Which city is called "Golden city"?
Correct answer: D. Johannesburg
- A. London
- B. Mumbai
- C. Colombo
- D. Johannesburg
Explanation
Johannesburg is called the Golden City or City of Gold because it grew around the gold discoveries on the Witwatersrand. This nickname refers to the city's mining history.
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