Pop Culture
This popular South Korean music genre gained global recognition with its catchy melodies, synchronized choreography, and stylish music videos. It has become a cultural phenomenon, with groups like BTS and BLACKPINK achieving international success.
What is K-pop?
Nicknamed the Blue Giant of the Orient, the largest of this precious gemstone was discovered in 1907 in Sri Lanka.
What is a sapphire?
This popular dish consists of vinegared rice combined with various ingredients such as raw or cooked seafood, vegetables, and sometimes wrapped in seaweed.
What is sushi?
This is the Hindu Festival of Lights, symbolising victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
What is Diwali?
This country's predominant language is Bengali
What is Bangladesh?
This actor played the first Asian Marvel superhero, Shang-Chi.
Who is Simu Liu?
These three ethnic groups are the most dominant in Malaysia.
What are Malays, Chinese, and Indians?
This type of starch makes up the black pearls in bubble tea.
What is tapioca?
Often accompanied with moon cakes and lanterns, this Chinese holiday celebrates the autumn harvest and gathering of loved ones.
What is the Mid-Autumn Festival?
In Pakistan, Urdu is the national language and is widely spoken across the country. However, there is another widely spoken regional language in the province of Punjab. It is known for its rich poetic tradition and is the native language of many famous poets and writers.
What is Punjabi?
This country is the setting for the hit movie "Crazy Rich Asians"
What is Singapore?
This ancient city, located in present-day Jordan, was a major trading hub and capital of the Nabatean Kingdom during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It was renowned for its sophisticated water management system and intricate rock-cut architecture.
What is Petra?
This popular traditional Iraqi dish consists of seasoned minced meat, often lamb or beef, wrapped around a skewer and grilled to perfection. It is typically served with flatbread, rice, and a variety of accompaniments such as grilled vegetables, yogurt, and pickles.
What is Tikka Kebab?
Each year, this country celebrates Songkran as their New Year Holiday on April 13
What is Thailand?
This Karluk Turkic language is the native language of the majority of the population in Uzbekistan and is the official language spoken in Uzbekistan.
What is Uzbek?
This Pritzker Prize-winning Chinese architect designed some of the world’s most iconic buildings including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Louvre Pyramid, and the Kennedy library
Who is I.M. Pei?
This is the birthplace of Islam and the location of the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.
What is Saudi Arabia?
This unique and popular delicacy is commonly found in Southeast Asian countries, particularly in the Philippines. It is a fertilized duck egg that is boiled and eaten, typically served as a street food snack.
What is balut?
This widely celebrated holiday in Iran marks the beginning of the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring. It is observed on the day of the vernal equinox, typically falling on March 21st. During this holiday, people gather with their families, engage in spring cleaning, and set up a symbolic table arrangement known as Haft Seen.
What is Nowruz (New Day)?
In Kazakhstan, the official language is Kazakh. However, there is another widely spoken language in the country. It is also an official language and widely used for business and communication.
What is Russian?
This long-running Vietnamese musical variety show, known for its extravagant stage productions and showcasing popular Vietnamese singers, is often referred to as "the capital of Vietnamese music" and has been entertaining audiences since 1983.
What is Paris by Night (Thuy Nga)?
Often referred to as the "Father of Indonesia," this man played a crucial role in the country's struggle for independence from Dutch colonial rule.
Who is Sakurno
This Indian street food is a deep-fried breaded hollow spherical shell, about an inch in diameter, filled with a combination of finely diced potato, onion, peas and chickpea.
What is Panipuri?
Mongolia's most prominent and widely celebrated holiday reflects Mongolia's nomadic heritage and is often referred to as the "Three Manly Games." It takes place annually from July 11 to July 13 and features traditional sporting competitions, including wrestling, horse racing, and archery.
What is Naadam?
"Hello" in Turkish
What is merhaba?