Festivals and celebrations
Cinco De Mayo and Día de Muertos are both celebrated in which country?
Mexico
Which colour do people traditionally dye their Easter eggs in Greece?
red
A means of popular tourist transportation in Venice and a centuries-old cultural icon - what is its name?
the gondola
Which ancient language still spoken today has over 50,000 distinct characters?
Chinese
Which originally Celtic holiday was nationally popularized by Irish immigrants in the US?
Halloween
What is the name of a traditional piece of male clothing important in Scottish culture?
the kilt
This oldest and largest occupied castle in the world located 40 kilometres west from central London is a famous royal residence. What is it called?
Windsor Castle
In which city can you find the museum of a famous artist Vincent Van Gogh?
Amsterdam
Which religion celebrates a festival of lights called Diwali?
Hinduism
Every spring, which object is traditionally sent rolling down the hill in Brockworth, England?
a wheel of cheese
A 30-meter statue of whom stands on the top of Mount Corcovado in Rio de Janeiro?
Christ the Redeemer
What is the national dish of Spain, consisting of saffron-infused rice, meat, seafood, and vegetables?
Paella
The holiday of Mardi Gras or "Fat Tuesday" is celebrated before the beginning of which Christian season?
Lent
A ceremony in which culture involves the preparation and presentation of matcha - powdered green tea?
Japanese
Which site of Incan ruins was discovered in Peru in 1911?
Machu Picchu
Which American city is known for its vibrant music scene on Beale Street and being the home of Elvis Presley's Graceland?
Memphis, Tennessee
What is the name of the annual music and arts festival held in the Colorado Desert, California?
Coachella
During which American holiday can breaking a Y-shaped "wishbone" bring you good luck?
Thanksgiving
This ancient city located in a remote sandstone valley in Jordan is one of the Wonders of the World. What's its name?
Petra
Kimchi, a spicy fermented side dish, is a traditional staple in the cuisine of which country?
South Korea