm Beach and five miles from West Palm Beach. Named after developer Paris Singer, a descendant of the sewing machine magnate, Singer Island is actually a peninsula, not an island. It is an upscale community and home to thousands of condo owners. It features a combination of natural oceanfront beauty and exquisite hotels, resorts, restaurants and shopping venues.

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What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?

Some airlines have fewer planes in the air on Tuesdays and thus fewer passengers, making it a good time to find cheaper flights. Saturdays are less expensive because most people traveling on weekends fly Friday, Sunday or Monday. Fewer seats are taken on Saturdays and are usually sold at steep discounts.\n\nThe exception to the Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday rule is holiday flights, as any day of the week just before a holiday has a dramatically increased fare. To get a discounted flight during the holidays, travelers are encouraged to fly on the day of the holiday itself.

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Where is a haunted house in Nashville, Tennessee?

Nashville Nightmare receives consistent ratings as the best haunted house in Nashville and one of the top haunted houses in the United States. For the 2015 Halloween season, Nashville Nightmare opens its haunted houses to the public on September 18. During the open season, houses operate on weekend nights and some Thursday nights through the first weekend in November. Visitors can find more information on haunted house locations and hours of operation on NashvilleNightmare.com.

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