Flags
The flag of this North American nation features two red vertical stripes flanking a white square with a central red 11-pointed maple leaf.
What is Canada?
This traditional Italian dish consists of a flat base of leavened wheat dough topped with tomatoes, cheese, and various toppings, baked at a high temperature.
Observed primarily in Mexico and by Mexican communities worldwide, this holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd honors deceased loved ones with altars, marigolds, and sugar skulls.
What is Día de los Muertos (or Day of the Dead)?
Located in Agra, India, this white marble mausoleum was commissioned in 1631 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to honor his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
What is the Taj Mahal?
Dating back over 1,000 years, this traditional Hawaiian stringed instrument whose name translates to "jumping flea" is similar to a small guitar.
What is the ukulele?
Unique among national flags, this Asian country's flag is the only one in the world that is non-quadrilateral, consisting of two stacked triangles.
What is Nepal?
Made from cooked rice seasoned with vinegar and combined with raw fish, vegetables, or seaweed, this staple is arguably Japan’s most famous culinary export.
What is sushi?
Marked by the lighting of the menorah, playing dreidel, and eating fried foods like latkes, this eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights usually falls in November or December.
What is Hanukkah?
Famous for its white sail-like roofs, this iconic performing arts venue designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon sits on Bennelong Point in Australia.
What is the Sydney Opera House?
Developed in Trinidad and Tobago during the 20th century, this percussion instrument is made from repurposed industrial metal drums.
What is a steel pan (or steel drum)?
Features on this South American nation's green flag include a central blue globe displaying 27 stars and a banner with the motto "Ordem e Progresso."
What is Brazil?
Originating in Valencia, Spain, this famous saffron-infused rice dish traditionally features ingredients like green vegetables, chicken, rabbit, or seafood.
What is paella?
Created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, this week-long celebration from December 26 to January 1 honors African heritage in African-American culture through seven core principles.
What is Kwanzaa?
Perched high in the Andes Mountains of Peru, this 15th-century Inca citadel features dry-stone walls made of massive blocks fitted together without mortar.
What is Machu Picchu?
Popularized in North American bluegrass and folk music, this plucked string instrument was adapted from traditional West African instruments like the akonting.
What is the banjo?
Adopting its design in 1994 to represent unity after apartheid, this African country's flag features a prominent horizontal "Y" shape in green.
What is South Africa?
This hearty Hungarian meat and vegetable stew is traditionally seasoned with generous amounts of sweet paprika and often served over egg noodles.
What is goulash?
Celebrated by millions across Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, this major festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and is known as the Festival of Lights.
What is Diwali?
Still unfinished, this famous Antoni Gaudí-designed basilica in Barcelona combines Gothic and Art Nouveau styles and has been under construction since 1882.
What is Basílica de la Sagrada Família (or the Sagrada Família)?
Originating in West Africa, this calabash-gourd lute with 21 strings is traditionally played by hereditary historian-storytellers known as griots.
What is the kora?
The flag of this landlocked European country features a golden crown on a blue field alongside a red field; the crown was added in 1937 to distinguish it from the identical flag of Haiti during the 1936 Olympics.
What is Liechtenstein?
Hailing from the Levant, this popular street food consists of deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both, often served in a pita.
What is falafel?
Falling on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar, this celebration marks the traditional end of the Chinese New Year festivities and features glowing displays and eating tangyuan.
What is the Lantern Festival (or Yuanxiao Festival)?
Carved directly into rose-red sandstone cliffs in southern Jordan, this ancient Nabataean capital features iconic rock-cut architecture like Al-Khazneh (The Treasury).
What is Petra?
Known for its expressive, vocal-like tone, this traditional Chinese two-stringed bowed musical instrument is sometimes referred to as the "Chinese violin."
What is the erhu?