Spain & Morocco
This autonomous community in Spain is known for its distinct language and culture, including the running of the bulls during the San Fermin festival.
What is Navarre (or Navarra)?
The name of the world-renouned opera house in Milan.
What is La Scala?
This city is located on two continents, separated by the Bosporus strait.
What is Istanbul?
The Greek Isles are home to ___________ total islands, though only 227 are inhabited.
What is 6,000?
This King, Louis XIX had the shortest reign ever in 1830, only in power for this many minutes.
What is 20 minutes?
The French king only enjoyed 20 minutes of royal fame after his father Charles X abdicated, leaving him to ascend the French throne in July 1830. After this brief period, Louis-Antoine also abdicated in favor of his nephew, the Duke of Bordeaux.
The name of the traditional Spanish dance characterized by intricate footwork and handclaps.
What is Flamenco?
This Italian region is known for its production of fine wines, including Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino.
What is Tuscany?
This beautiful mineral came to Europe from the Orient via Turkey and was first used as amulets by Turkish soldiers.
What is Turquoise?
Turquoise means "Turkish stone".
This Greek island is home to black, white and red beaches. The black beaches are thanks to the island's impressive volcanic past.
What is Santorini?
The French invented this aerial form of transportation, pioneered by the Montgolfier brothers Joseph and Etienne who unveiled the world’s first public display in 1783.
What is hot air balloon?
This region of Spain is known for its production of sparkling wine, similar to champagne.
What is Catalonia?
This island is known for its blue grotto and upscale resorts and is located in the Bay of Naples.
What is Capri?
Although Turkish is the official language of the country, this number of additional languages are spoken regularly, including Arabic, Kurmanji and Zazaki to name a few.
What is 30?
Around 80 years ago, this delicacy was discoverd in the Motovun forest and is believed to be the world's largest.
What is a White Truffle?
Standing at a height of 4,807m, this mountain is officially the second-highest mountain in Europe. It takes an arduous 10 to 12 hours to climb to the summit.
What is Mont Blanc?
This mountain range in Morocco is known for its stunning landscapes and is a popular destination for trekkers.
What is the Atlas Mountains?
The University of Bologna was founded in this year, and has been in continuous operation ever since, making it the oldest university in the world.
What is 1088?
This stone object is worn to protect the wearer from evil forces and is believed to have special powers that shield negative energy.
What is 'Evil Eye'?
This traditional dish is a Croatian classic and is made from minced beef or pork and spices. It is grilled over coals and served with flatbreat and kajmak (a Balkan dairy product like sour cream)
What is Cevapcici?
In France, it is illegal to peform this act of love while a train is on the platform. This old law was introduced in 1910 at the request of rail chiefs who wanted to prevent the amorous from delaying the departure of trains.
What is a kiss?
All kissing on the platform must now be done before the train arrives.
The name of the ancient fortified city in Morocco, known for its maze-like streets and vibrant colors.
What is Fes?
In 2011, a Maria Assunta left what amount in her estate to this animal under the care of a trusted nurse, making it the third richest animal in the world. (2-part Answer)
What is a cat? The cat inherited over 10 million euros.
This archeological site has been discovered in Southeastern Turkey as the oldest, having been built more than 11,000 years ago, and contains the world's oldest megaliths.
What is Göbekli Tepe?
Croatia declared its independence from the former Yugoslavia in which year, making it one of Europe's youngest countries.
What is 1991?
The most expensive rose wine in the world is produced in this region of France. Made by Chateau D'Esclans, the makers of the world renowned Whispering Angel, a bottle of Garrus is $90 per bottle.
What is Provence?