Geography
Which large lake in Western Asia has such high salt content that no fish or aquatic plant life can survive in it?
The Dead Sea
The people of which country refer to themselves as 'Nihonin' and call their language 'Nihongo"?
Japan
Which magnificent building in St Petersburg was the official residence of the Russian monarchs from 1732 to 1917?
The Winter Palace
Which Southeast Asia large, spiny, green fruit has a putrid smell and has been banned from some airlines?
Durian
Which major event in the Chinese calendar takes place in either January or February and lasts for 15 days?
Chinese New Year or Spring Festival
The Palm Islands are artificially constructed islands which lie off the coast of which city?
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Which country was known as Ceylon prior to 1972?
Sri Lanka
The archaeological remains of which city, in the Campania region of Italy, is one of the country's most visited attractions?
Pompeii
If you are eating "fragrant meat" in China, which animal are you consuming?
Dog
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In which range of mountains would you look for the mythical Yeti?
The Himalayas
Which language is officially recognised in Brazil, Mozambique, Angola and Macau?
Portugese
Which famous building was modelled on the Georgian manors of Dublin and has the address 1600 Pennsylvania Ave?
The White House
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In which country would you find Dracula's homeland, the historical region of Transylvania?
Romania
What is the capital of Syria: Aleppo, Damascus or Beirut?
Damascus
Famed for its green countryside, the 'Emerald Isle' is the romantic name for which country?
Ireland
What are sometimes placed in the cracks of the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem?
Prayers (on pieces of paper)
What is the difference between sushi and sashimi?
Sashimi is raw fish served without rice; sushi is served with rice
What do the French call 'La Manche"?
The English Channel
Which city is watched over from Corcovado Mountain by Christ The Redeemer?
Rio de Janeiro
Famous for its pottery and porcelain, in which country is Delft?
The Netherlands
What is suspended 1,200m (4,000ft) above the Colorado River and can withstand the weight of 71 fully loaded Boeing 747 aeroplanes?
The Grand Canyon Skywalk
Russia and which other country are the biggest producers of caviar in the world?
Iran
Which traveller, born in 1254, grew up in Venice and is famous for his travels to China, notably on the Silk Road?
Marco Polo