Capital City Match Up Trivia Quiz

Answer: Hanoi

Whilst not the largest city in Vietnam, Hanoi is the capital, located in north Vietnam. Hanoi was the capital under French colonisation, and was occupied by Japanese forces during WW2; after that it was proclaimed the capital of North Vietnam by Ho Chi Minh. After the end of the Vietnam War in 1976 and the unification of north and south, Hanoi became the official capital of Vietnam.

Answer: Vientiane

Vientiane is located on the Mekong River and is the largest city in Laos. Founded in the 16th century, though razed to the ground in early 19th century by the Siamese, it gained a rebirth in the late 19th century when it became a French protectorate.

The French rebuilt most of Vientiane and ruled there until the Japanese occupation in WW2. After WW2 the French regained control until finally, Laos got its independence in 1954.

Answer: Taipei

The capital of Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China, is Taipei. Taipei is considered a global city known for its economic power and high-tech industries, complete with educational and cultural centres. More than one third of the population of Taiwan resides in Taipei.

Answer: Kathmandu

Kathmandu is located at the foothills of the Himalayan hills and a favourite starting point of explorers and climbers of Mount Everest. Kathmandu is a pivotal point of Nepal's history and culture, as well as the economic and political seat. The people are mainly Hindu or Buddhist and Kathmandu has abundant temples and buildings dedicated to their deities.

Answer: Jakarta

Jakarta is the centre of economics, culture and politics in Indonesia. Jakarta is the largest city in Indonesia, located on the most populous island, Java. Under Dutch rule (1619-1949) Jakarta was known as Batavia. Jakarta is an over-populated city because of undergoing rapid growth, both economically and population wise.

A visit to Jakarta will amaze you with the gridlock traffic, and congestion caused by the huge mass of people frequenting all areas of the city. The degree of living between the rich and affluent to the poorest of the poor, is for some hard to witness.

Answer: Kuala Lumpur

Petronas Twin Towers was built in 1998, was the tallest building in the world until 2004, is still the tallest two-towered building, which in some ways put Kuala Lumpur on the world map. Kuala Lumpur is the largest city in Malaysia and is one of the fastest growing cities in south east Asia. Kuala Lumpur is enjoying being listed as one of the top ten cities of the world for tourism, liveability, economic stability, safety and a sustainable place for retirement.

Answer: Tokyo

Tokyo is a vibrant, light filled (both day and night), busy, fast-paced, and diverse city. It is the largest populated city in the world. Tokyo combines the cultural history of Japan, such as the seat of the Emperor of Japan, with the modern government and parliament of Japan. The city seems to effortlessly join ancient Japanese homes, buildings, temples and gardens with skyscrapers, high technology, bright neon lighting, and shopping extravaganzas.

Answer: Seoul

Seoul's history is recorded for more than 2,000 years. Seoul is situated on the Han River and consists of a large modern city complete with high rise towers, subways, shopping centres contrasting the districts mixed with Buddhist temples, palaces and street markets. Food in South Korea all revolves around kimchi, a fermented cabbage dish, thus any visit to Seoul would not be complete without tasting this delicacy.

Answer: Manila

The capital of the Philippines, Manila, is a bayside city located on Luzon Island. The Philippines was a Spanish colony for over three hundred years and not surprisingly throughout Manila Spanish architecture abounds scattered amongst the modern skyscrapers. The Philippines people are mainly Roman Catholic, a by-product of Spanish rule, whereas in South East Asia most other countries believe in Hinduism or Buddhism.

Answer: Thimphu

Bhutan, known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is a Buddhist kingdom in the Himalayas. The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu. Bhutan is known for its Buddhist monasteries and forts built throughout its varied landscape of plains and mountainous terrain. The isolation of Thimphu has attracted tourists wanting to experience the lifestyle and culture of an unspoilt society that survives without modern technology.