Which city is also called The City of 1,000 Minarets?
Correct answer: A. Cairo
- A. Cairo
- B. Istanbul
- C. Makkah
- D. Islamabad
Explanation
Cairo is traditionally called the City of a Thousand Minarets because of its many historic mosques and minarets. The nickname refers to the city's Islamic architectural heritage rather than an exact count.
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