Provides guide to history, politics and economic background of numerous countries. Also includes audio and video clips from the BBC archives.
http://news.bbc.co.uk - Read more

Statistical tables and maps for the principal cities and agglomerations of the world.
http://www.citypopulation.de - Read more

Search for information on economic, political and environmental issues in countries throughout the world. Eldis makes a qualitative selection of materials and structures it for easy access.
http://www.eldis.org - Read more

Links to news, business, and travel information, for western hemisphere countries.
http://globaltower.com - Read more

Basic environmental and geographic information on the significant islands of the world.
http://islands.unep.ch - Read more

A world-wide directory of municipal, town and city web sites, and a resource for elected and municipal officials. Includes chat and a forum. Tenders, policies, bylaws and job postings can be listed here.
http://www.munisource.org - Read more

Includes photos, maps, videos, flags and facts, all indexed by continent and country.
http://www.nationalgeographic.com - Read more

Comprehensive portal to sites in various countries throughout the world.
http://www.nationsonline.org - Read more

Directory of countries with flags, basic information and links to country directories and government sites.
http://www.webteka.com - Read more

Key facts, indicators, country profiles, news, weather, currencies and comments on every country and territory.
http://www.worldinformation.com - Read more