Iconic structures throughout history. Play Famous Buildings trivia solo to sharpen your knowledge, or challenge a friend head-to-head in Trivia Tango — every question comes with an explanation so you learn as you play. Questions span every level, from easy warm-ups to expert-level stumpers, so there's a real challenge here however much you already know.
A mix of easy, medium and hard — questions run from warm-up to expert, so there's a real challenge at every level. Think you know the answers? Play to find out.
This iron lattice tower in Paris was built for the 1889 World's Fair and stands 1,083 feet tall.
Difficulty: EasyThis massive limestone and granite structure near Cairo is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Difficulty: MediumThis concrete shell structure in Mexico City by Félix Candela uses hyperbolic paraboloid forms to span large spaces with minimal material.
Difficulty: HardThis ancient stone fortification stretching over 13,000 miles was built to protect Chinese states from invasions.
Difficulty: EasyThis iconic Chicago skyscraper features a distinctive bundled tube design and was once the world's tallest building.
Difficulty: MediumThis Finnish architect designed the Paimio Sanatorium with bent plywood furniture and pioneered humanistic modernism emphasizing connection to nature.
Difficulty: HardThis copper statue in New York Harbor was a gift from France and holds a torch in her raised right hand.
Difficulty: EasyThis Art Deco skyscraper in New York features eagle gargoyles and a distinctive stainless steel crown.
Difficulty: Medium