These places can be utterly confusing Name is the first piece of information about a person, place or thing that makes up their identity. Where namesakes are very common in the case of people, having the same name for two different places is very rare and unusual because every name serves a purpose. The name is of utmost importance in identifying a place and thus, having a similar name with other places may confuse people. But as this world is full of unpredictabilities, you will be surprised to know that many places share a common name in the world. Here are some of the most popular examples: Paris We can’t imagine any other Paris than France’s capital, but if we look around a bit further we will find that there is another Paris in one of the famous states of the USA, Texas. Apart from a small replica of the Eiffel Tower that too with a cowboy hat, there is nothing similar in these two places. Sydney Thinking about Sydney one can only imagine the beautiful, grand Opera house in Australia, but you will be surprised to know that there is this place in Nova Scotia, Canada which is also known as Sydney. Sydney of Canada is a laid-back city majorly popular for its coal mines and port. Memphis Memphis is one of the most renowned historical places in the world which consists of the architectural marvel, the Pyramids. This Memphis is the former capital of Ancient Egypt near Cairo. Where on the other hand another Memphis is situated in the heart of Tennessee, USA and is popular for its parties and nightlife. Athens Athens in Greece is known for its beauty, ancient landmarks, culture and social life and is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world. And the second one is a small town in Ohio, USA and is home to the famous Ohio University. Antigua Antigua the island is a Caribbean nation named so by Cristopher Columbus, meaning ‘ancient’ in Spanish and is enclosed by the pristine water. Whereas the Antigua in Guatemala consists of Spanish Architecture and remains surrounded by volcanoes. Saint Petersburg The image of Saint Petersburg that comes to people’s minds while hearing this name is a place in Russia. Saint Petersburg in Russia is one of the most beautiful cities in the world which have some of the finest architecture, art and glorious treasures of antiquity. While on the other hand, its namesake in Florida is all about entertainment, great cafes and bars.
