Where in the world was this photo taken?

Journey around the world with 24 alumni from different cities, and see if you can guess where they each call home.

March 11, 2026

A gif of the quiz photographs, designed to appear in polaroid style, layered on top of each other.

Is seeing more of the world on your list for 2026? Or are you a travel buff who wants to test your knowledge of international locales? Either way, you’re in luck!

Since 2022, we’ve been featuring global graduates in My Town—our ongoing story series devoted to sharing insider travel tips from alumni around the world. To date, we’ve featured 24 graduates and the places they call home, and in this quiz, we’re highlighting one photo from each of their My Town stories. 

Your challenge is to guess the city, country, or region where the photo was taken. Whether it’s a scene of sparkling waterfalls or lantern-lit streets, you’ll be prompted to select the location you think matches the view on display. Our top tip: look closely. There might be some clues hiding in the shot.

Along the way, you’ll learn some interesting trivia about two dozen unique locales. We’ve also linked to each My Town story in case you want to learn more. Good luck!

This serene view of boats and buildings in Húsavík’s main harbour area can be seen in which country?
Hùsavík’s main harbour area.
Photo by Magdalena Migdal
At Luna Park, visitors can ride on the oldest operating wooden rollercoaster in the Southern Hemisphere. It is the oldest theme park in which country?
Entrance of Luna Park in Melbourne, Australia.
Photo courtesy of Dave Lim
This stunning coastline in Dar es Salaam can be found in which country?
A long shot capture of Dar es Salaam's coastline.
© Antonio / Adobe Stock
Decorated with thousands of lanterns in different shapes and sizes, Luong Nhu Hoc Lantern Street comes to life during Mid-Autumn Festival in…
A vibrant capture of Luong Nhu Hoc Lantern Street in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
© Quang Ho / Adobe Stock
A professional musher runs a team of dogs in the annual Thebacha Sled Dog Race, which takes place in which Canadian city?
A team of five dogs pulling a professional musher along a snowy path.
Photo by P. Chaillon / Epéchile Production
This skeleton of a blue whale is one of the many skeletal structures exhibited in the Natural History Museum, located in…
A blue whale skeleton suspended from the ceiling in the Natural History Museum.
Photo courtesy of Hana Dethlefsen
The Octávio Frias de Oliveira Bridge consists of an X-shaped pillar connecting two tracks—the only bridge in the world with this design. Which country is it located in?
The Octávio Frias de Oliveira Bridge captured in a long shot, in front of the yellow glow of setting sun behind a collection of clouds.
Photo courtesy of Avril Espinosa-Malpica
Tumpak Sewu Waterfall is arguably the most impressive waterfall in this country. Which country is it? Hint: It’s made up of more than 17,000 islands!
A lush, green, cave-like image of the Tumpak Sewu Waterfall.
© Travel Wild / Adobe Stock 
This is an aerial shot of which American city's skyline during sunset?
An urban jungle: New York City's skyline reflecting an orange, pink hue due to the setting sun.
Photo courtesy of Mikaela Gauer
Pachamanca (literally, “earth oven”) is the process of cooking food in the ground using pre-heated stones. In which country is it a traditional practice?
A heated stone, cooking seasoned meat and vegetables in Pachamanca style.
© elartedenada / Adobe Stock
If you climbed the 225 steps to the top of the Clérigos Tower (left), you’d enjoy a 360 degree view of this charming city, whose historic centre has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Which city is this?
A pink and yellow sky, background for the Clérigos Tower standing amidst shorter-storey architecture and greenery.
Photo courtesy of Robyn Freiheit
This is the official bird of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada’s easternmost province. Which species is it?
An Atlantic puffin stands on rocky ground, facing a body of water, blurred in the photograph.
Photo courtesy of Amy Dawson
This gargoyle, perched on the Notre-Dame Cathedral, keeps watch over which city?
A close up of a gargoyle, with Paris' cityscape in the background.
Photo courtesy of Patricia Gajo
Ochazuke is a traditional food of which country?
A traditional spread of Ochazuke on a light wood table.
Photo courtesy of Hannah Edward
Camana Bay, a purpose-built, residential, retail, and office waterfront town, lines the coast of…
A view of the Camana Bay, lining teal blue water.
Photo by Eric Laudonien/ Adobe Stock
These colourful shophouses line the streets of Joo Chiat, a charming neighbourhood that has won several architectural and heritage awards. In which country is Joo Chiat located?
A pastel blue, green, orange, and pink shophouses, with bright terracotta roofs.
Photo by mehdi33300
At the Museum of the Future, visitors are invited to imagine alternative futures and all that’s possible when we work together to tackle global challenges. Where is this unique museum located?
A capture of the Museum of Future, detailed with Arabic scripture around its silver, ovular exterior.
Photo by Lyonerov, CC BY-SA 4.0  
A stunning and central feature of the Canadian town of Keremeos is the Similkameen River. Which Canadian province does it flow through?
A scenic capture of the green-hued Similkameen River, with a mountain range in the background.
© Lynda / Adobe Stock
Which country is home to Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn, located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya river?
A yellow, orange sky with Wat Arun (the Temple of Dawn) the focus of the photograph..
Photo courtesy of Sony Tsai
This bird is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s national birds. What is its name?
A vibrant red scarlet ibis, with green and brown forest blurred in the background.
Photo by David Brown Photography
Which West Coast city does this famous pier belong to?
An extreme long shot of the Santa Monia Pier, with the ferris wheel and roller coaster identifiable in the distance.
Photo courtesy of Cole Walliser
L’Escalade is a celebration of which city’s successful defence against a surprise attack in 1602?
A scene of adults and children walking along the street with the Swiss flag, flame-lit torches, and carriages.
Photo courtesy of Courtney Wilson
This cocktail bar overlooks the Nairobi National Park, the only national park in the world located in a capital city. In which country will you find this park?
A swimming pool with yellow and red curved beach chairs facing the park's landscape.
Photo courtesy of Anita Mwango Moragia
This vibrant community shuttle helps citizens get around which US state?
A blue and yellow trolley driving along the street, shaded by a canopy of trees.
Photo courtesy of Alivia Prattas

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5 Min
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7 Min
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The last “acceptable” prejudice
Bruce Grierson
9 Min
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6 Min
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7 Min

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