Geo Quiz
Some of this country's biggest celebrities are economists — really
For this Geo Quiz, we're looking for the country whose economists are treated like rock stars.
Can you name the West Coast city where a Buddhist shrine turned a neighborhood around?
This country has passed Scotland in the world whisky ranks. Can you name it?
Name a South American city that has a thriving Asian fusion food scene
Which American city could potentially adopt a canal system to combat rising tides?
This South American city is home to the 'world's tallest squat'
In the heart of a South American city, a 45-story abandoned skyscraper has become a haven for squatters. For this week's Geo Quiz, we're looking for the city where this tower is located. Can you name it?
The music of this European region is unexpectedly popular in Mexico
The folk music of this region in the southeast of Europe has influenced a new musical scene in Mexico, of all places. Can you name it?
Which country, aside from Scotland, manufactures most of the world's bagpipes?
When you think of Scotland, it's likely you think of kilts, haggis, and — of course — bagpipes. Scots produce most of the world's bagpipes, but there's a country that comes in close second. Can you name it?
Which Indo-Pacific island's waters are host to potentially cancer-fighting molecules?
Organisms native to the coral reefs of this island nation could potentially combat cancer. Can you name it?
This tiny Scottish island is an unplugged getaway — can you name it?
Scotland has been buzzing with news about the upcoming independence referendum. But one Scottish island won't be getting any updates on the latest referendum news — at least on their smartphones. That's because there's no cell service. Can you name this unplugged island?
Which New York City borough will soon be home Sergei Dovlatov Way?
Sergei Dovlatov was a Russian author who wrote about the absurdity of life. Now, he's being honored with a street name in New York City. Can you name which borough the street is in?
Name the city in China where Confucius lived?
For this Geo Quiz, we're looking for the famous city in China where Confucius lived. Here's a hint: It's located in the eastern coastal province of Shandong.
Which European city has recently adopted the bicycle-powered hearse?
Call it "The Final Commute." For this Geo Quiz, we're looking for the bike-crazy European city that has seen the emergence of a hearse on wheels.
Name the Italian island known for its prisoner-produced wine
Just off the Tuscan coast is a tiny island that houses some of the country's most serious criminals. But what sets these prisoners apart is that they're also vintners, producing some of the country's best — and most expensive — white wine.
Fancy a joust? Name the German state that hosts a medieval-style jousting tournament
Unless you frequent Renaissance fairs, you might not get to witness many jousting matches. But if you're in the south of Germany, you might just get the chance. Prince Luitpold hosts a yearly medieval-style festival in his castle — can you name the German state he reigns over?