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