26 May 2023

Quiz: How well do you know Spain?

Famed for its flamenco dancing, siestas and tasty tapas, Spain has a culturally rich landscape that pulls in every kind of traveller. But how well do you know this European hotspot beneath the surface?

3 mins

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1. Which city is NOT in the Basque Country?

Bilbao

Vitoria-Gasteiz

San Sebastian

Oviedo

2. In which city will you find the two-tiered Roman aqueduct?

Seville

Santander

Segovia

Salamanca

3. In which region did the popular Spanish dish paella originate?

Valencia

Catalonia

Murcia

Andalucia

4. Which coastline runs along the province of Castellón?

Costa Blanca

Costa del Azahar

Costa da Morte

Costa de Cantabria

5. Formentera is part of the Canary Islands. True or False?

True

False

6. In which Spanish city was 20th-century artist Pablo Picasso born?

Madrid

Alicante

Málaga

Barcelona

7. Can you name the tallest mountain in Spain?

Mulhacén

Teide

Veleta

Aneto

8. Semana Santa is an important Catholic holiday celebrated predominantly in Spain. But what does it translate to?

Miracle Week

Holy Week

Easter Week

Awakening Week

9. Marcha Real is the Spanish national anthem. But how many words does it have?

10. Spain, in particular Andalucia, is known to be the world's largest producer of what?

Potatoes

Wheat

Coffee

Olive oil

11. What stuffed animal will you be greeted with when entering the Salvador Dalí House-Museum in Portlligat?

Grey wolf

Polar bear

Roe deer

Lion

12. In the city of Zaragoza, you'll find a landmark attraction called Aljafería. What is it?

A medieval palace

A Roman theatre

A Gothic cathedral

None of the above

13. On which Canary Island will you celebrate the Carnaval de Santa Cruz?

Mallorca

Tenerife

Gran Canaria

Lanzarote

14. What is the name of the hiking route that loops around Menorca's coast?

Camino de Santiago

Ruta del Cares

Camí de Cavalls

GR92

15. Held annually in Valencia, Las Fallas is a traditional celebration in honour of who?

Saint Joseph

Saint James the Greater

Isidore the Laborer

Saint Teresa of Avila

16. Which city is known for having the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, including Medina Azahara?

Toledo

Córdoba

Cuenca

Ávila‎