Where's Waldo?: Name That Location Quiz

Answer: Mexico

Estela de Luz means "trail of light" in English. It was built to celebrate the 200-year anniversary of Mexican independence from Spain. Construction on the Estela de Luz began in 2009 and was completed in late 2011. It stands at over 300 feet tall. Mexico is known for its many beaches, with places like Cancun and Acapulco getting thousands of tourists each day.

Answer: Scotland

The National Wallace Monument was built to honor famous war hero William Wallace. It was completed in the 1860s. William Wallace was a 13th century warrior leader and was the subject of the 1995 film "Braveheart", starring Mel Gibson as William Wallace.

He and Andrew Moray led the Scots against the forces of Edward Longshanks (or Edward I) of England at the Battle of Stirling Bridge. The Scots army defeated an English force four or five times their size at the battle.

Answer: Germany

"Porta Nigra" is Latin for "black gate". The gate dates back to about 180 AD, when the Romans built great public buildings in their territories. The Porta Nigra is located in the German city of Trier. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.

Answer: India

The Taj Mahal is located in Agra and was built with white marble. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to honor the memory of his wife. Construction began on the Taj Mahal in 1631 and it took 17 years to complete. The Taj Mahal was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

The Lotus Temple is located in New Delhi and is named because it is shaped like a lotus flower. It was completed in 1986.

Answer: Washington

The Space Needle is located in Seattle and was built for the 1962 World's Fair. It stands at over 600 feet high and is built to withstand very powerful earthquakes as well as winds of about 200 miles per hour. In the Space Needle, you can have drinks at the Loupe Lounge, a rotating bar that is about 500 feet above the ground.

Answer: New York

The National Baseball Hall of Fame is located in Cooperstown. Over 250 people are honored in the Hall of Fame for their contributions to the game of baseball. Some of the first people inducted into the Hall of Fame included Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, and Honus Wagner, all inducted in 1936.

Answer: Canada

The CN Tower is located in Toronto. When it was built in 1976, it set the record for the tallest building in the world. Canada has numerous successful teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). One of the more successful teams is the Montreal Canadiens, who have won over twenty Stanley Cups since they were founded in 1909.

Answer: Australia

Kakadu National Park is known for its cave paintings and its diverse wildlife. The park gives archaeologists clues as to how the ancient Aboriginal people lived their lives. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. On Kangaroo Island, tourists can get close-up views of Australian animals like koalas, kangaroos and wallabies. It is the third-largest island of Australia.

Answer: Russia

The Cathedral of Saint Sophia is located in the Russian city of Novgorod. It was completed in the 11th century and has five domes. The State Hermitage Museum is located in Saint Petersburg and has been open to visitors for over 150 years. The museum's art collection has over 17,000 paintings!

Answer: Spain

The Alhambra is a palace that is located in the Spanish province of Granada. Construction on the Alhambra began in the 9th century. The Alhambra was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. The Pamplona Running of the Bulls is one of the most famous in the world. It is held annually during the San Fermin Festival, held each year from July 6th to July 14th.