When All Else Fails.... Trivia Quiz

The Sikh religion was founded in the Punjab region of India in the 15th century. For a relatively new religion, it has a large following with an estimated 25-30 million Sikhs across the world. It was founded by Guru Nanak, who is regarded as the first Guru of the religion.

The Sikh place of worship is called a gurudwara. The picture shows the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India, one of the holiest places of worship for the Sikhs. It is open to people of all faiths.

The Muslim place of worship is called a mosque or a masjid. In Arabic, the names translate to "a place of prostration" to God. Usually the mosque has a tower called a minaret either attached to it or within the courtyard. The muezzin climbs the minaret to give the call to prayer. The three most important mosques for Muslims are the Great Mosque of Mecca, where the annual pilgrimage of hajj is held; the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, where the prophet Muhammad was buried, and Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem, where Muhammad is believed to have ascended to heaven. The first two are in Saudi Arabia and the third one is located in Israel/Palestine.

The picture shows the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, more famous by its nickname the "Blue Mosque". It is a popular tourist attraction due to its intricate mosaics, stunning architecture, and historical significance.

The Shinto religion is native to Japan. Followers believe that the kami or divine spirits inhabit all living beings and even some spiritually important places. There is no single head or leader appointed for the religion. The Shinto place of worship is called a shrine and it is home to one or more of the kami.

The photo depicts the torii, a traditional Japanese gate found at the entrance to a Shinto shrine. The torii symbolizes the transition from the ordinary world to a holy space.

The Eastern Orthodox Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church is the second largest Christian denomination, after the Roman Catholic Church. It is the main religion of Russia, Ukraine and many other Eastern European countries. The photo shows the Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, more popularly known as Saint Basil's Cathedral.

It is located in the Red Square in Moscow, Russia and is often regarded as a symbol of Russia. The church is more particularly associated with the Russian Orthodox Church. During the time of the Soviet Union, the church was converted into a museum.

After the Soviet Union was dissolved in 1991, weekly Orthodox Church services were restored in 1997.

The Roman Catholic Church is the largest denomination within Christianity. The Pope is the religious head of this institution, serving in the capacity as successor to Saint Peter, who the Church considers to be the first pope. Roman Catholics are expected to visit the church and attend mass on Sundays and other Holy Days. The photo is of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica located in Paris, France.

Buddhist temples are known by different names in different regions. For instance, in Sri Lanka, they are called Viharaya or Pansala while in India they are known as Chaitya and in Thailand they are called Wat. Worshipping at the temple, individually or collectively, is not an essential part of the religion, though most adherents do visit, pray, and make offerings regularly.

In the picture is Wat Phra That Choeng Chum, a Buddhist temple in the Sakon Nakhon province of Thailand. The temple also houses Phra That Choeng Chum stupa built to cover the footprints of four different buddhas. It is considered a major religious site of the region and also features on the Thai 10-satang coin.

Hindu temples vary widely in architecture and design. This is due to the diversity within the faith. the Hindu religion has a pantheon of over 300 gods and the temples reflect imagery based on the deity they are dedicated to.

The temple in the photo is typical of the architecture seen in Hindu temples in south India, particularly the state of Tamil Nadu. These temples tend to be colourful with narrow, tapering tops adorned with different idols. The photo is of the Sri Mariamman temple in Singapore, reflecting the substantial Tamil population of the island country.

The Baháʼí Faith is a relatively new religion having been founded only in the 19th century. Founded by Baháʼu'lláh, it regards all religions of the world as one with the major prophets of these as Manifestations of God. The Baháʼí place of worship is called Mashriqu'l-Adhkár which is an Arabic term meaning 'Dawning-place of the remembrance of God'.

It can also be simply referred to as a House of Worship or Temple. The Baháʼí temple welcomes people of all faiths and is created as a space for prayer, self-reflection and worship.

The photo shows the Lotus Temple, a Baháʼí temple located in Delhi, India.

A Jewish house of worship is called a synagogue. It generally has a sanctuary for prayer and religious gatherings along with smaller rooms that may be used for studies, teaching and administrative purposes. Jews attend services at the synagogue on the Shabbat and other Holy Days.

In the picture is the Great Synagogue of Plzeň, Czech Republic. Built in the 19th century, it is the second largest synagogue in Europe.

Zoroastrianism is considered one of the oldest religions of the world. Originating in Persia, it was the state religion of the Persian Empire, until the region was conquered by the Muslims. To escape from religious persecution and forcible conversions, the Zoroastrians then dispersed with many of them seeking refuge in India.

Zoroastrians worship the Holy Fire and their place of worship is called a fire temple. Non-Zoroastrians are not permitted to enter a fire temple. The photo is of the fire temple in the Yazd Province of Iran. This temple houses the Atash Bahram (or Victorious Fire), the highest grade of fire. There are only nine such in the world with the other eight being located in India.