Most Unusual Towns in the World

Whittier, Alaska

Whittier is a sleepy town on the west side of Prince William Sound, tucked between picturesque mountains. The entire town is located in the 14-level building of a former military barrack. It also hosts all the shops, a police station, a hospital, and a church. The town’s population numbers only 220 people. Each summer, Whittier gets 22 hours of sunlight, and in winter it may get covered with 20 feet of snow. The Inn at Whittier is a hotel and restaurant that faces the sea and is an attraction for the locals as well as many tourists from across the globe who come to Alaska for adventure.

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Most Unusual Towns in the World

Chefchaouen, Morrocco

This incredible tourist attraction is located in the northeastern part of Morocco, with almost all of the houses and streets painted blue. The town is as rich in history as it is beautiful, it was established in 1471. In this old and enchanting town, there’s much to see and do. It is packed with hidden finds; tour guides can be a blessing for even the most independent traveller. Learn about the majestic walls and gates of the town; admire the small signs of early life here through the flour mill; and enjoy the beautiful natural water spring in the Medina.

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The Villages, Florida, U.S.A

The Villages, Florida, called “America’s Friendliest Hometown”, has the population of 132,000 residents today and it grows by approximately 4,500 annually. This retirement town doesn’t allow in anyone under 19, with the majority of the population being over 55 years old. Located in the heart of Florida, nestled between two beautiful coastlines and theme parks, the town boasts 34 golf courses, 9 country clubs, 2 downtown squares and plenty of restaurants.

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Kowloon, Hong Kong

Before its demolition in 1994, Kowloon was the most densely-populated city on earth, with almost 50,000 people living in a city 0.026 square km in size. The town was founded by the Chinese military sometime in the 17th century as a local fort and “abandoned” by local authorities in 1950. The city became a haven for the infamous crime syndicate – the “Triads.” Since the city had no real authorities, residents built their houses on-top of others without following safety codes.

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Most Unusual Towns in the World

Longyearbyen, Norway

The town of Longyearbyen is the world’s northernmost city. The name of the town is literal, actually meaning “long year.” The sun sets each year on October 25th and does not rise again for four months. The citizens are used to living alongside polar bears and reindeer. It’s home to the world’s northernmost gourmet restaurant, the historic Huset, which boasts one of Europe’s largest wine cellars. But perhaps the most interesting thing about Longyearbyen is that its citizens aren’t allowed to die. There is a cemetery in the town, but it hasn’t been used for 70 years.

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Nine-Year-Old Child Genius to Graduate University

A child prodigy from Belgium is on course to gain a bachelor’s degree at the tender age of 9. Laurent Simons is studying electrical engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE) – (17) _______.

His parents, Lydia and Alexander Simons, said they thought Laurent’s grandparents were exaggerating when they said he had a gift, (18) _______. “They noticed something very special about Laurent,” said Lydia. Laurent was given test after test (19) _______. “They told us he is like a sponge,” said Alexander. While Laurent comes from a family of doctors, his parents have so far not received any explanation as to (20) _______.

The TUE has allowed Laurent to complete his course faster than other students. “That is not unusual,” said Sjoerd Hulshof, education director of the TUE bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, in a statement. “Special students that have good reasons for doing so can arrange an adjusted schedule. In much the same way we help students (21) _______.” “We don’t want him to get too serious. He does whatever he likes,” said Alexander. “We need to find a balance between being a child and his talents.”

Laurent said he enjoys playing with his dog Sammy and playing on his phone, like many young people. However, unlike most 9-year-olds, he has already worked out (22) _______: develop artificial organs. In the meantime, Laurent has to finish his bachelor’s degree and choose which academic institution will play host to the next stage in his remarkable journey. Before that, he plans on taking a vacation to Japan for an undoubtedly well-deserved break.

Nine-Year-Old Child Genius to Graduate University

A child prodigy from Belgium is on course to gain a bachelor’s degree at the tender age of 9. Laurent Simons is studying electrical engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE) – (17) _______.

His parents, Lydia and Alexander Simons, said they thought Laurent’s grandparents were exaggerating when they said he had a gift, (18) _______. “They noticed something very special about Laurent,” said Lydia. Laurent was given test after test (19) _______. “They told us he is like a sponge,” said Alexander. While Laurent comes from a family of doctors, his parents have so far not received any explanation as to (20) _______.

The TUE has allowed Laurent to complete his course faster than other students. “That is not unusual,” said Sjoerd Hulshof, education director of the TUE bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, in a statement. “Special students that have good reasons for doing so can arrange an adjusted schedule. In much the same way we help students (21) _______.” “We don’t want him to get too serious. He does whatever he likes,” said Alexander. “We need to find a balance between being a child and his talents.”

Laurent said he enjoys playing with his dog Sammy and playing on his phone, like many young people. However, unlike most 9-year-olds, he has already worked out (22) _______: develop artificial organs. In the meantime, Laurent has to finish his bachelor’s degree and choose which academic institution will play host to the next stage in his remarkable journey. Before that, he plans on taking a vacation to Japan for an undoubtedly well-deserved break.

Nine-Year-Old Child Genius to Graduate University

A child prodigy from Belgium is on course to gain a bachelor’s degree at the tender age of 9. Laurent Simons is studying electrical engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE) – (17) _______.

His parents, Lydia and Alexander Simons, said they thought Laurent’s grandparents were exaggerating when they said he had a gift, (18) _______. “They noticed something very special about Laurent,” said Lydia. Laurent was given test after test (19) _______. “They told us he is like a sponge,” said Alexander. While Laurent comes from a family of doctors, his parents have so far not received any explanation as to (20) _______.

The TUE has allowed Laurent to complete his course faster than other students. “That is not unusual,” said Sjoerd Hulshof, education director of the TUE bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, in a statement. “Special students that have good reasons for doing so can arrange an adjusted schedule. In much the same way we help students (21) _______.” “We don’t want him to get too serious. He does whatever he likes,” said Alexander. “We need to find a balance between being a child and his talents.”

Laurent said he enjoys playing with his dog Sammy and playing on his phone, like many young people. However, unlike most 9-year-olds, he has already worked out (22) _______: develop artificial organs. In the meantime, Laurent has to finish his bachelor’s degree and choose which academic institution will play host to the next stage in his remarkable journey. Before that, he plans on taking a vacation to Japan for an undoubtedly well-deserved break.

Nine-Year-Old Child Genius to Graduate University

A child prodigy from Belgium is on course to gain a bachelor’s degree at the tender age of 9. Laurent Simons is studying electrical engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE) – (17) _______.

His parents, Lydia and Alexander Simons, said they thought Laurent’s grandparents were exaggerating when they said he had a gift, (18) _______. “They noticed something very special about Laurent,” said Lydia. Laurent was given test after test (19) _______. “They told us he is like a sponge,” said Alexander. While Laurent comes from a family of doctors, his parents have so far not received any explanation as to (20) _______.

The TUE has allowed Laurent to complete his course faster than other students. “That is not unusual,” said Sjoerd Hulshof, education director of the TUE bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, in a statement. “Special students that have good reasons for doing so can arrange an adjusted schedule. In much the same way we help students (21) _______.” “We don’t want him to get too serious. He does whatever he likes,” said Alexander. “We need to find a balance between being a child and his talents.”

Laurent said he enjoys playing with his dog Sammy and playing on his phone, like many young people. However, unlike most 9-year-olds, he has already worked out (22) _______: develop artificial organs. In the meantime, Laurent has to finish his bachelor’s degree and choose which academic institution will play host to the next stage in his remarkable journey. Before that, he plans on taking a vacation to Japan for an undoubtedly well-deserved break.