Famous Landmarks
What is the tallest building in the world, located in Dubai?
What is Burj Khalifa?
Translate "Hello" to Arabic.
Marhaba
Which Arab explorer is famous for his travels and detailed writings about the Islamic world and beyond?
Ibn Battuta
Who is known as the "Star of the East" in Arab music?
Umm Kulthum
Name the dish made of chickpeas, tahini, and lemon juice.
Hummus
This ancient city in Jordan is famous for being carved into rose-red rock.
Petra
What is the Arabic word for "book"?
Kitab
In which year did the Arab Spring begin?
2010
What is the name of the traditional string instrument similar to a zither?
Qanun
What is the traditional Arab coffee called?
Qahwa
Name the Egyptian structure considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The Great Pyramid of Giza
How many letters are there in the Arabic alphabet?
28
What was the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate?
Damascus
Which Lebanese singer is famous for songs like "Ya Habibi Ta'ala"?
Fairuz
Name the Middle Eastern dessert made of layers of phyllo dough, nuts, and syrup.
Baklava
In which country can you find the historic city of Fez?
Morocco
What does "Habibi" mean in English?
My love
Name the Andalusian city famous for its Great Mosque.
Córdoba
What is the art of Arabic calligraphy called?
Khatt
This dance, commonly performed at celebrations, involves synchronized stomping and is popular across the Levant.
Dabke
What is the name of the holy mosque in Mecca that surrounds the Kaaba?
Masjid al-Haram
Name an Arabic word that has been adopted into English.
Examples: Coffee - Qahwa, Algebra - Al-Jabr
What was the name of the trading empire that originated in the Arabian Peninsula?
Nabataean Empire
This type of traditional Arab architecture features intricate geometric patterns and is common in mosques and palaces.
Arabesque
In which country is the dish Mansaf considered a national meal?
Jordan