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Introduction
Foreword
Since ancient times, people have been fascinated by the idea of the Seven Wonders of the World. Today, although most of the ancient wonders have been claimed by time, the tradition of celebrating humanity's greatest creations continues.
The purpose of this website, KAUFMANN WORLD FACTBOOK – A Guide to Global Travel, is to gather essential and useful information about every country in the world in one place. For each country, you will find:
- Basic Facts (area, population, capital city, currency, language)
- Practical Information (visa policy, safety, best time to visit)
- Cultural Context (religion, customs, etiquette, holidays)
- Highlights and Travel Tips
- Recommended Itineraries
The world is a book — and those who do not travel read only one page. Let us turn the page together.
Safe travels!
— Radim Kaufmann, 2025
Quick Facts
- Planet Earth: 510.1 million km²
- Countries: 194 sovereign nations
- Territories: 47 dependent territories
- Total Destinations: 241 covered
- World Population: ~8.1 billion
- UNESCO Sites: 1,199 total
About Me
My name is Radim Kaufmann, a passionate traveler with over forty years of experience exploring the world. I've been fortunate enough to visit more than 46 countries across all continents.
My personal favorites? Thailand for perfect sensory overload. Cuba before it changes too much. Israel for history older than Europe. New Zealand for those moments when Earth decides to show off.
I studied Art History and as the founder of the Kaufmann World Travel Factbook, I combine my love for travel with technology — this site covers 241 destinations including practical information, cultural context, and travel tips for every country on Earth.
When not traveling, I work on AI projects and live between Prague and Miami.
Safe travels!
Thank you for visiting.
Best regards,
Radim Kaufmann
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