Top 100 Famous Landmarks Quiz (Part 1)

[C] Statue of Liberty | The Statue of Liberty, a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, is a symbol of freedom and democracy. Gifted by France to the United States, it was dedicated on October 28, 1886. The statue, designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, represents Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, and is a welcoming sight for immigrants arriving from abroad.

[A] Eiffel Tower | The Eiffel Tower, constructed between 1887 and 1889, is an iron lattice tower located on the Champ de Mars in Paris. It was the tallest man-made structure in the world at 324 meters until the completion of the Chrysler Building in New York City in 1930. It is now a global cultural icon of France and one of the most recognizable structures in the world.

[B] St. Basil’s Cathedral | St. Basil’s Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of the Intercession, is a church in the Red Square in Moscow. It was built between 1555 and 1561 on orders from Ivan the Terrible and is known for its unique architecture and vivid colors. The cathedral's design is a series of nine interconnected domes, each with a distinct pattern and color.

[D] Blue Domed Church | The Blue Domed Church, also known as the Church of the Virgin Mary, is one of the most photographed and iconic landmarks on the island of Santorini. Its blue dome and whitewashed walls are quintessential of the Cycladic architecture and stand out against the island's volcanic caldera and Aegean Sea backdrop.

[A] The Great Sphinx | The Great Sphinx of Giza is an ancient statue, carved out of a single limestone bedrock, that has the body of a lion and the head of a human. It stands on the Giza Plateau, near the Great Pyramids, and is one of the largest monolith sculptures in the world. The Sphinx is believed to have been built during the reign of Pharaoh Khafre around 2500 BCE.

[A] The Pyramids of Giza | The Pyramids of Giza are the oldest and most famous of the pyramids in Egypt. They are located on the Giza Plateau and include the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. These pyramids were built as tombs for the pharaohs of the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom of Egypt and are some of the most significant architectural achievements of ancient Egypt.

[C] The Little Mermaid | The Little Mermaid is a bronze statue inspired by the fairy tale of the same name by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. It is located on a rock by the waterside at the Langelinie promenade in Copenhagen. Sculpted by Edvard Eriksen, the statue was unveiled in 1913 and has become a symbol of the city and a must-see tourist attraction.

[D] Palace of Versailles | The Palace of Versailles, also known as the Château de Versailles, is a royal château in Versailles in the Île-de-France region of France. It was the principal royal residence of France from 1682, under Louis XIV, until the start of the French Revolution in 1789. The palace is known for its opulence, including the Hall of Mirrors and the extensive gardens with fountains, parterres, and the Grand Trianon.

[B] Windmills at Kinderdijk | The Windmills at Kinderdijk are a group of 19 historic windmills located in the Alblasserwaard in the province of South Holland. These mills are iconic symbols of the Netherlands and were built in the mid-18th century to pump water out of the polders and are a testament to the country's long-standing battle against water.

[C] The Great Wall of China | The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, generally built along an east-to-west line across the historical northern borders of China. Several walls were built since the 7th century BC, with the most famous and longest being the one built between 220–206 BC by the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang.

[A] The Taj Mahal | The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is widely recognized as "the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage."

[D] Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu, also known as the "Lost City of the Incas," is a 15th-century Inca site located high in the Andes Mountains of Peru. It is one of the most familiar symbols of the Inca Empire and was built around 1450 but was abandoned a century later at the time of the Spanish conquest. The site was rediscovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

[A] Big Ben | Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London and is usually extended to include the clock and the clock tower. The tower has become one of the most recognizable symbols of not only London but all of the United Kingdom. The clock's hourly chime and the tower's Victorian Gothic architecture make it a beloved landmark.

[B] Burj al Arab Hotel | The Burj Al Arab is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the fourth tallest hotel in the world, although it is not the tallest hotel in Dubai. The hotel is built on an artificial island and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. It is known for its modern architecture and opulence, with a structure that mimics the sail of a ship.

[D] Tower of Pisa | The Tower of Pisa, known worldwide as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, is the bell tower of the cathedral of the Italian city of Pisa. It is a symbol of the power of Pisa in the Middle Ages and is famous for its unintended tilt to one side. The tower's tilt began during construction in the 12th century due to an unstable foundation, and it has become a symbol of ingenuity and resilience.

[C] Christ the Redeemer | Christ the Redeemer is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by the Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa. It stands 38 meters tall, including its pedestal, and its arms stretch out 28 meters wide. The statue is a symbol of Christianity and has become an icon of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.

[B] Lascaux | Lascaux is a complex of caves in southwestern France famous for its Paleolithic cave paintings. The caves are best known for their nearly 2,000 paintings, which are among the most well-known and significant in the history of art. The paintings consist mainly of images of large animals, and the art is estimated to be 17,300 years old.

[B] Mecca | Mecca, also spelled as Makkah, is a city in the Hejazi region of the Arabian Peninsula and is the holiest city in Islam. Muslims are required to make a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in their lifetime if they are physically and financially able, a journey known as the Hajj. The city is home to the Kaaba, a cubic building at the center of the Great Mosque of Mecca, which is the most sacred site in Islam.

[C] Loch Ness | Loch Ness is a large, deep, freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands, which is part of the Great Glen Fault. It is best known for the alleged sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as "Nessie," which has made it an object of worldwide interest. The loch is the second largest Scottish loch by surface area and the largest by volume.

[A] Mont Saint-Michel | Mont Saint-Michel is a rocky tidal island and a UNESCO World Heritage site located off the coast of Normandy in France. It is known for its stunning medieval monastery, which sits atop a conical hill, and the surrounding bay, which is one of the largest marshes in France. The island is connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway and is a popular tourist destination.

[D] Bran Castle | Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle, is a medieval fortress located in the region of Transylvania in Romania. The castle is often associated with the legend of Dracula, thanks to Irish author Bram Stoker's 1897 novel "Dracula." Although there is no historical evidence linking Vlad the Impaler, the inspiration for Dracula, to the castle, it has become a popular tourist attraction due to its connection with the vampire legend.

[D] Hagia Sophia | Hagia Sophia, now known as the Museum of Hagia Sophia, was built as a church in the 6th century by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian. It was later converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople and is now a museum. The building is a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and has been significant to both the Christian and Muslim worlds.

[A] Brandenburg Gate | The Brandenburg Gate is an 18th-century neoclassical monument in Berlin, Germany, and is one of the best-known landmarks in Germany. It was commissioned by King Frederick William II of Prussia and is located at the junction of Unter den Linden and Ebertstraße. The gate became a symbol of divided Germany during the Cold War, when the Berlin Wall stood a short distance to the north, and it has since become a symbol of reunification.

[B] Acropolis of Athens | The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel and fortress located on a high rock above the city of Athens. It contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The Acropolis was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987.

[C] Sagrada Familia | The Sagrada Familia is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. A work in progress for over a century, the basilica is Gaudí's masterwork and is known for its intricate and unique design, which combines elements of Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture. Despite not being completed, it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

[C] Uluru | Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone monolith in the heart of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in Northern Territory, Australia. It has great cultural, religious, and spiritual significance to the Anangu, the traditional Aboriginal landowners. The rock stands 348 meters high and has a circumference of 9.4 kilometers, and it is one of Australia's most recognizable natural landmarks.

[D] Neuschwanstein | Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century palace in Bavaria, Germany, that sits atop a hill above the village of Hohenschwangau. Commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a retreat and in honor of composer Richard Wagner, the castle is known for its Romanesque revival architecture and dramatic setting. It has become one of the most visited castles in Europe and was the inspiration for the iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland.

[A] Mount Fuji | Mount Fuji is an active stratovolcano and the highest peak in Japan, standing at 3,776.24 meters. It is located on Honshu Island and is one of Japan's Three Holy Mountains. Mount Fuji is known for its symmetrical shape and iconic appearance, which has been the subject of numerous works of art. The mountain is a popular destination for climbers and is considered a symbol of Japan.

[B] Stonehenge | Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, consisting of a ring of standing stones, each around 13 feet high and weighing approximately 25 tons. It is believed to have been constructed between 3000 BC and 2000 BC and is one of the most architecturally and culturally significant prehistoric monuments in the world. The purpose of the monument remains a subject of scientific investigation and speculation.

[A] Mount Eden Crater | Mount Eden, also known as Maunga Whau, is a dormant volcano in Auckland, New Zealand. Its summit, Mount Eden Crater, offers panoramic views of the city and is a popular tourist destination. The volcano last erupted around 25,000 years ago, and its crater is now a grassy bowl that is easily accessible and offers a unique perspective on Auckland's landscape.

[C] Easter Island | Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, is a remote volcanic island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean, a special territory of Chile. It is famous for its nearly 900 extant monumental statues, called moai, created by the early Rapa Nui people. These statues, some weighing over 75 tons, were created between 1250 and 1500 AD and are a testament to the island's rich cultural history.

[B] Capitol Hill | The United States Capitol, often referred to as Capitol Hill, is the home of the United States Congress and its two respective chambers, the Senate and the House of Representatives. It is located in Washington, D.C., on top of Capitol Hill. The building is a symbol of American democracy and has been the site of many historic events, including presidential inaugurations.

[A] Al-Aqsa Mosque | The Al-Aqsa Mosque is an Islamic shrine located on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. It is the third-holiest site in Islam, after Mecca and Medina. The mosque is part of the Haram al-Sharif, or Noble Sanctuary, and is adjacent to the Dome of the Rock. It is also significant in Judaism as part of the Temple Mount, the location of the ancient Jewish temples.

[A] Niagara Falls | Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls at the border of Ontario, Canada, and New York, USA. The three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls are the Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the Bridal Veil Falls. The falls are renowned for their beauty and as a source of hydroelectric power. They are a popular tourist attraction and are considered one of the natural wonders of the world.

[D] Angkor Wat | Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia and one of the largest religious monuments in the world. It was originally constructed as a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu but gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple towards the end of the 12th century. The temple is renowned for its architectural grandeur and extensive bas-reliefs, which depict Hindu mythology and the reign of King Suryavarman II.

[D] Manneken Pis | Manneken Pis is a landmark in Brussels, Belgium, and a symbol of the city. It is a small bronze statue depicting a naked child urinating into a fountain's basin. The statue was created in the 17th century and has become an iconic symbol of Brussels, often dressed in various costumes for special occasions. It is a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the city's irreverent spirit.

[B] Mount Everest | Mount Everest, known locally as Sagarmatha in Nepal and Chomolungma in Tibet, is Earth's highest mountain above sea level, reaching a height of 8,848.86 meters. It is part of the Himalaya mountain range and is a coveted summit for mountaineers and climbers from around the world. The mountain is also a symbol of human achievement and perseverance.

[A] St. Peter’s Basilica | St. Peter's Basilica is a church built in the Renaissance style located in Vatican City, which is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy. It is one of the largest religious buildings in the world and is considered one of the holiest Catholic sites. The basilica is a place of pilgrimage and a Papal basilica, housing the tomb of St. Peter, the first Pope.

[A] Mount Rushmore | Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a colossal sculpture carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills region of South Dakota. Sculpted by Gutzon Borglum and his son Lincoln Borglum, the massive sculpture features the 60-foot (18 m) heads of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.

[B] Victoria Falls | Victoria Falls, locally known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, is a waterfall in southern Africa on the Zambezi River at the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. It is classified as the world's largest sheet of falling water and is about 1.7 kilometers wide and 108 meters high. The falls are renowned for their beauty and are a UNESCO World Heritage site.

[C] The Grand Canyon | The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in Arizona, USA. It is largely exposed in the Grand Canyon National Park and is one of the most prominent and visited natural wonders in the United States. The canyon is known for its layered bands of red rock revealing millions of years of geological history and its dramatic vistas.

[D] Chimborazo | Chimborazo is an inactive stratovolcano in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. It is the highest mountain in Ecuador and has the greatest volcanic prominence of any peak in the world. Due to its equatorial location, the summit of Chimborazo is the farthest point on Earth's surface from the center of the planet.

[A] The Great Buddha of Kamakura | The Great Buddha of Kamakura, also known as Kamakura Daibutsu, is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha located in the Kotoku-in Temple, Kamakura, Japan. It is the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan, standing at 11.3 meters tall, and is one of the most famous representations of Buddha in the world.

[B] Petra | Petra, located in southern Jordan, is a historical and archaeological city that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system. Established possibly as early as 312 BCE, it was the capital of the Nabatean Kingdom. The city is accessed through a narrow峡谷 called the Siq, which leads to the most famous monument, Al Khazneh, also known as The Treasury.

[C] Trevi Fountain | The Trevi Fountain is a fountain in the Trevi district in Rome, Italy, and one of the city's most famous and popular tourist attractions. Standing 26.3 meters high and 49.15 meters wide, it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. The fountain has appeared in several films and has become a symbol of Rome.

[C] Auschwitz | Auschwitz, also known as Auschwitz-Birkenau, was the largest of the Nazi concentration camps and extermination camps during the Holocaust. It was located in German-occupied Poland and was the site of the deaths of at least 1.1 million people, mostly European Jews, as well as Poles, Soviet POWs, and others. Today, it serves as the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum and a memorial to the victims of the Holocaust.

[A] Cape of Good Hope | The Cape of Good Hope is a rocky headland at the southwestern extremity of the African continent, found within the Table Mountain National Park in South Africa. It is notable for its distinctive flora and fauna, much of which is endemic and rare or threatened with extinction. The area is also known for its rugged coastline and shipwrecks caused by the meeting of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

[D] North Cape | North Cape is a headland in northern Norway, located on the island of Mageroya in Finnmark. It is one of the northernmost points of the European continent and is known for its dramatic cliffs that rise 307 meters above the Arctic Ocean. The area is popular for its midnight sun during the summer months and is a symbol of the remote and wild nature of the Arctic.

[C] Chichen Itza | Chichen Itza was a large pre-Columbian city built by the Maya civilization. The site is located in the Yucatan Peninsula in present-day Mexico. It was a major focal point in the northern Maya lowlands from the Late Classic period (AD 600–900) through the Terminal Classic period (AD 800–900) and into the early portion of the Early Postclassic period (AD 900–1200). The city is famous for its pyramid, El Castillo, which is a masterpiece of Mayan architecture.

[B] Inukshuk | An Inukshuk is a large stone figure constructed of piled stones by the Inuit, Yupik, and other peoples of the Arctic regions of North America. They are a significant symbol of Inuit culture and have been built for thousands of years for various purposes, including as directional markers, markers for significant locations, and as a general sign of human presence in the vast Arctic landscape.