Cultural Customs
In Japan, it is customary to remove these before entering someone’s home.
What are shoes?
This landmark in Egypt is known as the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
What is the Great Pyramid of Giza?
This Turkish dish made of seasoned meat wrapped in flatbread with vegetables and sauce is popular worldwide.
What is a döner kebab?
In this country, people eat twelve grapes at midnight on New Year’s Eve for good luck.
What is Spain?
This South African capital is located at the foot of Table Mountain.
What is Cape Town?
This South American dance, originating in Argentina, is often called the “dance of love.”
What is the tango?
This Italian landmark was once a Roman gladiatorial arena and still stands as a symbol of ancient Rome.
What is the Colosseum?
This French dish from Provence is a slow-cooked stew made with vegetables like eggplant, zucchini, and tomatoes.
What is ratatouille?
In India, this traditional greeting involves placing the hands together and bowing slightly.
What is namaste?
This Canadian capital is often mistaken for the country's largest city but is actually much smaller.
What is Ottawa?
In Italy, this daily social activity, usually done in the late afternoon, involves going for a walk with friends and family.
What is passeggiata?
Known for its mysterious giant statues, this remote island is part of Chile.
What is Easter Island?
Known for its spicy kick, this Korean dish is made by fermenting cabbage with chili, garlic, and ginger.
What is kimchi?
In Mexico, people often break a colorful, candy-filled object at parties and celebrations, especially for children.
What is a piñata?
The capital of Madagascar, famous for its unique flora and fauna, as well as its challenging name for foreigners to pronounce.
What is Antananarivo?
During the Indian festival of Holi, people throw this at each other to celebrate.
What is colored powder?
The Hagia Sophia in this Turkish city has served as both a church and a mosque over the centuries.
What is Istanbul?
Originating in Lebanon, this dish consists of small, fried balls made from chickpeas or fava beans, often served in pita bread.
What is falafel?
In the United States, it’s customary to tip this percentage range of the bill at a restaurant.
What is 15-20%?
This European capital is divided by the Danube River and was formerly two separate cities.
What is Budapest?
In China, this color is traditionally worn by brides as it symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
What is red?
Located in Jordan, this ancient city carved into red rock is known as the “Rose City.”
What is Petra?
This Peruvian dish made from raw fish marinated in citrus juice is often served with onions, peppers, and corn.
What is ceviche?
In India, it is common to eat meals with your hands, specifically using this hand as a sign of respect.
What is the right hand?
The capital of Azerbaijan, this city combines ancient walled architecture with ultra-modern designs and is one of the lowest capitals in terms of altitude.
What is Baku?