Festivals & Celebrations
This Hindu festival of lights symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
What is Diwali?
This Japanese dish consists of vinegared rice, raw fish, and seaweed.
What is sushi?
In Spanish-speaking countries, people commonly greet each other with this phrase, meaning "hello."
What is "hola"?
This famous tower in Paris is named after the engineer who designed it.
What is the Eiffel Tower?
In Japan, it is customary to remove these before entering someone's home.
What are shoes?
This Mexican holiday, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, honors deceased loved ones with altars, marigolds, and sugar skulls.
What is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
This spicy stew, known as kimchi jjigae, is a favorite comfort food in this East Asian country.
What is South Korea?
"Bonjour" is the French way of saying this.
What is "good morning" or "hello"?
The Colosseum, a large ancient amphitheater, is located in this European country.
What is Italy?
In India, this traditional greeting involves pressing one's palms together and bowing slightly.
What is Namaste?
This Chinese New Year tradition involves a dragon or lion dance to bring good luck for the coming year.
What is the Lion Dance?
Made from ground chickpeas, this Middle Eastern dish is deep-fried into crispy balls and often served in pita bread.
What is falafel?
This is the most spoken language in the world by native speakers.
What is Mandarin Chinese?
This South American wonder features massive stone statues called moai, located on a remote island.
What is Easter Island?
In Switzerland, it is common for friends to greet each other with this many kisses on the cheek.
What is three?
This Buddhist festival in Thailand and Laos involves releasing floating lanterns into the sky or rivers.
What is Loy Krathong?
This savory French dish consists of a pastry crust filled with eggs, cream, cheese, and various ingredients like ham or spinach.
What is quiche?
In Japan, this bowing gesture is used as a sign of respect in greetings.
What is ojigi?
The Great Wall of China was originally built to protect against invasions from this group.
Who are the Mongols?
This Scandinavian concept of coziness and well-being, often associated with candles and warm drinks, is called what?
What is hygge?
The indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest celebrate this type of feast, where they redistribute wealth and goods among the community.
What is a Potlatch?
A staple of Ethiopian cuisine, this spongy sourdough flatbread is used to scoop up stews and vegetables.
What is injera?
In Zulu culture, people greet each other with "Sawubona," which translates to this in English.
What is "I see you"?
Located in Cambodia, this massive temple complex is the largest religious monument in the world.
What is Angkor Wat?
In Maasai culture, warriors show their strength by participating in this traditional jumping dance.
What is the Adumu?