Who Can Match 100% Of These European Capitals To Their Country?
- by Laura Martisiute
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When we talk of Europe we mostly refer to the continent of Europe that is bordered by the Arctic Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Europe comprises of fifty sovereign states of which the Russian Federation is undoubtedly the largest, although a small number of these countries are located both in Europe and Asia. According to statistics from 2016, Europe has a population of around 741 million people.
Europe is widely known as the cradle of Western civilization and has been greatly shaped by various revolutions and wars. Even though most of the countries located on the continent of Europe are often described as "European", they are all very different. As such, in 1949 the Council of Europe was born with the intention of unifying European countries.
Later, the European Union was also founded in the hopes of further unifying European countries - and avoiding major world wars - although this has proven far more difficult than one had hoped, as has been illustrated by recent events in England. Still, one can't deny the importance of the European Union, as well as Europe itself. After all, how many of us go on holidays to Europe, whether it is to visit the ruins of Ancient Rome in Italy, eat croissants in France, or soak up history and culture in Vienna?
Match Rome to the country.
The city of Rome has a population of almost three million people and is in actual fact one of the most densely populated cities in Europe. According to Roman mythology, the city of Rome was founded in 753 BC or thereabouts but according to experts evidence suggests that it was inhabited before then too which means that Rome is one of the oldest sites in Europe known for continual occupation. Interestingly, within the limits of Rome there resides another tiny albeit independent country known as Vatican City.
Paris is the capital city of...?
Paris is an important European city and has been known as the center for finance, fashion, science and culture ever since the 17th century. The River Seine which runs through the city divides it into two areas - the Rive Gauche (meaning Left Bank) and the Rive Droite (meaning the Right Bank). The city of Paris is known for its numerous tourist attractions such as the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, the Musée de l'Orangerie, the Cathedral of Notre Dame and of course, the Eiffel Tower.
What country is Dublin the capital of?
The city of Dublin has a population of just over one million people and is known for its various landmarks such as the Halfpenny Bridge, The Spire, the Customs House, Dublin Castle and Christchurch Cathedral. Trinity College is also located in Dublin and its Temple Bar area is a huge attraction to tourists from all over the world. The Irish government recognizes that the first settlement was built on the site where the city now stands in 988. Famous Dublin people include Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker (the man who wrote Dracula) among many others.
Vienna is the capital city of which of the below countries?
The city of Vienna has a population of almost two million people which makes it one of the most populous cities in the European Union. Its metropolitan area boasts almost three million people which is almost a third of the population of the whole country. Vienna is often considered to be the center for all things cultural and economical, as well as political. Indeed, the city of Vienna is home to a great many international organizations such as the United Nations.
Match the city of Brussels to the correct country.
Evidence suggests that a settlement stood where Brussels is now located ever since the Stone Age. Initially the city was nothing more than a tiny rural settlement which grew to become the capital city of the European Union. Indeed, the city is home to countless of EU institutions organizations and politicians. For example, NATO chose to base its headquarters in the city of Brussels. Famous landmarks and attractions that all tourists try and see include the Grand Place, Manneken Pis, Atomium and Mini Europe.
What country is Sofia the capital of?
The city of Sofia is located right beside the Vitosha Mountain and boasts a population of slightly over one million people. The city is in the middle of the Black Sea and the Adriatic Sea and is extremely close to the Aegean Sea. According to experts, the city of Sofia has been inhabited at least since 7000 BC and its name hasn't always been what it is today. Indeed, its name changed a great number of times. Today the city is known as an excellent place to start a start-up.
Prague is the capital of...?
Prague has long been an important European city and was considered the center for all things cultural, political and economic, at least in Central Europe. It is a very pretty city and has earned itself numerous of nicknames, including "city of a hundred spires", "the golden city", "the mother of cities" and "the heart of Europe", among many others. The city is known for its stunning architecture, its delicious beer and its interesting cuisine which includes potato soup, sauerkraut and apple strudel.
Which of the below countries is Copenhagen the capital of?
The city of Copenhagen has a population of less than a million people. The city started off as nothing more than a Viking fishing village back in the 10th century but became the capital relatively quickly after that - only five centuries later, to be exact. The city has seen its fair share of disasters, including a plague, a fire and a bombardment of the whole city. As a result of its Copenhagen Stock Exchange, the city is known as the center of finance in Northern Europe.
Match Berlin to the correct country.
The city of Berlin has a population of almost four million people which makes it the second most populous city in the European Union. According to archaeological evidence, a settlement stood where Berlin now stands all the way back in 1192. Tourists often come to Berlin to see the Berlin Wall (which once divided the city into East Berlin and West Berlin) the Reichstag Building, and the Museum Island. It is a rather green city and has a great number of forests, parks and canals.
Athens is the capital of which country?
According to evidence, humans have been inhabiting the area in which Athens is located ever since the 11th and 7th millennium BC. Indeed, today the city of Athens is known as one of the oldest cities in the world and many believe that it was here that Western civilization and democracy were born. Athens is known for its numerous landmarks including the Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens, the Daphni Monastery and the National Archeological Museum. The latter houses the world's biggest collection of Greek antiquities.
Riga is the capital of...?
According to statistics from 2016, the city of Riga has a population of just over half a million people which makes it the largest city in the Baltic states. The city of Riga was founded all the way back in 1201 and today it is known for its stunning Old Town which is classed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Impressively, almost a thousand buildings in the city center and the Old Town have been built in the Art Nouveau style.
Which of the below countries is Amsterdam the capital of?
The city of Amsterdam is known as an extremely liberal city and tourists often come here to see its numerous - and very famous - coffee houses, its stunning architecture, its canals and of course its Red Light District. Today the population of the city of Amsterdam is just under a million people but that becomes more impressive when you consider that once upon a time - in the 12th century - the city was a mere fishing village. Today Amsterdam is home to a great number of large companies such as Philips.
Warsaw is the capital city of which country?
The Vistula River runs through the city of Warsaw which has a population of almost two million people and as such is known as the 8th most populous city - or rather, capital city - in the European Union. Up until World War II the city of Warsaw was believed to be one of the most beautiful cities in the whole world which earned it the nickname "Paris of the East." The old town of Warsaw has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Match Lisbon to the country.
Lisbon city has a population of almost three million people but according to 2017 statistics, it also gets over three million visitors a year. Lisbon is one of the oldest cities not only in Europe but also the world and in actual fact, predates major cities such as London and Paris. The city itself is rather hilly and is located on the coast. Tourists often visit its medieval defensive tower known as the Belem Tower, its Gothic monastery Jeronimos Monastery as well as the Sao Jorge Castle. The city is also known for its delicious custard tarts (or "pasteis de nata" as they are called there).
Which country is London the capital of?
The River Thames runs through the busy city of London that is known worldwide as the leading city in areas such as art, science, finance, fashion and education. Indeed, many consider London as the world capital of culture, hence why it is the most visited country in the world if one solely looks at the number of arrivals. Tourists best know London for its landmarks such as the Tower of London, Kew Gardens, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the London Eye among many others.
What country is Kiev the capital city of?
In Eastern Europe the city of Kiev is known as the center for culture, science and education. That is not at all surprising seeing how Kiev is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe. According to statistics from 2015, the city has a population of almost three million people. Experts tend to disagree as to when exactly the city was founded. Some say it was founded in the 9th century whereas others argue that the city was founded in 482 AD. However, it is known that humans have been inhabiting the site on which Kiev now stands ever since the Stone Age.
Bucharest is the capital city of...?
No one knows where the name of Bucharest - or București in the country's language - comes from for certain. However, it is known that the name of this city first appeared in written documents in 1459 although it wasn't until 1862 that it became the capital of the country it is located in. Before World War I and World War II the city of Bucharest was also referred to as "Little Paris" due to its beautiful architecture. While the wars left the city severely damaged some of its historical buildings survive to this day.
Match Madrid to the country.
The city of Madrid has a population of over three million people which makes it one of the largest cities in the European Union. It is one of the world's global cities in that it exerts great influence when it comes to areas such as fashion, education, politics, science and culture. The city is known for its famous landmarks such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Buen Retiro Park (dating all the way back to 1631) and the Golden Triangle of Art (made up of three museums).
Stockholm is the capital of which country?
People have inhabited the area where the city of Stockholm is now located ever since the Stone Age although it did not become a city until 1252. Almost a million people live in the city of Stockholm today and the city itself is known for its numerous - but well-ranked - universities such as the Stockholm School of Economics. It is in Stockholm that Nobel Prize ceremonies take place and it was a robbery in Stockholm that resulted in the creation of the psychological term "Stockholm Syndrome" (which describes the phenomenon of victims growing too close and too attached to their captors).
Match Bern to the country.
According to statistics of March this year (2018), the city of Bern has a population of only 142,656 people and yet it is still the most populous city in the country that it is the capital of. The relatively small number of people living there has nothing to do with poor quality of life. Indeed, back in 2010 Bern was considered as one of the top ten cities to live in for those who seek a high-quality life. As with many other European capital cities, Bern's Old Town is considered to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Reykjavik is the capital of...?
The city of Reykjavik has a population of only 123,300 people which is extraordinarily little for a capital city. It is generally believed that the first settlement appeared in the area where the city now stands all the way back in AD 874 and that it was established by the Norse settler Ingólfur Arnarson as well as his family. It wasn't until 1786 that the city of Reykjavik was founded. Today, the city is known for its nightlife as well as for its cleanliness.
Match Budapest to the correct country.
According to statistics from 2016, the population of Budapest comprises of almost two million people. Budapest is known for its influence in areas such as commerce, fashion, technology and education among many others and it is home to a number of international organizations such as the United Nations and the European Police College. Experts believe that the very first settlement to have sprung up in the area where the city is not located was founded by Celts sometime before 1 AD. Today the city is believed to be one of the most stunning cities in all of Europe.
Which of the below countries is Helsinki the capital of?
The third largest city in the Nordic countries, Helsinki has a population of around 642,045 and is known for its high quality of life. Indeed, back in 2011 Monocle magazine ranked Helsinki as number one most livable city in the world and the city's ranking did not fall much since for in 2016 the Economist Intelligence Unit survey ranked Helsinki as the ninth best city to live in in the world. When it comes to tourism, Helsinki is known for the Helsinki Cathedral, the Temppeliaukio Church and the Suomenlinna walking trails.
What country is Tallinn the capital of?
Archaeological evidence suggests that the first human settlement was built on the site on which the city of Tallinn now stands all the way back in 3000 BCE. Tallinn itself was first mentioned in 1219 and it is believed that it became a city not long after - in 1248. The city of Tallinn was once a major trade hub thanks to its great location. Today, tourists interested in all things medieval should certainly stop by Tallinn for its Old Town is the best preserved medieval city in all of Europe.
Match Minsk to the country.
The River of Svislach as well as the River of Nyamiha run through the city of Minsk, a city which is also located right beside the Minsk Hills. According to statistics from 2013, Minsk has a population of just over two million people. The location where the city now stands was initially inhabited by Early East Slavs as far back as 9th century AD. According to evidence, it was not until 1067 that the area became a city and not until 1569 that it became a capital city.
Ljubljana is the capital city of...?
Before the city of Ljubljana was founded in its place stood another city - a Roman city - known as Emona. Indeed, it was only sometime in the 12th century that the name of Ljubljana was first mentioned. Today the city is known for its numerous green areas such the Tivoli Park, the Ljubljanica River, its numerous museums and other tourist sights - such as the Ljubljanica Castle, the Dragon Bridge, the Museum of Modern Art and the Preseren Square - as well as its outdoor cafes.
Zagreb is the capital of which country?
According to this year's statistics, the city of Zagreb has a population of almost one million people, or 809,932 people to be exact. No one knows where the name "Zagreb" comes from for certain but it is known that the name was recorded for the very first time in 1134. It is also known that back in ancient times a Roman settlement known as Andautonia was located close to the city. Today tourists who come to Zagreb can visit a medieval church known as St. Mark's Church, Zagreb Cathedral and the Museum of Broken Relationships.
Which of the below countries is Moscow the capital of?
Moscow's population exceeds 13 million people and as such it is the largest city in Europe and even one of the largest cities in the world. It is an important cultural, economic and scientific center not only in its own country but also in Eastern Europe. The Moskva River flows through the rather expensive city. Indeed, back in 2011 Moscow was ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world. The city's attractions include Moscow's Kremlin, the Red Square and Saint Basil's Cathedral among many others.
Bratislava is the capital of which country?
The city of Bratislava was once dominated by German-speakers and Austrians hence why until very recently (1919, to be exact) it was better known as Pressburg and not Bratislava. The site on which the city now stands was first settled in 5000 BC. Today the city is inhabited by almost half a million people and tourists are bound to be interested in the Bratislava Castle, the Devin Castle, St. Martin's Cathedral and the Most SNP (also known as the UFO bridge).
Match Sarajevo to the correct country.
The Miljacka River flows through the compact city of Sarajevo which has a population of around 275,524 people and which is surrounded by Dinaric Alps. The city of Sarajevo is quite historic and is known for its cultural as well as its religious diversity. In fact, it was this diversity that earned the city the nickname "Jerusalem of Europe" as well as the nickname "Jerusalem of the Balkans." Indeed, the city is home to a Catholic Church, an orthodox Church, a Synagogue and a Mosque. It is in Sarajevo that the Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated, an event that led to World War I.
Belgrade is the capital of...?
Tourists that decide to visit Belgrade should certainly stop by a large park with a zoo known as Kalemegdan Park, the Belgrade Fortress (that dates all the way back to 535 BCE), and the Church of Saint Sava. Throughout history the city - which has a population of just over a million people - changed hands numerous times and once belonged to the Ottoman Empire and also to the Habsburg Empire. Nowadays the city is host to a number of international festivals.
What country is Oslo the capital of?
According to archaeological evidence the site on which the city of Oslo now stands has been inhabited ever since AD 1000. However, the city itself was only founded in 1049 and it was in the 13th or 14th century that it became the capital city. Unfortunately, the city was completely destroyed by a fire in 1624 and had to be rebuilt which led to it being called Christiania, and then Kristiania. It was not until recently - in 1925 to be exact - that it became known as Oslo.
San Marino is the capital of which of the below countries?
The population of the city of San Marino - which is known simply as Città by the locals - is incredibly small. Indeed, it is made up of only 4,128 people but it certainly feels like more people inhabit it on any certain day purely because as many as three million people visit the city every year. The city was founded all the way back in 301 by a man known as Saint Marinus as well as by a number of Christian refugees.
Monaco is the capital of...?
According to statistics from 2016, the city of Monaco - which is located on a headland right beside the Mediterranean Sea and hence is known as "The Rock" - is inhabited by 38,400 people. In ancient times the city of Monaco was known as Monoikos. Indeed, the city was only renamed as Monaco during the Middle Ages. The city of Monaco is rather quiet and still looks a lot like it looked back in Medieval times. Interestingly, only locals are allowed to drive vehicles within the limits of the city.
Chisinau is the capital of which country?
The city of Chisinau - which is also known as Kishinev - has a population of about half a million people, at least according to statistics from 2014. As is so often the case, no one knows exactly as to where the name "Chisinau" comes from but it is known that the city - or rather, a version of it - was founded back in 1436 although back then it was nothing more than a monastery village. The city is known for its many Soviet-style buildings.
Match Valletta to the country.
The population of the city of Valletta - a city which is also known as Il-Belt by the locals - is tiny. Indeed, according to 2014 statistics only 6,444 people inhabit the city itself. The city was built in the 16th century and some of the buildings that date back to this time can still be seen in the city of Valletta to this day. As such, it is not surprising that in 1980 all of the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which of the below countries is Skopje the capital of?
According to archaeological evidence, the site on which the city of Skopje is built has been inhabited ever since 4000 BC. It was once ruled by the Romans which is when the city was known as Scupi. The city itself changed hands a number of times and was once controlled by the Ottoman Turks as well as the Bulgarian Army. According to recent statistics, the city is inhabited by around half a million people and tourists often visit it for its 12th century bazaar.
Podgorica is the capital of...?
It is known that the area of Podgorica has been inhabited since prehistoric times although the city itself was founded sometime before the 11th century. Today, the city of Podgorica has a population of 150,977 people and as is so often the case, throughout history it changed hands on numerous occasions, first falling to the Ottoman Empire and then to the Turks. Those who visit the city today almost always stop by Lake Skadar, Ostrog Monastery and the Tara River Canyon.
Match Pristina to the country.
The city of Pristina - also known as Priština - has a population of around 200,000 people and is located very close to the Goljak mountains. It is believed that the site on which the city stands has been inhabited ever since the Paleolithic period and has changed hands a number of times throughout history. No one is sure what the name Pristina stands for although a couple of theories exist. The city of Pristina is mostly inhabited by Albanians.
What country is Andorra la Vella the capital of?
The picturesque city of Andorra la Vella is located in the Pyrenees mountains. The population of the city is rather small. Indeed, only 22,886 people inhabit the capital city although its urban area is closer to 40,000 people. The country of which Andorra la Vella is the capital of is known as a tax haven and the city itself is known as a ski resort. The city, or rather the site on which it stands today, was first inhabited in the Neolithic era.