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Nyika National Park - Quiz
Contributed by: Bryan
  • 1. What is the size of the Zambian portion of Nyika National Park?
A) 150 km2
B) 80 km2
C) 50 km2
D) 200 km2
  • 2. How can Zambians access their portion of Nyika National Park?
A) By air travel only
B) Through Mozambique
C) Directly from Zambia
D) Via Malawi
  • 3. What feature did the colonial-era resthouse in the Zambian park offer?
A) A swimming pool
B) Mountain biking trails
C) Splendid views west
D) An amusement park
  • 4. What was unique about the accommodation at the colonial-era resthouse in terms of border formalities?
A) It was only accessible by invitation
B) Zambians had to pay a special tax
C) Malawians did not have to pass through any border formalities
D) Visitors needed a special permit
  • 5. When did the colonial-era resthouse in the Zambian park close?
A) 2015
B) 2005
C) 1998
D) 2010
  • 6. What is the current status of the colonial-era resthouse as of 2015?
A) Operational
B) Under renovation
C) Converted into a museum
D) Derelict
  • 7. On what date was Nyika National Park added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List?
A) December 31, 2001
B) June 15, 2005
C) January 1, 1999
D) May 17, 2000
  • 8. In which category was Nyika National Park added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List?
A) Cultural only
B) Mixed (Cultural + Natural)
C) Intangible Cultural Heritage
D) Natural only
  • 9. Has Nyika National Park been accepted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) No, it has not yet progressed to acceptance
B) It is currently under review
C) Yes, it was accepted in 2005
D) Yes, it was accepted in 2010
  • 10. Where is Nyika National Park located in relation to Lilongwe?
A) About 480 km north
B) 300 km east
C) 200 km south
D) 600 km west
  • 11. What does the name 'Nyika' mean?
A) 'Wilderness'
B) 'Where the water comes from'
C) 'High plateau'
D) 'Short grassland'
  • 12. What is a unique weather phenomenon on the Nyika Plateau during the dry season?
A) Sandstorms
B) Heatwaves
C) Chiperoni, dense fogs
D) Thunderstorms
  • 13. How many types of orchids are found on the Nyika Plateau?
A) 50
B) 100
C) Over 200
D) 300
  • 14. What is recommended for exploring the plateau itself?
A) Trekking and mountain biking
B) Scuba diving
C) Swimming
D) Skiing
  • 15. Which animal is said to have one of the highest densities in Central Africa within Nyika National Park?
A) Leopards
B) Elephants
C) Lions
D) Buffalo
  • 16. What type of vegetation dominates the escarpments and northern hill areas of Nyika?
A) Tropical rainforest
B) Brachystegia woodland and Protea scrub
C) Desert shrubs
D) Savanna grassland
  • 17. Which bird species are rare in Nyika National Park?
A) Parrots
B) Penguins
C) Flamingos
D) Denham’s bustard and the wattled crane
  • 18. What is the most impressive waterfall in Nyika National Park?
A) Niagara Falls
B) Chisanga Falls
C) Victoria Falls
D) Angel Falls
  • 19. Which camp provides recently refurbished accommodation in Nyika National Park?
A) Chelinda Camp
B) Rumphi Lodge
C) Katumbi Camp
D) Lilongwe Camp
  • 20. What is the closest game reserve to Nyika National Park?
A) Liwonde National Park
B) Vwaza Marsh Game Reserve
C) Kasungu National Park
D) Lengwe National Park
  • 21. What is the recommended mode of transport to access Nyika National Park?
A) A single dirt road from Rumphi
B) Airplane
C) Highway
D) Railway
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