Istanbul is one of the most historically important cities on the planet. From the ancient Romans to the modern Turks, the city has been a cultural and trade hub due to its strategic geographical position. Even if the days of the spice trade and gunpowder are over, Istanbul remains a metropolis whose economic and cultural importance should not be overlooked.
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20 Questions: Facts About Istanbul
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Question 1 of 20
1. Question
Which of the following is NOT a former name of Istanbul?
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Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Which popular flower (that many associate with the Dutch), actually originated in Istanbul?
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Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Which of the below cities has an older subway system than Istanbul?
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Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Now a popular museum, this building has also been a mosque and a Christian Orthodox cathedral. In fact, it was the largest church in the world for 900 years. What is it called?
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Question 5 of 20
5. Question
This tower, built in 1348 to house prisoners of war, now offers incredible, 360 views of the city.
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Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Also known as the Strait of Istanbul, which significant waterway runs right through Istanbul?
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Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Which of the following is NOT a movie that was filmed in Istanbul?
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Question 8 of 20
8. Question
The Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest shopping centers in the world. Approximately how many shops does it contain?
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Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Which famous Agatha Christie novel was written while she stayed in Istanbul?
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Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Which large palace, now a museum, served as the administrative centre and residence of the imperial Ottoman court from about 1478 to 1856?
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Question 11 of 20
11. Question
The “Big 3” in Turkiye are the three most successful football clubs in the country, all based in Istanbul. Which of the following is NOT one of those clubs?
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Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Which animal, worshipped by the Ottomans for their hunting abilities and cleanliness, can now be found in large numbers on the streets of Istanbul?
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Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Which colorful mosque in the Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, has been visited by two Catholic Popes already in the 21st century?
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Question 14 of 20
14. Question
What popular street snack found in Istanbul and across Turkiye is known as a “Turkish bagel” in the USA?
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Question 15 of 20
15. Question
True or False? Istanbul is the only city in the world that sits on two continents.
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Question 16 of 20
16. Question
True or False? Istanbul hosted the summer Olympics in 1952.
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Question 17 of 20
17. Question
True or False? Istanbul is the capital of Turkiye.
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Question 18 of 20
18. Question
True or False? Istanbul is the most populated European city.
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Question 19 of 20
19. Question
True or False? One of the most popular tourist attractions in Istanbul is a large, carved Medusa head in an ancient underground water cistern.
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Question 20 of 20
20. Question
True or False? Istanbul is notably built on five hills, each topped by imperial mosques.
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