World Capitals Wordsearch
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World Capitals Wordsearch
Ten capital cities from around the globe are hiding in the grid. How many can you find?
World Capitals Wordsearch
Introduction
This free world capitals wordsearch sends you on a trip around the globe to find ten capital cities hiding in the 12x12 grid. Somewhere among the letters you will find ULAANBAATAR, REYKJAVIK, CANBERRA, ZAGREB, HELSINKI, VALLETTA, PRETORIA, NAIROBI, BOGOTA and OTTAWA. Your job is to locate them all.
Words can run in any direction including diagonally, so search every corner of the grid carefully. Drag or swipe across the letters to make your selection, and each capital highlights the moment you find it. The Reveal Solution toggle is there whenever you need it.
The puzzle works on any device with no download and no account needed. It makes a great activity for geography fans, quiz enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys a satisfying word puzzle.
FAQ
How do I play the world capitals wordsearch?
Tap or click on the first letter of a word and drag to the last letter. If the word is on the list, it highlights and is crossed off automatically. Words can run in any direction, including diagonally and backwards, so take your time searching the whole grid.
What are the 10 capital cities to find?
The words are ULAANBAATAR (Mongolia), REYKJAVIK (Iceland), CANBERRA (Australia), ZAGREB (Croatia), HELSINKI (Finland), VALLETTA (Malta), PRETORIA (South Africa), NAIROBI (Kenya), BOGOTA (Colombia) and OTTAWA (Canada), chosen to cover six continents and test even dedicated geography fans.
Where is Valletta?
Valletta is the capital of Malta, a small island nation in the central Mediterranean. It is one of the smallest capital cities in the European Union by both area and population, but has an exceptionally rich history. Valletta was founded by the Knights of St John in 1566 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is the capital of Mongolia?
Ulaanbaatar is the capital and largest city of Mongolia. It sits in the north of the country at an altitude of over 1,300 metres and is one of the coldest capital cities in the world. Around half of Mongolia's entire population lives there.
Can I use the Reveal Solution option?
Yes. Toggle the Reveal Solution switch above the grid at any time to see where all the remaining capitals are hiding. There is no penalty for using it.
Does the wordsearch work on mobile?
Yes. The puzzle is built for touchscreens as well as mouse and keyboard. Swipe across the letters to select a word, just as you would drag with a mouse on desktop.
Is this wordsearch free?
Completely free, with no login, no download and no time limit.
Are there other free puzzles on Quiz-Zing?
Yes. The puzzles section includes free wordsearches for Olympic Sports, Shakespeare, Greek Mythology, Musical Instruments, Cocktails and more, all playable online without an app.