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Quiz about Landmarks From Around the World
Quiz about Landmarks From Around the World

Landmarks From Around the World Quiz

Here is a quiz on landmarks located in various cities or countries worldwide. You will either be asked to name the landmark described or the city/country where it is located. Enjoy!

A multiple-choice quiz by ncterp. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
ncterp
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
411,878
Updated
Feb 23 23
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
399
Last 3 plays: DCW2 (10/10), Guest 136 (9/10), Guest 86 (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. This landmark is the most recognizable building in the capital of its country. It sits majestically along the east bank of the Danube. Its official name is "Orszaghaz". What is this building that houses 691 rooms? Hint


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Question 2 of 10
2. This stunning church dominates this capital city's skyline. Its columns are made of basalt and inside is a pipe organ with 5275 pipes. Where is this modern Scandinavian Lutheran Church? Hint


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Question 3 of 10
3. This must-see landmark is considered the largest Buddhist site in the world. It is located near the city of Yogyakerta, central Java, Indonesia. Built between the 8th and 9th centuries the temple sits on a plateau between two volcanoes. What is this landmark's name? Hint


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Question 4 of 10
4. This Roman amphitheatre is the third-largest and one of the best-preserved Roman structures in the world. It could seat 35,000 spectators. What is the name of this landmark that is one of the biggest attractions in Tunisia? Hint


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Question 5 of 10
5. A Neo-Byzantine-Romanesque basilica is one of the most prominent landmarks of its capital city. It is dedicated to "the heart of Jesus". What is the name of this Roman Catholic Church? Hint


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Question 6 of 10
6. Outside of Izmir lies one of Turkey's most important landmarks. A Greek Temple, four times bigger than the Parthenon, that was regarded as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Little remains of it today, only foundations and one column. What is the name of this once great temple? Hint


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Question 7 of 10
7. Wat Xieng Thong is one of this country's largest temples. It was built in the 6th century by King Setthathirath to commemorate the legendary King Chanthaphanith. Where is this site that was the place of coronation for kings? Hint


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Question 8 of 10
8. This city is on the shore of Lake Titicaca the world's highest navigable lake. To many it is this country's landmark city, but not its capital. Where is this city on a shore of this landlocked country? Hint


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Question 9 of 10
9. One of the most recognizable landmarks in the world is on Miyajima Island. It was built in the 6th century as a Shinto Temple. What is this shrine that you can only walk to at low tide? Hint


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Question 10 of 10
10. It is the home to Santa Claus, the midnight sun, the northern lights and polar nights. All of these are landmarks of this magical region that lies mostly within the artic circle. Name this place that encompasses four countries? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This landmark is the most recognizable building in the capital of its country. It sits majestically along the east bank of the Danube. Its official name is "Orszaghaz". What is this building that houses 691 rooms?

Answer: Hungarian Parliament Building

 The Hungarian Parliament Building is located on the Pest side of Budapest. It took 1,000 workers 17 years to build the Parliament (1885-1902). The inside contains intricate ceiling designs accented with 88 pounds (40 kilos) of gold. "Orszaghaz" means "House of the Nation".
2. This stunning church dominates this capital city's skyline. Its columns are made of basalt and inside is a pipe organ with 5275 pipes. Where is this modern Scandinavian Lutheran Church?

Answer: Reykjavik, Iceland

 The name of the church is Hallgrimskirkja. It is built on a hill and is 242 feet (74 meters) high. You can take a lift to the top to see views of Reykjavik and Snaefellsjokull volcano.
3. This must-see landmark is considered the largest Buddhist site in the world. It is located near the city of Yogyakerta, central Java, Indonesia. Built between the 8th and 9th centuries the temple sits on a plateau between two volcanoes. What is this landmark's name?

Answer: Borobudur

 Borobudur was built in three tiers: a pyramidal base with five concentric square terraces, the trunk of a cone with three circular platforms and, at the top, a monumental stupa. Around the circular platforms are 72 openwork stupas, each containing a statue of the Buddha. A stupa is a kind of shrine.
4. This Roman amphitheatre is the third-largest and one of the best-preserved Roman structures in the world. It could seat 35,000 spectators. What is the name of this landmark that is one of the biggest attractions in Tunisia?

Answer: El Jem Amphitheatre

 El Jem Amphitheatre was built around 238 AD. It was built from the ground up, as opposed to being sunk into the ground like many other amphitheatres. The word amphitheatre derives from Greek the word "amphitheatrum" which means "on both sides".
5. A Neo-Byzantine-Romanesque basilica is one of the most prominent landmarks of its capital city. It is dedicated to "the heart of Jesus". What is the name of this Roman Catholic Church?

Answer: The Basilica of Sacre Coeur de Montmarte

 Sacre Coeur, as it is better known, sits atop a hill with awesome views of Paris. The belltower houses "the Savoyarde", a 19-ton bell. The Dome is the second highest point in Paris, behind the Eiffel Tower.
6. Outside of Izmir lies one of Turkey's most important landmarks. A Greek Temple, four times bigger than the Parthenon, that was regarded as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Little remains of it today, only foundations and one column. What is the name of this once great temple?

Answer: The Temple of Artemis

 Artemis was the goddess of chastity, hunting, wild animals, forests, childbirth and fertility. The Temple is located at the site of the ancient colony of Ephesus. Ephesus was an important trading center. It is said that the Virgin Mary and Saint John once visited Ephesus.
7. Wat Xieng Thong is one of this country's largest temples. It was built in the 6th century by King Setthathirath to commemorate the legendary King Chanthaphanith. Where is this site that was the place of coronation for kings?

Answer: Laos

 Located near Luang Prabang, Laos, near the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, Wat Xieng Thong is also known as the "Monastery of the Golden City". The architecture includes elaborate mosaic patterns, wall carvings, and rare Buddhist deities.
8. This city is on the shore of Lake Titicaca the world's highest navigable lake. To many it is this country's landmark city, but not its capital. Where is this city on a shore of this landlocked country?

Answer: Copacabana, Bolivia

 In 1978, Barry Manilow made Copacabana famous, of course he was singing about the nightclub in New York City, not the town in Bolivia. Bolivia and Paraguay are South America's only two landlocked countries.
9. One of the most recognizable landmarks in the world is on Miyajima Island. It was built in the 6th century as a Shinto Temple. What is this shrine that you can only walk to at low tide?

Answer: Itsukushima Shrine

 Miyajima is located just off the coast of Hiroshima, Japan. The shrine was dedicated to the Goddess Susanoo-no-mikoto and his sister Amaterasu Omikami. Since ancient times, these deities have been worshipped to insure the well-being of the imperial family, guard the nation and protect seafarers. The Isukushima Shrine contains the equally famous Torii Gate.
10. It is the home to Santa Claus, the midnight sun, the northern lights and polar nights. All of these are landmarks of this magical region that lies mostly within the artic circle. Name this place that encompasses four countries?

Answer: Lapland

 Lapland is known to be borderless. People commute between countries. A child could live in one country and go to school in another country. The majority of the region lies within the borders of Finland. There are about two people per square mile.
Source: Author ncterp

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