NationMaster - Discussion

Elif 30th December 2011	It seems there have been a lot of problems here. It is because you all are trying to divide the world into some parts or regions but the point is to think it as a whole. then you do not have such problems to discuss meaninglessly
sam 16th March 2011	most of these countries in my opinion should not be here i think that europe should only be classed as western europe not eastern europe so the uk doesnt have to recieve the scum of eastern europe as a law of the parliament of the europian union
Brrrrrrrrr 10th February 2011	What a rasistic site.. You have never turned a page of a good history book. All people who feels and says they belong to Europe are europeans. Who made you an expert? Self appointed? It is not your decision to make to decide who is European. End of the story!!
Matthew Watson 23rd May 2010	I'm sorry but France nor belguim were ever a part of the soviet union. They both had strong soviet political parties who campaigned for power but they never ruled either country and neither country ever joined the soviet union. plus both france and belguim are both in nato so couldn't be a part of the soviet union.
Isabel 9th May 2010	I am french and if my country ever was part of the soviet union i am pretty sure i would have noticed. As you can see on this map, none of western europe was affected : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:CEMA_members.png
Anna+Syroechkovskaya 28th April 2010	Sorry, but neither France nor Belgium have never ever been a part of the Soviet Union. It planned to expand all over the world, painting it communist-red, but the system rusted through. Here see the list of Soviet republics: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Republics_of_the_Soviet_Union Nevertheless, Russia might be considered a part of Europe, as geographically about a third of its territory lies within Europe (so called "European part", to the West of Ural mountains). And the population is mainly concentrated here - not less than 100 millions (to 141 total), adopted quite a european lifestyle since Peter the Great (ruled in 1700-1725). So there is no RIGHT decision, it is all up to your vision=) Best, Anna S., Russia, MS University, Geographical dept. annasyr@mail.ru PS: thanks A LOT for the marvellous site! Very appropriate info.
Matilda O'kelly 22nd March 2010	Russia clearly is part of europe, otherwise how could France and Belgium have been in the Soviet Union???
Anouk 23rd February 2010	What about Kosovo and the surrounding countries? The information you provide in this web site is very valuable. Keep up the good work. I am interested to know about the crime rate in Kosovo because me and my husband have an opportunity to work there. I have heard that since Kosovo independence the region is more stable, but that's all political talk. I would rather prefer plain numbers, pure statistics like this web site provides. Cheers!
Edda 24th November 2009	Turkey is supposed to be in Europe category
thae mummy 18th October 2009	please correct. there is no more serbia and montenegro.it is only SERBIA
hey max(german) 9th May 2009	have a look at HDI, canada 4-5 usually.
Total Knowledge 29th April 2009	To Americans it is hard to label the French as Latins anymore. As France was one of the first industrialized countries. Then the Immigration Act of 1924 which reduced the entry of southern Europeans such as the Italians, Spaniards, and Portuguese who racist Anglos called Dagos (sure Italians, Spaniards, and Portuguese are Caucasian like Anglos, let's remember race is a social constuct). Moreno is a Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian surname. There are way more Italians, Spaniards, and Portuguese living in Latin America than French. Haiti and the French dependencies are usually not included because the Catholic Church decided to exclude them. Now when speaking of skin color it is important to note that hues differ north to south, not east to west. Not everybody in America considers Italians, Spaniards, and Portuguese white and some even confuse them with Latinos. It does make sense why the U.S. government categorizes them as white. Sure some of them look white, but there are Arabs who look white. The U.S. government should just make a Latin category for them and people of Latin American ancestry and get rid of the Hispanic category. Who cares what Europeans think?
Louis Salve 11th April 2009	hi Typsi you are giving the total knowledge of each factor on nationalmaster.com i really liked it the capacity you have in you is just like some thing i cannot tell you but i want to tell you one thing you are great and may be iam in love with you or your knowledge. if you want to contact me you can louissalve@yahoo.com waiting
vassos 23rd December 2005	The Turks and Kurd s are the same people, but what you call Turkey today was not owned by the Turks, it was Roman and Byzantine Empires, the Turks come from the Arabs,Mongolia,Huns and Iran, then they spread themselves in these areas. The same with Cyprus Greek land now illegally half owned by the Turks call themselves Turkish Cypriot meaning (Turks in Cyprus) Ottoman Empire done a good job trying to take over all the Greek islands (Greece)
granatian joe 14th December 2005	i think that when u say larger view you can actually have the option of viewing the map at the top of the screen
Materialist 6th December 2005	Europe's boundaries have never been static. They change over time and are altered through perspective and perception. For example 200 years ago, the boundaries of Europe ended in the Austro-Hungarian frontiers just before the Ottoman Empire.
Michelle my Belle 5th December 2005	Turkey is NOT and should never be on part of Europe. They lack basic human rights for their citizens. European nations are notable for their progressive stance on human rights issues. Not only because of human rights issues, but also because Turkey neglects their own Ottoman Empire History. If Turkey wants to be a part of the European Union, it must accept its past, take responsibility for their barbaric traditions, and accept parts of their history like the Armenian Genocide. Being part of the EU requires a nation to be progressive, and even if it has done something less worthy of praise in the past, accept it, pay reparations, and move on, like Germany did. I feel Turkey is missing basic freedoms that all other EU nations exercise, for example freedom of speech.
Jay Singleton 2nd December 2005	So their really is no answer,their is no separation of getting sunburned in Northern Europe and getting tanned in Southern and Central Europe??
Jay Singleton 29th November 2005	Yeah but which countries in Europe tend to have more darker skin tone? What regions? Northern,Central,or Southern European People that tan and rarely sunburn?
anton 28th November 2005	Mediterraneans look mainly the same, i am from Jerusalem , the largest part of the Palestinian people are Mediterranean, we find it very hard trace our ancestors due to all the invasions that took place in our land along the history, although we speak Arabic and have Arabic as a culture, we have a very mixed ancestry, Phoenician,Ancient Roman,Byzantine, French "crusaders", northern Arab and some other so its very hard to know. Palestinians look like almost every one ,some look Indian and even black and some look Italian "maybe the Roman genes" and Spanish or Arab/Syrian/Lebanese ,and some are blond with blue eyes "french/Anglo influence?!", in some places u feel ur in Europe in some u fell Ur in a Mediterranean country and in some u can actually feel that you're in India or Africa.
Maltese dude 25th November 2005	Arabian, Malta's social makeup is not predominantly European. We are primarily of mixed Arab and Latin blood in addition to mixed North African (Carthaginian) and Phoenician blood. Our ancestors bravely fought off the Norman invaders. Thus, we have little or no Norman ancestry.
Jay Singleton 23rd November 2005	I was wondering to get this right more Southern Europeans are darker than most Northern Europeans,but what countries in Europe tend to have really nice beautiful toned skin,that tan's all the time??
Albanian 22nd November 2005	"modern albanians don't have any relationship with that race they are a mixture of turks and gashi sqiperians, and their history is a disgrase!" Who can right something as disgraseful and false as this? This very offensive and I am shocked that Nationmaster allowed this message to be posted.
Slinky 21st November 2005	Are there any Deserts in Europe?
Italian 20th November 2005	Agnes, I find it pretty hard to compare Greeks, Italians, Maltese, and Albanians to other Europeans. Number one, the ancient ancestors of North Africans and Middle Easterners were at the same level as our ancient Mediterranean ancestors. It took the entire Middle Ages just to get the rest of Europe caught up over 1000 years later! Now Hunkgolden, to answer your question, it is false.
Italian 20th November 2005	Agnes, I find it pretty hard to compare Greeks, Italian, Maltese, and Albanians to other Europeans. Number one, the ancient ancestors of North Africans and Middle Easterners were at the same level as our ancient Mediterranean ancestors. It took the entire Middle Ages just to get the rest of Europe caught up over 1000 years later! Now Hunkgolden, to answer your question, it is false.
Italian 18th November 2005	Arabian, Malta social makeup is not predominantly European. Maltese are primarily of mixed Arab and Latin blood in addition to mixed North African and Phoenician blood. They like our ancestors bravely fought off the Norman invaders. Thus, they have little to no Norman ancestry.
Jose 17th November 2005	Sakis and gbr2, Albanians do have Greek origins, however their primary ancestors, the Illyrians were a separate Indo-European people. We know this because of linguistic differences between Albanians and Greeks.
Oscar 17th November 2005	Hunk golden, Mediterranean people such as Greeks have always had dark hair and dark skin. To think or believe otherwise is ridiculous.
hunkgolden 17th November 2005	Why do Greeks men and women have dark skin and hair? I was told the Moors invaded Greece and had sex with the women. That's why Greeks have a dark complex. Original Greeks have blonde hair blue eyes. Is this true
Agnes 14th November 2005	What I do not understand is your saying that Greeks and Italians are more European than any other country. What makes you say that? As for Greece having to be more Middle Easterners, somebody must be completely crazy to actually say that. Even though Greeks have made impacts with Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East doesn't mean that Greece is more Middle Eastern than European. Greeks are as European as it gets. There country, the people, just absolutely everything about them. Whoever had said that must be middle eastern because nobody in there right mind would say that Greeks are more Middle Eastern s than European.
behruz nadirov 8th November 2005	hi everybody.i just read some of the comments here.and i was shocked no words about Azerbaijan.i`d like to say it`s a European country,too.not like Turkey,i.e. on part in Europe,and the other in Asia.stuff!isn`t it?anyone who has doubts about Azerbaijan`s being an Asian country we could debate it.my e-mail is:behruzbritish@yahoo.co.uk before your writting to me,log on to www.wikipedia.org.you`ll find everything there.lol.thanks beforehand.
Rory 3rd November 2005	I need a map showing the 16th century reformation and all the countries filled in with protesants and catholics
Oscar 2nd November 2005	Of Course living in an area once occupied by Greeks and Armenians, the Turks are going to have darker skin. Europe had olive heritage and genetics before the white man came in, and settled in parts of Europe. Now white nationalists proclaim the opposite is true, but what do they know? Besides being white and part mediocre race.
Arslan 29th October 2005	It is very enjoyable to read that most of the discussion above is about Turkey belonging to Europe or not. From a geographical perspective, Turkey spans on two continents,namely Europe and Asia. Therefore, Turkey belongs to Europe as well as Asia.
afro-deshiack 29th October 2005	I want to know if Sweden gets along with the neighboring countries around it. If you could please answer as quickly as you can!!
Jean 27th October 2005	The most European people are Greeks, Latins, and Middle Easterners for sure. They have been European way longer than Nordic Teuton and Slav folk.
DaNcEr* 26th October 2005	I am doing a research project for school on Romania and i need to find the amount of people in jail...currently pretty much. or as close as possible. any help would be MUCH appreciated!
Jean 25th October 2005	There are only two countries which make up Europe: Greece and Italy.
Nick 25th October 2005	Greeks are more European then Middle Eastern for sure. Greeks and Italians are the most European people of any other countries in Europe, to say Greece and Italy isnt a part of Europe something is wrong. These countries have been European since the Ancient Greeks and Romans
mikester 25th October 2005	what is Europe's size is sq. miles? there is a report due is school tomorrow and i have to know please. im searching the web like crazy
Mavryk 25th October 2005	After reading most if not all of the comments listed here.. I can see that OBVIOUSLY people are in great demand for a good history lesson as well as a geography lesson.. guys.. pick up an encyclopaedia and read about world history, only then will you be able to appreciate how stupid half of these comments, questions and answers really are. regards "mavryk" (37yo Australian Male of Croatian/Slavic origin who speaks 5 languages living in Switzerland)
Amazed 25th October 2005	I find it utterly amazing that this discussion has been going on for a year, and that many of the same people have been participating for months. What do you do, check this site everyday to see if someone has responded? And at this point anyway, you are all just repeating yourselves.
Matheus, Brazil 23rd October 2005	And the Caucasian Republics? It's part of Europe, but it's not in the map!
Albanian 20th October 2005	Then why do we Albanians deal with anti-Albanian racism in Slavic countries? It's because our skin is darker than theirs'. Your belief that dark skin and hair originates from Asianic Turks is false. All Caucasians of Mediterranean origin have fair to dark skin and dark hair naturally because of the sheer climate of the region. The Illyrians are our ancient ancestors. They weren't a Greek tribe, because our language originates from their language and our language is not Hellenic, however, it is still part of the Indo-European language family.
Serhan 20th October 2005	Let's say Turkey is in Mars or in north pole or where ever, what bothers you my friend???, the point is not location, it is quality! Most of the leader countries in the world (G7) want Turkey to take active role in to decisions about the world that's why they are trying to set up G12. and you people talking nothing. Can you please let me know where is the WORLD? Helooooo, no answer???
me!!! 18th October 2005	Russia is in Europe and Asia. it spreads over to continents. for whoever wanted to know.
Lukasz from Poland 18th October 2005	is here someone who knows, where is Caralie, and who are Sami?
some guy in desperate need of help 17th October 2005	HOW MANY TEACHERS ARE THERE FOR EVERY 1000 PEOPLE IN FRANCE?
gianna 17th October 2005	Alright for the person that said Albanians are more like Italians hello Albanians are not even close to Italians what the Fudgeruckers are you talking about? Italians and Greeks have more closer ties northern Italian northern Greeks and southern Italians and southern Greeks look so much alike practically the same physical features, and Albanians well some of them look Italian some of them look Greeks but the relationship with each other would be the Albanians and Greeks we have a relationship with Spain and Portugal more.
Francois 14th October 2005	Is it true that Korea ,Japan and Thailand are only 3 nations in the world that haven't been colonized by the European power?
Amber 12th October 2005	Im doing research for school and I need to find Europe's Infant Death Rate, and I can't seem to find it, can anyone help figure out where it is?
Tim 11th October 2005	Turkey is pretty much in every European organization except for the EU, which they are about to join. Sure only part of Turkey is considered to be geographically in Europe. But its by far, the most densely populated and includes Istanbul,the largest city. I dont think you can even call Turkey middle eastern. Turkish culture has much more in common with the Balkan and the former soviet central Asian states than with the Arabic ones or Iran The word Europa originates from Greek mythology. Geez I cant believe people are even discussing Greece's "Europeans"
Europe lover 11th October 2005	HELP! Could someone please tell me if Russia is in Europe?!?!?! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is so important!!
Meems 11th October 2005	Turkey is a European country as they take part in the European football cup, didn't they?
Bella 7th October 2005	Denmark is not "run" by our queen! Her and her family are just there to make Denmark pretty and take the tax payers money!
Zoltan 3rd October 2005	That is a very over-generalized description of Hungarians. On the one hand you are correct that Hungarians originate in central Asia. Hungarians are not Turks. The Magyars(Hungarians)during their conquest of the Carpathian basin were made up of 7 tribes forgered into one by a pact sealed with blood. Upon their arrival in the Carpathian basin(c. 9th cent.), on the eastern frontiers(modern day Transylvania) they found Seklers(Hungarian ethnic group whose language is Magyar). These people where remenants of the earlier Hun invasions(c.4th cent). This suggests that Hungarians(Magyars) have ties to Asian peoples that originate further East then previously suggested.
arigosaki 2nd October 2005	Turks have Asian origins.
Daphne 30th September 2005	What does Sweden think about adding countries in the European Union?
Arabian 28th September 2005	Malta is an island therefore not on the European mainland, this is not to say its not part of Europe. When a country is not on the mainland of a continent the general concensis is to consider the inhabitants and if they are Euro or not. Malta speak a dialect of Arabic written with Latin letters. Its the only Semitic language to be written with Latin letters. Yet the social makeup of Malta is predominantly European ancestry and deeply Catholic. Remains of late Stone Age and Bronze Age people have been found there. The Phoenicians colonized Malta in about 1000 BC. Neolithic temples far older than Stone edge in Britain, tombs, and other ancient relics of the area still stand. Greek, Carthaginian, Roman, Arab, and Norman conquerors, all have left indelible marks on this small sun drenched island. The Maltese language is fascinating precisely because it is Arabic in a European Nation.
Arabian 28th September 2005	Malta is an island therefore not on the European mainland, this is not to say its not part of Europe. When a country is not on the mainland of a continent the general concensis is to concider the inhabitants and if they are Euro or not. Malta speak a dialect of Arabic written with Latin letters. Its the only Semitic language to be written with Latin letters. Yet the social makeup of Malta is predominantly European ancestry and deeply Catholic. Remains of late Stone Age and Bronze Age people have been found there. The Phoenicians colonized Malta in about 1000 BC. Neolithic temples far older than Stonehedge in Britain, tombs, and other ancient relics of the area still stand. Greek, Carthaginian, Roman, Arab, and Norman conquerors, all have left indelible marks on this small sun drenched island. The Maltese language is fascinating precisely because it is Arabic in a European Nation.
Darran 25th September 2005	May i just say that since the 10 New EU states have arrived with the exception of Cyprus and Malta What a drain they are to the previous 15 Rich Western Countries.I for 1 are fed up of them draining my taxes to pay for them they have high unemployment no infrastructure i don't except them particularly the Poles they are only here to ponse in the UK they want cash in hand jobs and fly back to Poland at the weekends on Ryanair for a tenner So they do not put anything into the Economy just drain it.Also for the record i don't want or Like Turkey in the EU and i would vote no if i have the choice i am sure i will get negative responce but couldn't care less what you may have to say
dionisis 23rd September 2005	The questions which arises is whether Russia and Turkey which have land in both continents are European or Asian Countries. And what happens with two island states in the Mediterranean, Cyprus and Malta. Malta is somewhere between Sicily (therefore Europe) and Africa. Until recently it was part of the British empire and had a European orientation which the country followed after it became independent so it is considered a european country. Cyprus geographically belongs to Asia but since it had more or less the same political background as Malta (british rule and then independence with european mentality) it is considered a european country. Note: the E.U. is a political and not a physical term, so if a country is a member of that Union it doesn't mean that it belongs geographically in Europe (e.g. Cyprus and Turkey if it becomes a member of E.U.) So we came again to the problem with Turkey and Russia. Since the birth place of the Rus people was in Europe (west of the Urals) (don't forget that Russians were once related to Scandinavians and not to Slavic people) and because all the lands east of the Urals were conquered at some point by the Russians it is clear that Russia is a Europena country. Not so clear with Turkey. Turkey lies in the Anatolu peninsula (Asia Minor) and in a small part of Europe. Anatolu peninsula is in Asia and a part of Middle east (middle east is a political term used to describe the certain region with the certain interstate conflicts).Also the Turks originate from Central Asia between the Caspian sea and China and the capital of the country is in Asia (Ankara). In addition the majority of the population is closer to the oriental heritage of the country (religion, manners, way of life) The population in the west part of the country in both (asian and european) parts is closer to western way of life. In political terms, Turkey is directly connected to Middle eastern conflicts (issues with the Kurds and Syria) and to European issues. Is also a member of many European organizations and wannabe member of the E.U. So we can say that geographically and maybe ethnologically is an Asian country but in terms of politics and interstate affairs is a European country.
anonymous 23rd September 2005	First off all history books are written by humans and humans tend to have a lack of objectivity when it comes to matters of history. It is also useless to talk about racial purity. Europe and Asia are continents. Middle East is not. Middle East is an area in West Asia so there can be no question whether a country is part of Europe or part of Middle East. Since geographically Europe and Asia are divided in land by the Urals and the Caucasus and on water by the Black Sea and the Mediterrannean it is clear that Armenia and Azerbaijan are in Europe.
Macedonian 19th September 2005	It is true that the Albanian's ancient ancestors are those from the tribes who lived along the Adriatic coast, called the "Illyirians" Their language is a mixture of old turkish and Illyrian. This is also where they got their predominantly Muslim religion, from Turks.
Israel 18th September 2005	I am looking the flags of prefectures from Albania...
Ioannis 15th September 2005	There is no homogeneous and pure race or nation in the World with few exceptions of isolated races and tribes. Turks are not more dark-skinned than other Balkan and Mediterranean populations. Turks, Greeks, Italians and Spanish have similar colour. Slavic populations have slightly different characteristics but nobody is pure. Turkey has been part of Europe but historically was always designated as East, and Asia. The cultural characteristics of the Turks have been developed in relation to those of the Balkan populations and they display important similarities with those of the rest Balkan nation due to mutual influences. Greeks, Albanians and Croats share many common characteristics with Italians too. In strikt geographical terms Turkey is not part of Europe, its religion also, is not designated European. Christianity does not have a European origin either. South East Mediterranean area, including Balkans has been a unity for many centuries under Roman, Greek, Italian or Turkish dominance.
eltower 10th September 2005	To Typsi: The Serbian people really originate from the Caucasus and from what is now Georgia. There are records of a tribe called the 'Serboi'. These migrated to what is now Poland, and mixed with the Slavs before moving to Kosovo and settling in the root of Serbia (Kosovo). There is significant evidence for this even in vague everyday terms. There are many Serb words of Caucasian origin, and the Slav language has been left in areas like Poland, where the language is different from Serb, but very similar. Absolutely, all Balkan peoples mixed with Turks, especially after 800 years of oppressive rule. I also read somewhere (but this claim holds much less weight as I cannot trace it) that Albanian peoples were mountain shepherds from the Middle East. About the Europe question: Turkey is not a European country. The turkish peninsula is actually called the 'Asian' peninsula, just like the 0Italic' peninsula for Italy or the 'Iberian' peninsula for Spain. Constantinople IS in Europe, but this is not enough claim to sustain a candidacy for the EU. On the other hand, Russia is a fully fledged European country, both historically and geographically. It's Asian part is an extension of Russia, annexed during the expansion of the Russian empire, which initially was the State of Muscovy, which is completely in continental Europe. The true border of Europa can be found in the Caucasus, where there is no fixed line, as with the Bosforus or the Ural mountains, but it merges with the Asian continent. That is why countries like Kasaghstan have a relatively sustainable claim to being inside Europe, therefore being a viable candidate for the EU. To Miller: The Turks have had territory in Europe, although their greatest extension has always been in the Middle East. Their European conquests were, although lengthy, not as significant as, say, the Arab occupation of Spain. The Turks did leave some heritage behind in occupied territories, but using your logical deduction of country heritage based on historical conquests, France then owns Europe up to Russia. So does Germany. And Italy. And the Byzantines hold Eastern Europe. And Japan then owns the Pacific. You see, when dealing with today's issues, you must leave history behind, for it only causes problems, and it is not a viable argument for arguing, in your case, that Turkey is European. Besides, Turkey does not have a proud European history, with over 800 years of oppressive tyranny in the Balkans, and an ongoing occupation in Constantinople, so this historical claim of your holds no weight.
Lewiss 9th September 2005	Wales is the best country in Europe and i dont care what any1 says.....And Swansea is the best city....for QUALITY football..
kamasikis 2nd September 2005	Typsi - why are you acting like you know everything? Can you prove that the Serbians have 20% Slavic and 80% iLYRIAN
Afrim 24th August 2005	Kosova is NOT part of Serbia, it's Albanian land, populated and inhabitant by Albanians, and is not part of Albania due to the injustice of European countries, like England, France and Russia! It will soon be part of Albania! If anybody wants to talk to me about this, email me at aimperfection@yahoo.com
Condy 21st August 2005	Where someone originates from or colour doesn't matter; the real fact is that every human being regardless of colour, race and what have you are equal and that is the fact of life.
Edwin 21st August 2005	Does anyone know what countries are ruled by king or queens,and especific what are by ruled by king only or queen only..please is an emergency!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jeff 21st August 2005	Thanks Constantine, for your input. I agree with you that Turkey has more cultural ties with Iran, as well as spiritual. And in addition, during the Ottoman Empire, they received a lot of influence from Greece and Balkan nations. Over 1,000 years before then, Alexander the Great defeated the Persian Empire, enabling diverse peoples to contribute their influences (which built the foundation of Hellenistic Civilization). Greeks, Persians, and Arabs were the first Middle Eastern Race. And then later, Latins became the most dominate force of the Mediterranean and during then, could have also been considered Middle Eastern. However, Europe and Middle East had no definition back then.
Vuk 16th August 2005	Claim about Albanians' root in old Illyrians is myth created by Albanians' nationalists in 19.century in try to show how they are the oldest nation of Balkan. Unfortunately for them there is no any kind of evidence to support this claim.
Arber_Dardani 16th August 2005	The Ancient "Greeks" died out long before the Birth of Christ. Modern Day "Greeks" are actually the "Hellenized" children of ethnic Albanians, Slavs, Turks, Vlachs, and Roma (Gypsies). The Ancient Thracians, Macedonians, and Epirotes were all of the Illyrian ethnicity, which the Ancient "Greek" historians recognized. The Modern Day "Albanians" are the last vestige of the Pelasgian people of the Balkans that have not been "Slavicized" or "Hellenized".
Irena 13th August 2005	After reading some of the comments on this page i am shocked by the lack of education, can't you people get it Europe is a seperate continent and Asia is also and Turkey is in Europe it is not a seperate continent if some of you people still dont get it go have a look at the world map please you'll be doing all of us a favour!
Swiss 11th August 2005	Definitely Turkey in NOT a European country!! Could we consider Spain (Centaur on African mainland belongs to Spain) as an African country?? Of course NOT!!! In other words Turkish are completely different that Europeans!! Religion, culture language etc. I was in Turkey last month at Edremit on the Aegean coast and I was thinking that I was in Afghanistan (women wearing veils, and large breeches etc) how could consider that country as European one?
Swiss 10th August 2005	Definitely Turkey in NOT a European country!! Could we consider Spain (Ceuta on African mainland belongs to Spain) as an African country?? Of course NOT!!! In other words Turkish are completely different that Europeans!! Religion, culture language etc. I was in Turkey last month at Edremit on the Aegean coast and I was thinking that I was in Afghanistan (women wearing veils, and large breeches etc) how could consider that country as European one? We already have a lot of them here in Switzerland; we do not want more...thanks
Swiss 10th August 2005	Definitely Turkey in NOT a European country!! Could we consider Spain (Ceuta on African mainland belongs to Spain) as African country?? Of course NOT!!! In other words Turkish are completely different that Europeans!! Religion, culture language etc. I was in Turkey last month at Edremit on the Aegean coast and I was thinking that I was in Afghanistan (women wearing veils, and large breeches etc) how could consider that country as European one? We already have a lot of them here in Switzerland; we do not want more…thanks.
Sarah 8th August 2005	Does anyone from Europe have any views on the introduction of the euro, im from New Zealand and writing an essay on it for university and would be interested in anything anyone knows about it
Livid Latin 6th August 2005	Most Greeks, Italians, Maltese, Albanians, and Arabs are of fair to dark skin. Norman invasions as well as other non-Mediterranean invasions is why some are light skin, and to suggest that the majority of their population look anything like non-Mediterranean people is completely absurd. Only those of whom, who aren't native to this region such as Slavs, and Turks, resemble Irish or Russian people.
Aberdeen 4th August 2005	I want to live in Luxembourg or Switzerland when I'm older but I need some more information on these two countries (and maybe Liechtenstein). Is it true that these are very rich countries?
minch 2nd August 2005	""The Slavs and Teutons come from Finno-Ugric people in northern Europe whereas the Celts come from the Basque people of Iberian Peninsula who were forced up north by the invading Iberians from the south. This is how the Indo-European languages were brought to Europe."" This is false information. The Slavs and Teutons did NOT come from Finno-Ugric people, Finno-Ugriac-Altaic is not apart of Indo-European at all!
arigosaki 1st August 2005	A very interesting analysis of Typsi the Albanian. I don't know how much Slavic blood do Serbs have, but I must add that all Balkan nations, including Serbs, Albanians and other had enormously mixed with Asiatic Turks (not nowadays Turks) and that dark hair and skin originate from that. I agree that Albanians have their roots in old Illyrians, but all Slavic peoples mixed with Illyrians when they came here as well.
Euro-Expert 23rd July 2005	To Jeff and joey, about Italy, Malta, and Greece, that is not the point. Like Typsi said "Italy, Greece, Malta, and Albania have closer ties to North Africa and the Middle East than with Europe alone". Albania is 70% Muslim and has strong ties to Egypt as well as Italy. Greece on the other hand, has always had strong ties to the Middle East and North Africa, since ancient times. Maltese is related to the Arabic spoken in North Africa, however the language also contains many words of Latin origin. This island nation (Malta) is the bridge between Italy and the Arab World. Now as for Turkey, it has been part of Europe since the 14th centry! And has been part of the European Community for quite some time now. Like Howard said, Turks don't have closer ties to North African history. Like Hungarians, Turks come from Central Asia". So the only difference between is geography and of course, Hungarians are Turkish although without the Greek and Armenian mixture. Thus, they have light skin. After reading your ignorance on this one I just had to respond to clarify a few things.
Oscar 19th July 2005	Jeff, people in the far east have yellow skin. Not olive skin.
Bruno 16th July 2005	To Ryan S, Serbia was ruled by Turkey for a few hundred years; a number of them probably mingled, that is why they have dark skin.
gbr2 16th July 2005	Correct Saki, of course greece is a part of europe.Turkey, however is not. Albanians do have greek origins. Macedonia is a part of Greece (the north state of Greece). FROM should stop calling themselves Macedonians and make an original name for themselves.-this isn't a racist comment, it seems like the most logical thing to do.
R.D.K 14th July 2005	I am from Belgium and there are so many Turkey peolple in Belgium so i know that Turks are just like Morrocans meaning they are just like North Africans
Howard 13th July 2005	Jeff, Turks don't have closer ties to North African history. Like Hungarians, Turks come from Central Asia. The only difference between them is geography. Hungarians are Turks although w/o the Greek and Armenian mixture; thus, they have lighter skin. Although Turkey has been a part of Europe since the 14th century, the region which you now refer to as 'Turkery' was once part of the Macedonian, Roman, and Byzantine Empire!
Oscar 13th July 2005	Jeff, Turks don't have closer ties to North African history. Like Hungarians, Turks come from Central Asia. The only difference between them is geography. Hungarians are Turks although w/o the Greek and Armenian mixture; thus, they have lighter skin. Although Turkey has been a part of Europe since the 14th century, the region which you now refer to as 'Turkery' was once part of the Macedonian, Roman, and Byzantine Empire!
Sakis 12th July 2005	Typsi, neither Persians, Phoenicians was European. Firsts European civilizations was Mycenaeans, Minoans both Greek tribes.
vt 11th July 2005	Miller, well if we say that Turkey is a part of a Europe because of Ottoman empire, than we have to admit, that Mongols also had an empire which had almost all Eastern Europe involved. So is Mongolia in European because of that? :)) I suppose Turkey is too different from Europe, however this countrey is most european asian countray. I also think, that they could truly be europeans as greeks are if they could hold the byzantic heritage (religion for example). But they did not. Only afte WWI they really turned to Europe, not in 14 century.
Glen 11th July 2005	Turks are a mixture of plenty of dark skinned Caucasian people from across the Mediterranean. Hungarians on the other hand, are of pure Turkish origin and therefore, are lily-white as opposed to olive. Miller is right, and the region that you now refer to as 'Turkey' was once apart of Greece, but after the Turkish invaders came, the Greeks and Armenians were slaughtered by the thousands, yet many of them mixed with the invaders, creating the present day Turk.
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Typsi 8th July 2005	Jeff, Greece, and Malta are part of the Central Mediterranean. Not the Northern Mediterranean. Parts Italy are also not part of the Northern Mediterranean. The reason why their map references incorrect, is because of where they got them (the CIA World Factbook).
Oscar 8th July 2005	Typsi made very good points, Greeks, Latins, and Albanians have greater historical ties with the Middle East and North Africa. They definitely do not share any of the same interests as white nationalists do. After all, it was Greece, Italy, North Africa, and Middle East, which were responsible for Europe's existence. These lily-white parasites think they can have all the glory polluting the bloodlines of the original Europeans, they think. But that would truly be a concern in keeping and preserving them racially.
Oscar 7th July 2005	Thank god for Miller, the region you now refer to as 'Turkey' was also part of the Roman and Macedonian Empire! So more over than not, it has been connected with Europe.
Howard 6th July 2005	Jeff, Turks don't have closer ties to North African history. Like Hungarians, Turks come from Central Asia. The only difference between them is geography. Hungarians are Turks w/o Greek and Armenian ancentry; thus, they have lighter skin.
Oscar 6th July 2005	Jeff, Turks don't have closer ties to North African history.
Miller 5th July 2005	Turkey is about to be a member of the European Union. Turks have been a part of Europe since the 14th century. Please read history about the Great Ottoman empire!
Miller 5th July 2005	Turkey is about to be a member of the European Union.Turks have been a part of Europe since the 14th century.Please read history!!!.Great Ottoman imp.
Freedom Voice 5th July 2005	Cyprus is one part of Turkey!!!!!!!
Thomas 5th July 2005	Turkey is part of Europe.That is fack!!!! Read Now one day you will undertood
joey 5th July 2005	Thank god for Jeff, you are absolutely right, Russia is both part of Europe and Asia, Turkey is considered to be an asian country and is not about to join the EU anytime soon. And Italy, Malta and Greece are all very European Countries
meena 4th July 2005	Is Holland included in Europe countries list?
Sakis 4th July 2005	Typsi, I wonder if greeks was living in Egypt where did the Egyptians live, perhaps in China ? I think you must first learn what means Europe in Greek (because is a Greek word) Also tell us please where in Europe have the Phoenicians great a state, cause Carthago was at the African coast of Mediterranean sea. Also if Alexander conquest and Japan, then Japan will became Europe ?
Rossa 4th July 2005	I need more information about Russia!!
Jeff 4th July 2005	After reading some more of these postings I must say that I am absolutely astounded at the lack of education and the ignorance of basic geographic facts. Come on folks. Russia is a country that is part of both Europe and Asia due to it's sheer size. The part of Russia that lies to the west of the Ural mountains is considered to be a part of Europe. The part of Russia east of the Ural mountains is in Asia. Also, Ukraine is contained within the European continent, on the western side of the Ural Mountains. Also, Italy, Malta, and Greece are not considered part of the Middle East. The fact that members of the population have olive skin is irrelevant (most of the people in the far east have olive skin, obviously, that is not the determining factor). Those countries are more accurately considered to be a part of the Northern Mediterranean. Turkey is, geographically speaking, considered a part of the Asian continent, but culturally speaking they have closer ties to European and North-African history.
Typsi 4th July 2005	Miram, the Greeks, Persians, and Phoenicians (ancestors of the Jews and Arabs) were the first European race. Originally Europe's boundaries stretched from Greece to India. Even though back then, Europe was not thought of at the time. The Mediterranean World came before this whole European Identity. Now, North Africans, Middle Easterners, and South Asians get excluded because of the lily-white racist countries like Germany and Britain. All coming about during their days of nationalistic pride, sprouting their imperialistic goals, and flip things around by concocting their own theories concerning Europe. So now a days I don't believe that being white is the standard to be European. The Mediterranean portion of Europe has more in common, at least for the most part, with North Africa and the Middle East in terms of what Dimitris said. White nationalists are even more silly in talking about non-European heritage existing in counties like Greece and Italy, which have never exactly been European countries in terms of their original heritage. Greeks have been living in Egypt and as far east as India since Alexander the Great built his empire.The Kalash people for instance, are non-European Greeks and even Cleopatra was. Latins (Italians) also had established colonies outside of Europe, expanding the Roman Empire.
Kezz, England 3rd July 2005	Turkey is part of Eurasia
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Miram 27th June 2005	How can someone say Greece is Southeast Europe when India has always been part of Southeast Europe? If were to ask Alexander the Great Britain would not be considered part of Europe.
Oscar 25th June 2005	Miriam wrote: "How can someone say Greeks aren't European? Hellenic was the first European Race!" So were the Phoenicians, whom were the ancient ancestors of the Arabs and Jews and so Arabs should also be considered European. Persians, Greeks, Arabs, and Latins were all the first Europeans. However in answer to your question, since white is the standard of being European, Caucasians of Mediterranean origin, despite of being the first European Race are not considered European according to white nationalists.
Flosi 21st June 2005	Iceland is a european country.
Typsi 21st June 2005	Miram, the Greeks, Phoenicians (ancestors of the Jews and Arabs) were the first European race. Even though back then Europe was not thought of back then. The Mediterranean World came before this whole European Identity. Now North Africans, Middle Easterners, and South Asians get excluded because of the lily white racist countries like Germany and Britain. All coming about during their days of nationalistic imperialistic goals to flip things around and concoct their own theorys concerning Europe. So now a days I don't believe that being white is the standard to be European. The Mediterranean portion of Europe has more in common, at least for the most part, with North Africa and the Middle East in terms of what Dimitris said. White Nationalists are even more silly in talking about non-European heritage existing in counties like Greece and Italy, which by the way are also non-European countries. They are in between because Greeks have been living in Egypt and as far east as India since Alexander the Great conquered the area. The Kalash people for instance, are non-European Greeks and even Cleopatra was.
b 20th June 2005	How can anyone say that Arabs, Persians, North Africans, and Turks aren't European? They and Greeks were the first European Race and they ain't lily white like most Europeans are now a days!
didi 17th June 2005	If 95% of Turkey is in Asia where is the rest of the country? Why is it so hard to accept that geography suggests Turkey is in both Europe and Asia?
Miram 16th June 2005	How can someone say Greeks aren't European? Hellenic was the first European Race!
Miriam 16th June 2005	Are there any countries still ruled by Kings and Queens?
igor 15th June 2005	Can you put a list of eurosceptic political parties on your web site? Do you have a list of all eurosceptic political parties at all?
 13th June 2005	This sounds more like an obstacle course than directions on how to find Europe to me.
b 13th June 2005	In response to Basil, name them
Befriend \'n Behead 13th June 2005	Isn't Malta part of North Africa?
b 13th June 2005	So, Are the Greek islands off the coast of Turkey part of Europe or Asia?
b 13th June 2005	So, Are Greece's islands off the coast of Turkey part of Europe or Asia?
b 13th June 2005	So, Are Greece's islands off the coast of Turkey part of Europe or Asia?
geographer_man 12th June 2005	The border between Europe and Asia comes along Ural mountains in Russia, then along the border between Russia and Caucas, then on the middle of Aral and Black see, then through Dardanellas and Bosfor streights and somewhere in the Aegian see, leaving most of the Turkey in Asia and Greece in Europe.
Basil 11th June 2005	1.Turkey (at least, 96% of it) is in Asia. 2.Turkey is not about to become a member of the European Union. They are about to open negotiations but because several members are unhappy (one reason being that they are not considered to be in Europe) it may well never happen.
Carl from Luxembourg 10th June 2005	Ukraine is in Europe. Russia is in both asia and Europe the Ural montains divide it. Russia is the largest contry in the world 2nd to Canada. Turkey is in Asia Most people of ancient times considered it Asia. The Romans, The Greeks, The Macedonians. The Dardanelles seperates Greece and Turkey. Proof that i have is one of Alexanders quotes to his father Phillip of MAcedon " Here is the man preparing to cross from Europe into asia, but who cannot pass for one couch to another" or was it tabel. Lots of things divide Europe and asia. The Dandanelles, Sea of Marimia, and Ural mountains. I have one question Where exactly is Europa island located i know that France owns it is it a channel island?
Dimitris 10th June 2005	Teutonic, Slavic and Celtic people don't resemble Indo people at all like Greeks, Latins, and Albanians do. I guess it must have to do with some Turkic invasion in the north.
Vicky 10th June 2005	Errr Guernsey and Jersey aren't countries- they are part of the UK. (i'm from there i know.)
pejotte 9th June 2005	Hello.. I need a information about unemployment and about share GPD in Ireland (in years 1970-2000). Would anybody help me? thx
Betka from Slovakia 7th June 2005	Hi folks! I am from Slovakia - little country in Central Europe. I think, you should know something about my country. We have only 5 million of inhabitants, but we won The world championship in ice hockey, for example!
fazıl çelebi 6th June 2005	What is this discussion about Turkey is all about? I am a Turk, blond and green eyed. Most of the Turks are mixed with different nationalities and races just like Turkey itself. We are all descendants from the Turkish Ottoman Empire. There are blond and blue eyed Turks just like Scandinavians.At least 20 million Turks descent from Balkan countries. Most of the Turks resemble South European people. But there are also Turks who look Middle Eastern, especially Persians and lighter skinned Arabs. There are even Turks who descend from Sudan ( about 2.000 people ). Turkey lies both in Europe and Asia. Turkish Ottoman Empire was in Europe for more than 6 centuries. Conclusian. Some Turks feel 100% European, some 100% Middle Eastern. Historically we have been part of Europe for the last 700 years. We are mixed and resemble Greeks, Italians, Spanish, Persians and lighter skinned Arabs. Basta
b 5th June 2005	So what if most of Turkey is considered to be in Asia Minor. Turkey is still part of Europe. "Turkey from Bulgaria to Istanbul is in Europe" so Izmir, Manisa, and Balikesir are also part of Europe since they are west of Istanbul, and are even on Asia Minor and therefore, Turkey is part of Europe. There is just no way that Turkey can be considered a part of the Middle East.
b 4th June 2005	So what if most of Turkey is considered to be in Asia Minor. Turkey is still part of Europe. "Turkey from Bulgaria to Istanbul is in Europe" so Izmir Manisa Balikesir are also part of Europe since they are west of Istanbul, and are even on Asia Minor and therefore, Turkey is part of Europe. There is just no way that Turkey can be considered a part of the Middle East.
b 4th June 2005	So what if most of Turkey is considered to be in Asia Minor. Turkey is still part of Europe. "Turkey from Bulgaria to Istanbul is in Europe" so Izmir Manisa Balikesir are also part of Europe since they are west of Istanbul, and are even on Asia Minor and therefore, Turkey is part of Europe.
b 4th June 2005	So what if most of Turkey is considered to be in Asia Minor. Turkey is still part of Europe. "Turkey from Bulgaria to Istanbul is in Europe" so Izmir Manisa Balikesir are also part of Europe since they are west of Istanbul and therefore, Turkey is part of Europe.
two scoops 3rd June 2005	Turkey from Bulgaria to Istanbul is in Europe so is Ukraine, Russia upto the Ural mountains and south to the Caucasus Mountains on the Georgian border. Most of Turkey is considered to be in Asia Minor.
mauro 2nd June 2005	oh! I doubt it (mindcryhme). I do want Turkey to join the EU (80 million cheap hard workers), but Turkeys are NOT europeans. They do not behave like europeans, they dont think like europeans.... europe is much more than a geographical situation (even spaniards and greeks act more like latins... but what can we do?? Still, they are no Turks).
b 1st June 2005	the Urals divided Europe and Asia. Therefore, Turkey is part of Europe.
Cheznie 31st May 2005	Who is the king of Scotland, is it Mel Gibson? I watched Braveheart a few years ago and thought it was fantastic with all the tartan skirts the men wear. It must be awesome to live somewhere without any electricity and fighting the English.
mindcryhme 31st May 2005	Turkey is about to be a member of the European Union. That would not be allowed if people didn't consider Turkey as a European country. Turks have been a part of Europe since the 14th century.
Canie_lover 31st May 2005	I was just being sarcastic. I know that Turkey is in Southeast Europe. And Italian, I have been to those countries and most of the people from there are not "light skin" as you suggest and definitely do not resemble Russians or Irish as far as looks go.
br> 30th May 2005	Italian, then why don't Samarinese resemble Russians or Irish? Since Middle Easterners and Mediterranean people are the same skin color, then the reason why some Greeks and Italians are olive is from historical Samarinese invasions.
ARS 28th May 2005	I'm a proud of being a member of nation which constitute from people whose ancestors are both ionians, persian, oguzs, arabs, kurds, hitits, armenians where ever our land is located. also ı m charmed of living in a land where Hittites, Phrygians, Cimmerians, Lydians, Persians, Celts, Tabals, Meshechs, Greeks, Pelasgians, Armenians, Romans, Goths, Kurds, Byzantines, Seljuk Turks and Ottomans. and finally what a shame in this century same people still classify humans by skin colours!
br> 28th May 2005	Italian, thanks for bringing that up, though it makes little of no sense for an Italian to claim that most Italians, Greeks, and Albanians don't at all resemble themselves.
Fred 27th May 2005	Germany might have the largest economy in Europe but by no means is it the best. It is struggling, there are millions unemployed and growth is extremely low. The UK, for example, in comparison, is doing very well. Britain has the lowest unemployment rate in Europe, the economy is growing and GDP per capita is still on the up. Although the economy is not as large it is still doing drastically better and is far more stable. Granted the pound makes trading difficult as it is worth too much and prices are extremely high in the UK. But the economy is stable
Max 27th May 2005	If Dylan's comment was accepted I think it is stupid. Canada is a larger country than GERMANY but GERMANY has a much higher GDP, Literacy rate, population and is simply cooler. Which country do you like better. By the way Vogel is cool because he is GERMAN.
sean 26th May 2005	Russia's population is far greater than Germans, even if you just count the European portion of Russia.
Barbara 25th May 2005	I need to find information on the Econmonic and Social History of Italy in the 19th century. Can you help please?
max (german) 25th May 2005	I agree that Europe has such a old, successful, history and it would be a shame if Europe and the Europeans would die. Europe is a wonderful continent and I am very proud of it especially my country. I think Europe should become more united.
max(german) 25th May 2005	I believe that Kazakhstan should not be on the European map because the country is very underdeveloped. Europe is a very civilized and developed continent (mostly).
max(german) 25th May 2005	I believe that Kazakhastan should not be on the European map because the country is very underdeveloped. Europe as a very civilized and developed continent (mostly).
shanti hendricks 25th May 2005	To {{BadzZ}} and FXR180, Turkey is located in Southeast Europe along all the Euromongloid people.
Typsi 24th May 2005	To {{BadzZ}}and FXR180, Turkey is located in Southeast Europe, get your directions right.
Typsi 24th May 2005	To {{BadzZ}}, Turkey is located in Southeast Europe, get your directions right.
*{{BadzZ}}* 23rd May 2005	To canie_lover, Turkey is located in the Middle East.
Mixal 23rd May 2005	Yes, Ukraine is part of Europe. Russia has a territory in Europe and Asia, borderline is Ural. The Russian part is bigger, but European part is more important because of population, economy... Turkey also has a small part in Europe - but that is really small. Geogaphically, Turkey is in Asia but it will soon be in the European Union and is more connected with Europe.
natalie 21st May 2005	I am still unclear if Ukraine is situated in Europe or not
Andre 20th May 2005	Ukraine is the biggest country in Europe (603 000 sq. km.add it to the list, please, an d you shoul go back to school and study geography an history )
Typsi 19th May 2005	I'd like to argee, but their languages are very different. Albanian is not a Hellenic language. The language of the Illyrians is the ancestor of Albanian.
Sakis 16th May 2005	Typsi, for the Illyrians we know nothing about their language because no written element has ever found. The theory about Indo-European tribe is outmoded nowadays. In my opinion, Albanians are more Greeks than other tribes.
Typsi 14th May 2005	Tom wrote: “Low birthrates, mass African-Asian immigration is causing Europe to lose its original heritage and genetics (whites). Over time there will be no more white people left. A perfect example is England. This is racial genocide happening in disguise.” Tom, I think this argument is a bit ridiculous. Shockingly enough those people are actually white too. Yes, I know there are also dark skinned people coming from those regions. Not everyone from India is brown or olive, many of their actresses are white. Caeruleus wrote: “Overall, all semitic caucasoid peoples, and all Indo-European caucasoid peoples are related to each other. It is imperative that this entire spectrum, particularly the Indo-European community be racially preserved for it is the smallest of all racial realms due to low birth-rates. Otherwise, we will simply disappear. So, multiply and be fruitful Europa!!!” Guess you guys worry about Mediterranean people too. All dark skinned people do not have Semitic roots. Seriously, there other caucasoid people besides Semitic and Indo-European.
Albanian 7th May 2005	Sakis, Typsi is right. The Illyrians are our ancestors and our language derives from them. We also have some Greek ancestry because of where we live. We share a long histroy in addition.
Ryan S 6th May 2005	Thank you Typsi.
sakis 5th May 2005	Typsi, Thracians were a Greek tribe (Orpheus belonged to this tribe). Their name means (in Greek) "those which have courage".
Typsi 5th May 2005	If you were to ask Alexander the Great, he would consider what is now the Middle East as part of Europe.
Typsi 5th May 2005	Sakis, I am Albanian and know this. Check your history books.
sakis 4th May 2005	About the question about whether Greece is Europe, I want to say that it's like asking whether Jesus Christ is regarded as a Christian.
sakis 4th May 2005	Bozkurt, I am asking what is the relation of Turkey with the European civilization and culture.
sakis 4th May 2005	Typsi, Illyrians were not ancestors of the Albanians.
Typsi 3rd May 2005	Ryan, they have 20% of the Slav gene and the remaining 80% is Illyrian and Thracian (ancient ancestors of the Albanians).
Typsi 3rd May 2005	Ryan, they have 20% of the Slav gene and the rest is Illyrian and Thracian (ancient ancestors of the Albanians)
Truly HK folks, not chinese 29th April 2005	Maybe I shouldn't step into a westerners' dispute, but I think Greece is still part of Europe. Some of you say that Asians (not HK) are invading England, Belgium and countries like Germany, and that there will be no whites after decades, please don't worry, it's not easy for Asians to go and live in Europe, but for Australia and Canada, the numbers of Asians are likely to increase, because it's really attractive for Asians refugees.
Ryan S 26th April 2005	Typsi, if Serbians have 20% Slavic genes, what is the remaining 80%?
bozkurt 26th April 2005	Turkey is one of the most important parts of Europe since 1453.
Typsi 24th April 2005	The answer to why some Serbians are dark skinned is because they have only 20% of the Slavic gene.
Where is Ukraine? 24th April 2005	Where is Ukraine?
Anders 23rd April 2005	Ukraine is the largest country in Europe!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anders 23rd April 2005	Before creating the map or website try to study geography!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ukraine is the largest country in Europe, do you know it?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ryan S 23rd April 2005	Thanks Typsi, I was just wondering where they originate from because some of my Serbian friends are dark skined and I don't see many dark Ukrainians.
� 22nd April 2005	The ancient ancestors of the Greeks, Albanians, Iberians, and Italians came from Hittites, Phrygians, Mysians, who were Indo-European peoples of whom settled on the Anatolian Peninsula. These tribes continued their migration westward into what is now Greece, Italy Iberian Peninsula and the Balkans around the Bronze Age. The Iberians entered the Iberian Peninsula from the south, pushing the native Basque peoples north after bringing them under their rule for many years, after many years of conflict. The Iberian speaking Basques (Celts) then came back reentering from the north in their own invasion of the Peninsula. The Teuntons and Slavs come from Finno-Urglic people whose language was subscribed by the Ancient Illyrians, who may have came in contact with them in the Balkans and setted off a chain reaction of subscribing and intermixing of languages.
� 22nd April 2005	Why does it matter? Ukraine was part of Russia until the Mongol invasion. Later, it became part of the Soviet Union. So yes, whichever way you look at it, it doesn't matter very much whether they came from Ukraine or Russia ... They came from the north of the Carpathian Mountains.
Typsi 21st April 2005	In answer to ARKAN, The ancient Greeks, Illyrians, Iberians, and Italian people came from the Hittites, Phrygians, and Mysians who were Indo-European peoples who settled in the Anatolian Peninsula. In ancient times some of them migrated across the Mediterranean lands. The Slavs and Teutons come from Finno-Ugric people in northern Europe whereas the Celts come from the Basque people of Iberian Peninsula who were forced up north by the invading Iberians from the south. This is how the Indo-European languages were brought to Europe.
Ryan S 21st April 2005	Why are there so many dark Serbian people,hair skin and eyes? They seem to differ from the Russians and the Ukranians.
Rebecca 21st April 2005	In answer to whoevr asked whether there are any countries in Europe that are still run by kings and queens (!!) - yes! The United Kingdom! (or England, which is completely wrong! because England is just a part of the UK). Anyway, I had a question of my own - why isn't Britain mentioned on many of the statistical lists? Is it because we are not one of the richest countries?
Ryan S 20th April 2005	So, Typsi, what would that be? Like, would they be from the Ukraine area? Or from Russia?
Typsi 20th April 2005	If Cyprus is considered a part of the Middle East, then I believe that Greece should be too and even Albania, Italy and Malta. I agree with Dimitris and Steven. The people of those countries are not what you would think of when you think of Europe because most Europeans are white and some are not "pure Mediterranean". For example, Spain and Portugal were invaded in ancient times by a non-Mediterranean people (Celts) and therefore, they are not "pure Mediterranean".
Typsi 20th April 2005	If Cyprus is considered a part of the Middle East, then I believe that Greece should be too and even Albania, Italy and Malta. I agree with Dimitris and Steven. The people of those countries are not what you would think of when you think of Europe because most Europeans are white and some are not "pure Mediterranean". For example, Spain and Portugal were invaded in ancient times by a non-Mediterranean people (Celts) and therefore, they are not "pure Mediterranean."
Typsi 20th April 2005	If Cyprus is considered a part of the Middle East, then I believe that Greece should be too and even Albania, Italy and Malta. I agree with Dimitris and Steven. The people of those countries are not what you would think of when you think of Europe because most Europeans are white and some are not "pure Mediterranean". For example, Spain and Portugal were invaded in ancient times by a non-Mediterranean people (Celts) and therefore, they are not "pure Mediterranean"
Typsi 20th April 2005	I believe if Cyprus is considered a part of the Middle East then Greece should also be and even Albania, Malta and Italy. I also argee with Dimitris and Steven. If you travel to those countries you would argee. They're definitely not what you would think of when you are thinking about Europe because most Europeans are white, Nordic or are not pure Mediterraneans.
Typsi 19th April 2005	Ryan S, the Serbian people originate from Northeast Europe like all Slavic people.
Greek Guy 18th April 2005	Turkey have more than 10 million people in European lands (which is more than most of other European countries!!) of Turkey and 50 million people in Asia. None in middle east.
Ryan S 15th April 2005	Where do Serbian people originate from? What race are they?
ARKAN 15th April 2005	Dimitris, Greece is very different from the Middle East. How can you compare Greek culture with that of the Middle East? I understand how the people are a little similar, as in their attitudes and customs...but Greece stands out as very different from the Middle East.
mari 14th April 2005	I am trying to find info on the plant life and animals of France; also, info on the country's currency.
Augustus Ferlinghetti 13th April 2005	In response to the one who said: "Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian" The Answers is: Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of an invasion. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, the originals of those countries are not Nordic and can be confused for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception; because of historical Celtic invasions the originals of those countries were light skin and because of the Moors their skin is darker.
Augustus Ferlinghetti 13th April 2005	In response to the one who said: "Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian" Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of an invasion. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, the originals of those countries are not Nordic and can be confused for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception; because of historical Celtic invasions the originals of those countries were light skin and because of the Moors their skin is darker.
Murphy 13th April 2005	Where is Greenland? I can't see it on your map there. Although I believe it's technically part of North America, it is politically in Europe, because it's owned by Denmark.
Fred 13th April 2005	I do not believe Teutonic, Slavic or Celtic people of origin are related to Indo-European.
Fred 13th April 2005	I do not believe Teutonic, Slavic or Celtic people of origin are Indo-European.
Augustus Ferlinghetti 12th April 2005	In response to the one who said: "Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian" Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where the live and not because of an invasion. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, the originals of those countries are not Nordic and can be confuse for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception; because of Celtic invasions the originals of those countries were light skin and because of the Moors their skin is darker.
Augustus Ferlinghetti 12th April 2005	In response to the one who said: "Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian" Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where the live and not because of an invasion. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, the originals of those countries are not Nordic and can be confuse for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception; because of Celtic invasions the originals of those countries were light skin and because of the Moors their skin is darker.
Steven Colosi 10th April 2005	In response to the one who said: "Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian" Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of an invasion. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.; thirdly, most originals of those countries are not Nordic and can be confused for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception because of historical Celtic invasions the originals of those countries were of light skin and because of the Moors their skin is darker. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis. - Steven Colosi
rosa 10th April 2005	do u now any information of portugal cuz i dont find anything yet?
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who said: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of invasions. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, most originals of those countries are not nordic and can be confused for North Africans and Middle Easterners. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception to this since historically their countries were invaded by Celts, creating the Celt-Iberians and their skin became darker after they mixed with the Moors. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis. - Steven Colosi
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who said: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of invasions. Some Greeks are Arabs and have been living in Egypt since around 326 B.C.. Secondly, most originals of those countries are not nordic and can be confused for North Africans and Middle Easterners. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception to this since historically their countries were invaded by Celts, creating the Celt-Iberians and their skin became darker after they mixed with the Moors. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis. - Steven Colosi
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who said: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians originals of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of invasions. Secondly, most originals of those counties are not nordic and can be confused for North Africans and Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception to this because they were historically invaded by the Celts creating the Celt-Iberians and so after Moors came to Spain and mixed with them (Portuguese and Spanish) their skin became darker. Now the Portuguese are a Homogenous Mediterranean Stock. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis. - Steven Colosi
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who wrote: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians originals of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of invasions. Secondly, most originals of those counties are not nordic and can be confused for North Africans and Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception to this because they were historically invaded by the Celts creating the Celt-Iberians and so after Moors came to Spain and mixed with them (Portuguese and Spanish) their skin became darker. Now the Portuguese are a Homogenous Mediterranean Stock. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis. - Steven Colosi
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who wrote: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians originals of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they live and not because of invasions. Secondly, most originals of those counties are not nordic and can be confused for North Africans and Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. However, Spain and Portugal are an exception to this because they were historically invaded by the Celts creating the Celt-Iberians and so after Moors came to Spain and mixed with them (Portuguese and Spanish) their skin became darker. Now the Portuguese are a Homogenous Mediterranean Stock. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis.
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who wrote: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily and besides that there was the Norman invasion which ran straight through the Italian Peninsula to Sicily and then from there to Malta and also Greece. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they have live. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs because they live in Arab countries and have since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, Most originals of those countries don't look nordic and easy can be mistaken for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin.I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethern, the Israelis and stop their vendettas. - Steven Colosi
Steven Colosi 9th April 2005	In response to the one who wrote: Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not Middle Easterners. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily and besides that there was the Norman invasion which ran straight through the Italian Peninsula to Sicily and then from there to Malta and also Greece. Therefore, their skin is olive because of where they have live. Secondly, some Greeks are Arabs because they live in Arab countries and have since around 326 B.C.. Thirdly, Most originals of those countries don't look nordic and easy can be mistaken for Middle Easterners of light or dark skin. - Latin-American
Steven Colosi 7th April 2005	I see the Middle East as an extention of southeast Europe. Greeks, Italians, Albanians, and Maltese have historical ties to those people and because none of the originals of those countries have any non-Mediterranean ancestry and therefore they could confused for people from there. Like Andrés I too am Catholic and I agree with his statement. I think way too many of "white" Europeans have prejudices toward Muslims.
Steven Colosi 7th April 2005	I see the Middle East as an extention of southeast Europe.
Typsi 7th April 2005	White nationalists often have a definition of "oliveness" that is more limited than mainstream usage. "oliveness" implies an ancestry that is solely or overwhemingly native Mediterranean, but also requires a psychological identification with the White ethne and a commitment to advance its interests. Therefore Jewish and Muslim non-protestant peoples are rarely considered "white", even if they appear to be European. Some nations on the fringes of Europe, such as Portuguese and Italians , may be considered white by extreme groups, because they live in areas that were at one time ruled by northern invaders of Europe and significant non-Mediterranean heritage may remain.
Typsi 7th April 2005	White nationalists often have a definition of "whiteness" that is more limited than mainstream usage. "Whiteness" implies an ancestry that is solely or overwhemingly native European, but also requires a psychological identification with the White ethne and a commitment to advance its interests. Therefore Jewish and Muslim non-protestant peoples are rarely considered "white", even if they appear to be European. Some nations on the fringes of Europe, such as Portuguese and Italians , may be considered white by extreme groups, because they live in areas that were at one time ruled by northern invaders of Europe and significant non-Mediterranean heritage may remain.
History Scholar... 7th April 2005	Hey Augustus, The notion of "aryans" and "where europeans came from" is an entirely laughable 19th Century Nationalist notion that ignores historical knowledge.
Metin Kadaster 4th April 2005	Dear Sir/Madam I would apreciate it if you got rid of'Frank 2005-02-05 13:58:56'; this nonsence because I posted it in the first place. There is no need to copy what I already posted.
Axel 4th April 2005	Cyprus is a member of the European Union and is historically considered in Europe. Where is Russia? The border line between Europe and Asia is the Ural mountains.
Typsi 2nd April 2005	Those who aren't Mediterranean are people who are mixed with non-Mediterranean peoples from the north such as Celts, Teutons, and Slavs.
Typsi 2nd April 2005	Those who aren't Mediterranean are people who are mixed with non-Mediterranean peoples of the north such as Celts, Teutons, and Slavs.
Blabla 2nd April 2005	Why isn't Ukraine marked as a part of Europe? What makes it less European than its neighour Belarus? Last time I checked, the "end" of Europe was at the Ural mountains in Russia.
ARKAN 29th March 2005	Where do you guys think Serbians are from?
KLaudia 27th March 2005	Please don't ask that stupid questions, like where is Ukraina!!!!!!!!!Haven't you got encyclopedia???!!!!!
Yalin Can Ates 24th March 2005	All of Turkey is Europe. We Turks are definitely more westernized than your average Middle Eastern country.
Jello fellow 23rd March 2005	Lusos and Hispanics are 2/3 Mediterranean stock and 1/3 Celt. They are white and not so white.
للغة اية الف 23rd March 2005	In response to FXR180: All of Turkey is geographically part of Europe. If what you were saying were true Greece wouldn't be consider to be geographically part of Europe.
Hugh 23rd March 2005	If Turks and Hungarians are Mongoliod they are surely not European.
€urope 22nd March 2005	Those countries are not Europe. If you include the 90% of Europeans are Christians.
¶°50¢ 22nd March 2005	In response to the Augustus who responded to Caeruleus and Tom: Greeks, Albanians, Maltese, and Italians are definitely more related to the "Aryans" than other Europeans and that doesn't make their dignity any less.
Augustus Ferlinghetti 21st March 2005	As a Latin Cypriot and resident of the Greek area I believe that Cyprus should be included in this section based on our ties to Greece. Even the Turks are European. So you should also include Turkey. They are a member of NATO and even write their language using the Latin Alphabet like western countries.
Augustus Ferlinghetti 20th March 2005	Like Latin Lover, and Antonio Mancini, I come from Italy and many of us can't be confused for Russians or Irish nor do we desire to be. Latin Lover is totally correct. The originals of those countries can be confused more for Arabs of light or dark skin then any of the above. In Italy some of us still speak Latin rather than Italian however, that number decrease. So lets keep the language alive before it actually becomes a dead langugage. - Augustus Ferlinghetti
Yalin Can Ates 16th March 2005	Dear Sir/Madam, As a citizen of Turkey I also believe that Turkey deserves to be in the Europe category of your section. Turkey is the most Westernized Muslim country in the Middle East. We use the Latin Alphabet like other Western nations.In addition, I agree with Swiss. I hope that you add Turkey here soon.
A russian person 15th March 2005	English people very often come from england!
Yalin Can Ates 14th March 2005	We Turks can be confused for Chinese or Japanese.
Latin Lover 10th March 2005	Italians are Latin, the Portuguese and Spanish are Hispanic and also both Celt Iberian and during pre-Moorish Spain, they could have been confused for Scandinavians. They also have plenty of Arabian influence in their culture. Most Italians, Greeks, Maltese, and Albanians can be confused for Arabs of light or dark skin; however, we are Mediterranean... not Middle Eastern.
Latin Lover 10th March 2005	Latin Lover 2005-03-07 17:03:14 Italians are Latin, the Portuguese and Spanish are Hispanic and also both Celt Iberian and during pre-Moorish Spain, they could have been confused for Scandinavians. They also have plenty of Arabian influence in their culture. Most Italians, Greeks, Maltese, and Albanians can be confused for Arabs of light or dark skin; however, we are Mediterranean... not Middle Eastern.
Jello fellow 10th March 2005	I agree with Latin Lover, that some people need to study history. After reading what Italian wrote and traveling to those countries myself it became apparent that he/she must be a Norman Italian and they do not make up the majority of the population.
Latin Lover 10th March 2005	Italians are Latin, the Portuguese and Spanish are Hispanic and also both Celt Iberian and during pre-Moorish Spain, they could have been confused for Scandinavians. They also have plenty of Arabian influence in their culture. Most Italians, Greeks, Maltese, and Albanians can be confused for Arabs of light or dark skin; however, we are Mediterranean... not Middle Eastern
Jamian 10th March 2005	Overall, all Hungarians and Finns are related to Mongoloid people.
Jamian 10th March 2005	Overall, all Hungarians and Finns are related to Mongolian people.
Augustus 7th March 2005	In response to Caeruleus and Tom, the original Indo-Europeans were non-white and could be confused for Greeks, Albanians, Maltese, or Italians.
wanda 5th March 2005	Corsica deservies independence just as much as the islands of Cyprus and Malta. Just as De Gaulle proclaimed "Quebec libre," Corsicans proclaim "Corse libre."
Latin Lover 4th March 2005	Arabs never invaded Italy or Greece...they invaded Sicily and besides that there was the Norman invasion which ran straight through the Italian Peninsula to Sicily and then from there to Malta and Greece in addition.
Dontrel -N- Hope 3rd March 2005	Is vatican city great place to raise your kids
Steven Colosi 2nd March 2005	1st of all culturally speaking Greece, Albania, Malta, and Italy are Mediterranean. Geographically speaking they are European. Nice forum by the way.
cc 2nd March 2005	To Zach-the other countries that were part of the Warsaw Pact besides the Soviet Union included Albania (but it withdrew), Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Poland and East Germany (I found this info in the Encyclopedia portion of this website.)
cc 2nd March 2005	I believe that Russia is geographically located in both Europe and Asia because the Ural mountains divide the two continents, but most of the land is in Asia. However, Russia is more European in cultural terms. And I don't understand why Ukraine would be considered a part of Asia. Valentyna is right, Ukraine should be added to the list of European nations. Check on most continental maps and you will see that Ukraine is on the European part. They, too, are more European than Asian, culturally. I think the same goes for Turkey too. I like Mr. Lang's statement about Kiev, Ukraine, I agree that the people there are gracious (I met some native Ukrainians last summer through work) and Kiev looks like a beautiful city-from what I've heard it has a lot of history behind it. I may have plans to visit Ukraine and perhaps Russia in the near future and if anyone knows where I can find info on Ukraine/Russia on the Web could you please post it somewhere on this forum? Thanks!
Kelly 1st March 2005	If the Alps are the border between Europe and the Middle East, then Greeks, Albanians, Italians, and Maltese are definitely Mediterranean...not European.
Latin Lover 1st March 2005	Some people need to study history. Arabs never invaded Italy...they invaded Sicily and besides that there was the Norman invasion which ran straight through the Italian Peninsula to Sicily and then from there to Malta.
Latin Lover 28th February 2005	Most of us Italians, Maltese, Greeks, and Albanians can be confused with Jews, Arabs and Turks. However, we are Mediterranean, not Middle Eastern. Some of you need to study history and culture and then travel here.
Latin Lover 28th February 2005	We Italians are not dark skin because of Arab invasions. This is also true with Greeks. 1st of all, historically Arabs only invaded Sicily. However, there was also the Norman invasions happening later at the time. 2nd of all, not all Arabs have dark skin if you travel to the Middle East and the Arab World you'll see some who can be confused with Irish or other Europeans. You western Europeans are so absurd. It is not like immigrants take up the majority of the population of England or anything.
Augustus 27th February 2005	The Mediterranean countries in Europe had to deal with you white people as barbaric invaders. I have to we are lucky to be non-whites.
Steven Colosi 27th February 2005	During pre-Moorish Spain, Spaniards and Portuguese could have been confused with Scandinavians. So of course they are not so Mediterranean and their food and culture has plenty of Arabian influence.
Jesus Augustus 25th February 2005	We Italians, Maltese, Greeks and Albanians are Mediterraneans in people and culture. However the Spanish and Portuguese aren't so Mediterranean in people and culture. First of all they both come from the Celts and their have lots of Arabian influence in their culture.
Jesus Augustus 25th February 2005	We Italians, Maltese, Greeks and Albanians are Mediterranean Europeans in people and culure. However the Spanish and Portuguese aren't so Mediterranean in people and culture. First of all they both come from the Celts and their have lots of Arabian influence in their culture.
What countries were included in the Cent 24th February 2005	im doing a research report for school bout Central Europe... i need to confirm which of the countries are include in Central Europe? and what is the special tourist attraction ther? physical features, population, transport .. the most important thing places of tourist interest... what is the languanges they r using ? would mind to teach me how to say : i love u or i miss u or How R u in their language? rili appreaciate for the helps!!!
cz 23rd February 2005	as for the section 'Encyclopedia: Czech language' I can't see how you can say that the region is eastern Europe. everybody knows that it is Central Europe and nothing else!
Ibrahim Abd al-Rahman 23rd February 2005	Izzat Ibrahim Al Duri is an Arab? Excuse me. I doubt an Arab invasion is why some Italians and Greeks are olive. Some of us Arabs also can be confused for Russians or Irish. We don't call Africans black only if they are deep black. Italians (Latins), Greeks, Maltese, and Albanians are not too different from us except for culture, language and main religion (except for Albania). Some of you people need to learn that Turkey is a part of Europe and the Middle East. As the Ottoman Empire they adapted plenty of elements of the culture from the region of Europe they conquered. In addition they have territory in Europe.
Typsi 23rd February 2005	Spaniards and Portuguese are not so Mediterranean because of their Celtic ancestry. Portuguese are a homogeneous Mediterranean stock because of the Moors and the Spanish however, aren't all of mixed blood and therefore some look Nordic.
2005-02-08 17:55:52 22nd February 2005	I am an Italian-American and I just like to say Greece and Turkey are so close together that Greece almost looks a part of the Middle East some what. Just like Italians not all Arabs are dark skinned therefore, I don't see how Arab invasions had anything to do with changing skin complexion. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with their brethren, the Israelis.
Arabian 21st February 2005	Turkey, Iran, Cyprus and Saudi Arabia are not European...1st of all most Arabs and most Persians original of those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Middle Easterners...not Europeans. Some Arabs and Persian people are olive because of the historical Latin and Greek invasions, that's why some Arabs and some Persians are dark skin. Go Israel! peace and love by Arabian
whatever 20th February 2005	Russia is a part of Europe, the Ural mountains are the barrier of Europe and Asia and Ukraine is really a part of Europe!!! And the highest point in Europe is not the mont.Blanc in the Alps, it is the Elbrus in the Caucasus in Russia and is 5642 meters high!!!!!!!!
Kelly 20th February 2005	Turks are definitely European. however, if they joined the E.U. I believe the rest of the Middle Eastern countries will follow. The border of Europe and Asia should be the Himalayas.
WWA (Wops With Attitude) 19th February 2005	A lot of Arabs look like Europeans as do Latins and some Greeks and most European Hispanics. Some Spaniards and Portuguese have Moorish ancestry but not all.
Steven Colosi 12th February 2005	I have some input on the error I made. Romanians don't fit the category...1st They are Eastern Europeans, not Mediterranean Europeans and their culture shows that and 2nd they all have light skin because of the location of their country in addition to their ancestry.
Caeruleus 11th February 2005	Overall, all Semitic Caucasoid peoples, and all Indo-European caucosoid peoples are related to each other. It is imperative that this entire spectrum, particularly the Indo-European community be racially preserved for it is the smallest of all racial realms due to low birth-rates. Otherwise, we will simply disappear. So, multiply and be fruitful Europa!!!
Typsi 10th February 2005	Hispanics are Leprechauno, not Latino
Drake 10th February 2005	Italian,...1st of all during the time of Jesus, Jews and Arabs were white. 2nd of all the Latins occupied that region from until 324 A.D. under the Roman Empire. After the collapse of the Roman Empire they all of sudden became not so white. So of course North Africans and Middle Easterns are Europeans except Turks because of their Mongolian origin.
Joe 10th February 2005	Turkey is not a part of the Middle East or Europe, it's a part of Asia.
Saddam Abd al-Rahman 8th February 2005	I am an Arab and would also object to the Arab invasion theory although most of us Arabs are dark skin like your Mediterraneans.
Antonio Mancini 8th February 2005	Some Italians and Greek people are white because of the historical Norman invasions, that's why some italians and some greeks are light skin. Go Middle East peace and love by Antonio Mancini
Yalin Kumar 8th February 2005	As a citizen of Kazakhstan I believe that Kazakhstan deserves to be in the Europe category of your section. At least it should be mentioned that Kazakhstan has some land on the European continent and Russia is not a continent.
Steven Colosi 8th February 2005	I am an Italian-American and I just like to say Greece and Turkey are so close together that Greece almost looks a part of the Middle East some what. Just like Italians not all Arabs are dark skinned therefore, I don't see how Arab invasions had anything to do with changing skin complexion. I also pray that the Palestinians will get along with there brethern, the Israelis.
stephanie 7th February 2005	Turkey should not enter in the European union!!! In ten years Europe will be a Muslim continent.
Swiss 5th February 2005	Turks never lost their lands in Europe since they got them from the Byzantines. They're part every European alliances except the union. And they have more than 13 million people living in Europe which is more than the whole population of most of the European countries. I think they are European.
Frank 5th February 2005	I believe that Turkey should be in the Europe category of your section. At least it should be mentioned that Turkey has some land on the European continent which also includes the 12 million inhabitants of Istanbul with other big cities scattered on this piece of land.
Max 4th February 2005	Is Europe a former republic of the Soviet Union?
Paul 1st February 2005	Yes, Iceland is also a part of Europe, historically, economically and through memebership in several key agreements open only to European states, from Schengen to the Council o Europe. Russia is a member of the council of Europe as well.
Vogel 1st February 2005	I just want to say that Russia has historically been associated with Europe. It is a European state fully in Europe, although its Asian possession (Siberia) are in fact in Asia. It would be historically correct to list Russia in Europe and not in Asia. I believe you must be in the United States, known for virulent Russophobia, because I cannot myself see any publisher here in Germany or France making a "mistake" like that. This is simply mind-boggling. Paul Vogel
Italian 31st January 2005	Greece, Albania, Malta and Italy are not Middle Eastern...1st of all most Italians and most Albanians original od those countries are light skin (can be confused for Russians or Irish). 2nd of all we are Mediterraneans...not middle easterns. Some Italians and Greek people are olive because of the historical Arab invasions, that's why some Italians and some Greeks are dark skin. Go Palestine! peace and love by Italian
FXR180 29th January 2005	Some ppl need to learn geography, Greece, Albania, Malta, Italy are european countries, Turkey isn't, however there is a part of it called European Turkey. The same goes for Russia, they also have a part called european Russia. If that part of Turkey should be shown as european, then the part of Russia should also. Ukraine is however not part of Europe. As for the countries "run" by queens and/or kings I know that Denmark, Sweden, Norway, UK, Netherlands, Spain are some of them but Greece is not. They had a king but was sent on exodus in the year 1974 if I remember correct, so that is false information.
Metin Kadaster 29th January 2005	Yes, Europe is a part of the Middle East and no Turkey is not a part of Mongolia.
europe 28th January 2005	Turkey is not Europe country,if Turkey will be part of Europe,in the future 50% of Europeans will be Muslims.
Ronnel hubilla 28th January 2005	were i could find the structure of officials and their designation of the government of united kingdom pls response immediately
Lindsay 25th January 2005	I would like to look at regional statistics, like agriculture, population, religion, etc, instead of having to add up individual countries!
anom 25th January 2005	Please help! I need to find out the 10 new countries added to Europe. Please could someone tell me?
Dennis Lang 24th January 2005	I believe that Greece, Albania, Malta, and Italy are a part of the Middle East.
Jamie 22nd January 2005	Does anyone know where I can get updated stats on the age distribution in all of Europe?
ANIL KUMAR 21st January 2005	Question Which city of Europe is not situated on the banks of a river ? Please reply
Dennis Lang 14th January 2005	If you want to visit a wonderfully beautiful city with a gracious populus, excellent roads and great food. Go to Kiev, Ukraine. It's an exciting city that's alive with young bright highly educated people.
Johnathon 13th January 2005	Why is it that the African populations aren't included in the ethnic groups of the UK, Germany, Ireland, Spain, France, Holland and Belgium? There are more Africans than other ethnic groups in the countries listed yet they're not mentioned at all. Why is that?
INP 9th January 2005	Turkey is part Europe and part Asia
Island 4th January 2005	NationMaster should include Iceland in the European section! Citizen of Iceland,
Gamer man 2nd January 2005	brezzie/dane: If i recall correctly, England is not truly even "run" by a monarch, and does not have any real power within the current constitution, and the signing of laws is mearly a symbolic one, i may be wrong however, and i have no idea for any of the other nations. Will: Ukraine is Europe, almost purely if i recall correctly Else: I agree, turkey and Russia need to be included with Europe in addition to the inclusion with middle east and Asia respectively
Will 28th December 2004	Where is Ukraine? Europe or Asia?
Kristian 15th December 2004	I'm trying to find a graph of Argentina and don't know what to look for.
dane 7th December 2004	brezzie: Yes, most certainly... Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Spain, England, Greece, Romania, and more... are still "run" by kings and queens... But "run" is only as a respect for old traditions, because in all these countries there are democratically elected parliaments and governments... But the king/queen still signs the laws and greet official visitors fx. presidents from other countries, etc...
vladimir 5th December 2004	this site should offer more stats for not just one year but a broader range of years, if they do have, i cant find it
Allan 2nd December 2004	More info on the continent itself would be benefitial.
Rouslan Nickolayev 1st December 2004	It's nice, guys, that you do not consider Ukraine the European state Congratulations!!!
Brazuka 23rd November 2004	How do i locate the small county islands on the european map??? You should add that...
breezzie 20th November 2004	Are there any countries in Europe still run by kings and queens?
haha 18th November 2004	should add european union to country list
Canie_lover 18th November 2004	Hey does anybody know where Turkey is located? I need facts on it and it's due tomorrow for school. This stinks...
17th November 2004	this site is good, got good info. but get more info for spain
hey watup homie 15th November 2004	i c that this is a very interestin site get morw info dude its awesome !!! zibit z to the x
Metin Kadaster 8th November 2004	Dear Sir/Madam, As a citizen of Turkey I believe that Turkey deserves to in the Europe category of your section. Atleast it should be mentioned that Turkey has some land on the European continent which also includes the 12 million inhabitants of Istanbul with other big cities scattered on this piece of land. I hope that you add Turkey here soon. Best Regards, Metin Kadaster metink@hotmail.com

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