Unveiling Istanbul: Historical Facts You Didn't Know
Think you know Istanbul? This quiz will take you on a journey through time.
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- Before 330 CE, what was the city of Istanbul known as?Constantinia · Augusta · New Rome · Byzantium
- Which Roman emperor rebuilt Byzantium and renamed it Augusta Antonina in honor of his son?Constantine · Justinian · Septimius Severus · Hadrian
- From 330 to 1453, what was the name of the city now known as Istanbul?Constantinople · Eastern Rome · Nova Roma · Byzantium
- In what year was the name 'Istanbul' officially adopted?1900 · 1930 · 1920 · 1950
- Which of the following is an example of a surviving Ottoman fortress in Istanbul?Dolmabahçe · Galata Tower · Hagia Sophia · Anadoluhisarı
- What was the initial name for the Topkapi Palace when it was built?Imperial Palace · New Palace · Sultans' Palace · White Palace
- Who was the ruler during the Nika Revolt which led to extensive renovations of Istanbul?Leo III · Constantine · Justinian I · Justinian II
- Who led the Greeks from Megara to capture Byzantium around 657 BCE?Theseus · Pericles · Byzas · Homer
- What did Constantine the Great name the city when he dedicated it as his capital?Constantinopolis · Nova Roma · New Rome · Byzantium
- What was uncovered at the beginning of the 21st century on Istanbul's historic peninsula?Ottoman coins · Roman ruins · Ancient temples · Neolithic artifacts
- Which famous Ottoman-era market in Istanbul has 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops?Taksim Market · Egyptian Bazaar · Spice Market · Grand Bazaar
- Which significant fortress aided the Ottomans during their siege of Istanbul?Galata · Rumelihisarı · Dolmabahçe · Anadoluhisarı