Thursday, 19 May 2011

Can you guess the city?

Clues:-
  • In 1297 Francois Grimaldi took the Rock of Monaco and in 1512 France recognized Monaco’s independence.
  • In 1869 Direct taxes were abolished and in 1929 this city hosted its first motor Grand Prix.
  • In 2005 Prince Rainier III, head of the Grimaldi family, died.
  • This city is famous for show-off. The most famous building here is not Royal palace but the casino.
  • Wealthy residents of this city are fond of sports cars and yatchs.
  • This city is famous for fairytealish princess grace of Monaco.

Ans:- This is the city of MONTE CARLO


Clues:-
  • In 1156 Prince Yury Dolgoruky, credited as founder of the city, fortified this city with a moat and wooden walls.
  • In 1812 Napolean and his troops briefly occupied the city.
  • In 1917 The Great October Revolation heralded the coming of communism to the city.
  • In 1991 A political coup failed, triggering the end of communism.
  • In 2004 President Vladimir Putin was re-elected in a landslide election.
  • Underground railway of this city is famous for palace like interiors.
  • This capital of Russia is famous for Red Square and Kremlin palace .

Ans:- This is the city of MOSCOW



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