Honolulu Highlights
This historic palace in downtown Honolulu was once the residence of Hawaiian monarchs.
What is ʻIolani Palace?
This iron structure in Paris was built for the 1889 World’s Fair and has become France’s global symbol.
What is the Eiffel Tower?
Originating from Naples, this Italian dish was once considered a “poor man’s meal” before becoming a global favorite topped with ingredients like mozzarella and basil.
What is a Margherita Pizza?
This country’s flag features a red circle on a white background, symbolizing the rising sun.
What is Japan?
The Great Wall, stretching over 13,000 miles, is one of the most famous landmarks in this country.
What is China?
This statue near Aliʻiolani Hale honors the Hawaiian king who unified the islands.
Who is King Kamehameha I?
You can find this ancient amphitheater in the heart of Rome, once home to gladiator battles.
What is the Colosseum?
This Spanish dish of rice, saffron, seafood, and meats originated in Valencia and is traditionally cooked in a wide, shallow pan over an open flame.
What is paella?
The Union Jack, appearing in this country’s flag, reflects its historic ties to the United Kingdom.
What is Australia?
This country is made up of more than 7,000 islands and is known for dishes like adobo and lumpia.
What is the Philippines?
This massive shopping center is the largest open-air mall in the world.
What is Ala Moana Center?
Located in Peru’s Andes Mountains, this “Lost City of the Incas” wasn’t known to the modern world until 1911.
What is Machu Picchu?
Often served in Indian restaurants, this spiced dish of marinated meat or vegetables cooked in a clay oven gets its name from the oven itself.
What is tandoori?
This country’s flag has a single cedar tree at its center, representing peace and immortality.
What is Lebanon?
This Asian capital city’s name means “capital” in its own language and was founded in 1394 by King Taejo.
What is Seoul, South Korea?
This Honolulu park, located near Diamond Head, was built on the site of a former U.S. Army fort and now hosts music festivals and cultural events.
What is Kapiʻolani Park?
This 98-foot-tall statue overlooks Rio de Janeiro from Mount Corcovado.
What is Christ the Redeemer?
This Middle Eastern dip, made from chickpeas and tahini, is often served with pita bread and drizzled with olive oil.
What is hummus?
Featuring a red dragon on a green and white field, this flag belongs to a country that’s part of the United Kingdom.
What is Wales?
This mountain, known as “Sagarmatha” in Nepal and “Chomolungma” in Tibet, is the world’s highest peak.
What is Mount Everest?
This popular lookout offers a panoramic view of Honolulu and the southern shore.
What is Tantalus Lookout?
Standing on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, this massive waterfall is known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, or “The Smoke That Thunders.”
What is Victoria Falls?
A West African staple made by pounding yams, cassava, or plantains, this dough-like food is eaten by hand and paired with rich stews.
What is fufu?
This African nation’s flag features green, yellow, and red stripes with a blue star in the center — a symbol of unity.
What is Ethiopia?
Located on Honshu Island, this mountain is Japan’s highest peak and a sacred symbol long revered in Shinto belief. Its nearly perfect cone has inspired countless artworks.
What is Mount Fuji?