Discover how much you know about the vibrant capital city of Romania! This quiz will test your knowledge on the history, geography, culture, and notable events of Bucuresti. Each answer comes with fascinating facts and explanations.
1. When was Bucharest first mentioned in historical documents?
1603
1520
1364
1459
2. Who is traditionally believed to have founded Bucharest?
Vlad the Impaler
Stephen the Great
Mircea the Elder
Michael the Brave
3. What is the architectural style of the Romanian Athenaeum?
Renaissance
Neoclassical
Gothic
Baroque
4. What nickname, also known as 'Micul Paris,' did Bucharest earn during the interwar period?
Little London
Mini Venice
Small Athens
Little Paris
5. Which large-scale building in Bucharest houses the Romanian Parliament?
Victoria Palace
Palace of the Parliament
Cotroceni Palace
CEC Palace
6. Which well-known festival celebrates classical music, happening every two years in Bucharest?
Romanian Peasant Fest
Europafest
Bucharest Jazz Festival
George Enescu Festival
7. When did Bucharest become the capital of Romania?
1862
1877
1859
1881
8. Which body of water is located within Bucharest's borders?
Olt River
Someș River
Dâmbovița River
Jiu River
9. What significant event took place in Bucharest in January 1941, involving the rebellion and a pogrom?
Independence declaration
Communist uprising
Legionnaires' rebellion
Royal coup
10. Which group primarily controlled Bucharest’s government after 1716?
Ottomans
Phanariotes
Russians
Habsburgs
11. What was the main cause of Bucharest's heavy damage during World War II?
Internal conflicts
Earthquakes
Nazi bombings
Allied bombings
12. Which park in Bucharest is known for being the largest botanical garden in Romania?
