Thursday, 19 May 2011

Can you guess these cities..?

Clues:-
  • This city of Tanzania was founded in 1862 when by sultan of Zanzibar as summer residence.
  • In 1891 it became capital of German East Africa and in 1916 the British occupied the city, but German forces resist until 1918.
  • In 1961 the British granted Tanganyika independence, this city becomes the new capital.
  • In 1998 the al Qaeda terrorist network bombs the US embassy; 10 people killed, mostly Africans.
  • Sultan Barghash was the ruler who stopped slave trade here in 1872.

    Ans:- This is the city of DAR ES SALAAM


  • Clues:-
    • In 2500BC the name Dimashqa first appeared in written records.
    • In 732BC Assyrians conquered this city and in AD661 the Umayyad Empire, which extended from Central Asia to Spain, made this city as capital.
    • In 1400 Mongol leader Timur (Tamerlane) pillages and burns the city, relocating most of its craftsmen to Samarkand.
    • In 1946 With Syrian independence from France, and this city remains the capital.
    • This city is known for Saladin, the model of chivalry who was equally respected by Muslims and Christians.

    Ans:- This is the city of DAMASCUS


  • Clues:-
    • In 1833 Members of the Bani Yas tribe settled near this city's Creek.
    • In 1966 Oil was discovered and that was quantum jump for this city . In 1969 this city exported oil for the first time.
    • In 1971 it became part of the newly formed United Arab Emirates (UAE).
    • In 2001 Construction work began on The Palm development.
    • Known for its real estate boom, "The world" - a world map shaped islands project is the landmark here in addition to Burj.

  • Ans:- This is the city of DUBAI


    Clues:-
    • In 1005BC The United Kingdom of Israel, under King David, established this city as its capital.
    • In AD70 The Romans destroyed the city , leaving little standing.
    • In AD638 Arabs led by Caliph Umar in al-Khattab captured this city.
    • In 1099 Crusaders briefly established the Kingdom here
    • In 1967 Israel forces occupied Arab East part of the city.
    • Known for Temple Mount and Al Aqsa mosque, places holiest to both Jews and muslims,


  • Ans:- This is the city of JERUSALEM



  • Clues:-
    • In 1866 this city was founded with the discovery of gold.
    • in 1922 A white miners strike (the Rand Revolt) led to a bloody three- month conflict.
    • In 1940 many blacks started to be forcibly relocated to the South-Western townships (Soweto)
    • In 1948 The National Party established a formal system of Apartheid (racial segregation)
    • In 1976 Police gunned down student protestors in Soweto as unrest against Aparthied grows.
    • Hector Pieterson Museum reminds of the Aparthied in this city.

    Ans:- This is the city of JOHANNESBURG

    Clues:-
  • In 300BC Records of the Persian Achaemenids referred to a settlement known as Kabura.
  • In 1504 Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur, the first Mughal emperor, captured this city and made it his capital.
  • In 1738 Nadir Shah of Persia, founder of the Afsarid dynasty, captured this city of Afghanistan.
  • In 1939 the USSR invaded Afghanistan and occupied this city on 23 December 2004
    Hamid Karzai presided over the first democratically elected Afghan legislator.
  • Founder of Afghanistan, Ahmed Shah who even captured Delhi in 1756 belonged to this city , which is known for Babur, Timur Shah and Nadir Shah.

  • Ans:- This is the city of KABUL


    Clues:-
  • This city of morocco was found in 1062 and in 1912 this city became a protectorate of France and in 1956 Morocco gained independence .
  • In 1961 Hassan II became King and in 1999 Mohammed VI became King.
  • It belonged to berber tribes in past this city is known for the greatest circus on earth- the Djemma el Fna. ( the main town square) .

  • Ans:- This is the city of MARRAKESH


    Clues:-
  • In 1899 this city was founded originally as a railroad camp for the Uganda Railway.
  • In 1907 this city became the capital of the British East Africa Protectorate, replacing Mombasa.
  • In 1963 On 12 December, the flag of newly independent Kenya was raised in here.
  • In 1998 The al Qaeda terrorist network bombed the US Embassy; 213 people killed, and more then 5,000 injured.
  • In 2004 this city hosted first UN Security Council meeting ever to be held in Africa.
  • This city is known for " the Langata Giraffe Centre " and father of the nation Jomo Kenyatta.
    Ans:- This is the city of NAIROBI


    Clues:-
  • In 1906 this city was founded (as Ahuzat Bayit) by Jewish settlers, near the ancient
    Palestinian port of Yafa (Jaffa).
  • In 1948 Jewish forces seized Yafo and proclaim this city as the first capital of independent Israel.
  • In 1950 this city and Yafo united in a single municipality.
  • In 1970 Israel unilaterally transferred its capital to Jerusalem, but the move was not recognized in international law and most embassies remained here.
  • In 2004 this city’s white city was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO
  • Known for Yitzhak Rabin, the Nobel Laureate, soldier turned Prime Minister who was assassinated by Jew extremist.
    Ans:- This is the city of TEL AVIV – YAFO

    Clues:-
  • In 1630 Puritans from Britain settled at Shawmut and in 1770 Tea Party-locals threw 342 chests of tea into the harbor in a political protest.
  • In 1776 John Hancock signed the Declaration of independence.
  • In 2004 The the Red Sox won the World series for the first time in 86 years.
  • This city of USA is know for Benjamin Franklin, who fought for abolition of slavery.
  • this city is also known for bringing good luck by rubbing left foot of John Harvard's statue.
  • Acorn Street in Beacon Hill, Bunker Hill monument and John Hancock Tower are famous landmarks here.
    Ans:- This is the city of BOSTON

    Clues:-
  • This city of Argentina is known for "Tango" dance form and passion for soccer.
  • In 1536 first settlement was founded 1580 Second and final settlement is founded and becomes Buenos Aires.
  • In 1862 Independence from Spain was recognized.
  • In 1978 City hosted and wins World Cup and suffered economic collapse in 2001.
  • World's widest street Avenido 9 de Julio and "La Boca " the artists walkway are situated here.

  • Ans:- This is the city of BUENOS AIRES



    Clues:-
  • This city of Venezuela is the birthplace of "Simon Bolivar" - the hero of Latin American war of independence against Spain.
  • In 1560 Explorer Francisco Fajarda discovered a verdant valley farmed by local Indians and founded the city.
  • In 1810 this city became the center for the first revolt against Spanish rule. Two years later it was destroyed in an earthquake, blamed by the church on its rebel sympathies.
  • In 1920 Oil money brought a rush of development, gathering pace in the 1950s, when leading architects are invited in to replace most of the old city.
  • In 1999 Mudslides destroyed hillside slum dwellings, killing between 30,000 and 50,000 people.
  • In 2002 A right-wing media campaign to destabilize the government of Hugo Chavez resulted in a coup. Despite American backing, it lasts only one day, but the political situation remains unstable.
  • This city is center of art and parks and is blessed with wonderful climate- perpetual spring.
    Ans:- This is the city of CARACAS


    Clues:-
  • This city of USA is known for Frank LLoyd Wright- the great architect In 1779 A trading post was established on the north bank of the city's River.
  • In 1833 this city was incorporated as a town and in 1871 300 residents of this city were killed and 90,000 made homeless in the Great Fire.
  • In 1974 The Sears Tower was completed at 1,450 feet (442m) the world’s tallest building (until 1996).
  • In 2004 The Millennium Park was opened to the public.
  • Water Tower and beaches by lake Michigan famous sights here.
  • Its famous for music- zazz and blues.

  • Ans:- This is the city of CHICAGO

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