Discover how much you know about Cardiff, the vibrant capital of Wales, with our engaging quiz. From historical milestones and famous landmarks to cultural elements and noteworthy events, this quiz is designed to challenge and inform.
1. What year did Cardiff gain city status?
1905
1851
1931
1914
2. Which famous international event does Cardiff host biannually?
Cardiff Half Marathon
Six Nations Rugby
BBC Cardiff Singer of the World
Cardiff International Food Festival
3. Which landmark in Cardiff is known for its mock-medieval architecture and 2000 years of history?
Wales Millennium Centre
St David's Hall
Pierhead Building
Cardiff Castle
4. Which permanent fixture of traditional Welsh culture has been hosted multiple times in Cardiff?
National Eisteddfod
Urdd Eisteddfod
Royal Welsh Show
Llangollen International Eisteddfod
5. In which year did Cardiff host the first National Eisteddfod?
1883
1960
1899
1938
6. Which park in Cardiff contains a permanent stone circle used during Eisteddfodau, installed in 1978?
Victoria Park
Bute Park
Thompson's Park
Roath Park
7. What significant port development greatly contributed to Cardiff's growth during the 19th century?
Liverpool Docks
Newport Docks
Bristol Docks
Cardiff Docks
8. Which sporting facility in Cardiff serves as a venue for both football and other major events?
Cardiff City Stadium
Roath Park Stadium
Cardiff Athletic Ground
Sophia Gardens
9. What is the name of the significant religious center that's the first and largest Hindu temple in Wales, located in Cardiff?
St John the Baptist Church
Llandaff Cathedral
Cardiff Cathedral
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
10. Which economic activity was core to Cardiff's growth during the Industrial Revolution?
Shipbuilding
Coal trade
Fishing industry
Textile production
11. What historic event in 1831 marked a period of social unrest in Cardiff?
Chartist Riots
Cardiff Blitz
Trial of Dic Penderyn
General Strike
12. Which Cardiff landmark serves as the home of the Senedd, the Welsh Parliament?