Asia is the largest continent in the world with 48 countries. Do you know the names of the capital of each country in Asia? Take our capitals of Asia quiz and find out!
The Asian capital quiz consists of 10 multiple choice questions. For every correct answer, we will reward you with a fun fact about the country or city in question. If you choose the wrong answer, you can keep trying until you get it right.
Capitals of Asia Quiz
Let's start with an easy question: What is the capital of Thailand?
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand
In the Thai language, Bangkok is called Krung Thep - City of Angels. Planning a trip to Thailand? Check out our recommendations for the best day trips from Bangkok
What is the capital of China?
Beijing!
Literally translated, Beijing means "The Northern Capital". In its rich history, the city has already changed its name 16 times.
Can you name the Asian capital of Nepal?
Kathmandu
Here is a fun fact about Nepal for you: Kathmandu has the highest density of UNESCO World Heritage Sites of any capital city of the world.
Let's move more to the western part of the Asian continent: What is the capital of the United Arab Emirates?
Abu Dhabi!
Abu Dhabi is also the largest of the seven Emirates of the UAE and six times larger than the other six combined.
What is the capital city of Vietnam?
Hanoi!
And here is your well-deserved fun fact: The property tax in Vietnam is based on the width of a building. Therefore, many houses in Hanoi are built awkwardly narrow. But not all buildings in Vietnam are tiny and uncomfortable. If you are planning a trip to Vietnam, check out the best hostels in Vietnam here.
What is the capital city of Kyrgyzstan in Central Asia?
Bishkek!
Correct! The national dish of Kyrgyzstan is called Beshbarmak and is a stew with horse meat. We visited Bishkek last year and had a great time in and around this amazing city. Read our trip report here.
What is the capital of Iraq?
Baghdad
From the 11th until the 13th century, Baghdad was considered the largest city in the world and supposedly the first city to reach one million inhabitants.
Difficult question: What is the capital of Myanmar?
Naypyidaw!
In 2005, the capital of Myanmar was moved from Yangon to Naypyidaw. This artificial city is eight times the size of New York City with around one million inhabitants.
How well do you know the capitals of Asia? What is the capital of Qatar?
Doha!
Camel racing is one of the most popular sports in Qatar
Last Question: What is the capital city of Japan?
Tokyo!
Correct! Tokyo is a city of superlatives and also has the busiest train station in the world: Shinjuku Station. If you are planning a trip to Japan, check out our helpful hotel finding tool for Tokyo.
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Interesting trivia questions, I’ve visited a few but – unfortunately – not all. Got me at question 6, tho. I had no idea what the capital of Kyrgyzstan is 🙂
CIA World Factbook shows the capital of Burma as Rangoon.
But it also states that the administrative capital is Nay Pyi Taw. Oddly, the CIA factbook lists the country as Burma even though it is officially called Myanmar…
I got all i like the guestion it was easy8-)
:)Good