GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia — Saturday, August 22, 2026

GeoBuff Daily Geography Trivia, the Saturday, August 22 edition — 10 geography questions with answers and explanations.

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In which European country would you find this iconic landmark? The answer is France. The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris, France. Built in 1889 for the World's Fair, it stands approximately 330 meters tall and is one of the most visited monuments in the world.

Which U.S. state is home to the headquarters of major pharmaceutical companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Merck, and is often called the 'Medicine Chest of the World'? The answer is New Jersey. New Jersey hosts the headquarters of numerous pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, including Johnson & Johnson in New Brunswick and Merck in Rahway, earning it a reputation as a global hub for the pharmaceutical industry.

Mount Damavand, the highest volcano in all of Asia at over 5,600 meters, is located in the Alborz mountain range of which country? The answer is Iran. Mount Damavand stands at 5,610 meters and is the highest peak in Iran and the tallest volcano in Asia. It is part of the Alborz mountain range near the southern coast of the Caspian Sea.

This ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In which country is it located? The answer is Jordan. Petra, the ancient Nabataean city carved into sandstone cliffs, is located in southern Jordan. It was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.

Galdhøpiggen, the tallest peak in Scandinavia at 2,469 meters, is located in which European country? The answer is Norway. Galdhøpiggen is the highest mountain in Norway and all of Scandinavia, situated in the Jotunheimen mountain range.

The Cliffs of Moher, towering sea cliffs rising over 200 meters above the Atlantic Ocean, are a famous natural landmark in which European country? The answer is Ireland. The Cliffs of Moher are located on the western coast of Ireland in County Clare. They stretch for about 14 kilometers and are one of Ireland's most visited natural attractions.

The 2002 critically acclaimed film 'City of God' depicts life in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro. In which South American country is this city located? The answer is Brazil. 'City of God' (Cidade de Deus) is a landmark film set in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It portrays the growth of organized crime in the housing projects of the city from the 1960s to the 1980s.

This banknote featuring prominent national figures is the official currency of which African country? The answer is Nigeria. The Naira is the official currency of Nigeria. Nigerian banknotes feature important national figures and symbols representing the country's heritage and independence.

The Seine River flows through the capital of which European country? The answer is France. The Seine is one of France's most famous rivers, flowing through Paris and emptying into the English Channel.

Which U.S. state is home to Plymouth Rock, the Freedom Trail, and Harvard University — the oldest institution of higher education in the United States? The answer is Massachusetts. Massachusetts is rich in American history. Plymouth Rock in Plymouth marks the traditional landing site of the Pilgrims in 1620, the Freedom Trail winds through historic Boston, and Harvard University was founded in Cambridge in 1636.