Question 1: Devetashka Cave is in which country?
- Bulgaria
- Serbia
- Greece
Correct Answer: Bulgaria
Fact: This European country boasts many archaeological treasures, including the Thracian tombs of Kazanlak, Roman ruins, and Devetashka Cave, pictured above. Sofia, the capital, juxtaposes modernity with historic landmarks, including the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
Question 2: Which action movie was shot at Devetashka Cave?
- Furious 7
- The Expendables 2
- Extraction 2
Correct Answer: The Expendables 2
Fact: The movie reunited a cast of action stars and was filmed at the Devetashka Cave in 2011. The movie caused some controversy amid claims that filming had disturbed many of the cave's thousands of bats. However, by the end of 2012, most of the bats were back.
Question 3: What city in Bulgaria is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
- Varna
- Nesebar
- Veliki Preslav
Correct Answer: Nesebar
Fact: Nesebar, also known as the 'Pearl of the Black Sea,' was added to the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1983. This 3,000-year-old town features remnants of Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule. Nesebar's architecture echoes its diverse past, with well-preserved churches, fortress walls, and wooden houses.