The music, the costumes, the performances, the joy. Just a handful of things that the Eurovision Song Contest is known for.
Since it began in 1956, Eurovision has reached millions of people across the world and has since become the longest running annual TV music competition of all time.
With more than 60 years of history, hundreds of hours of live television and participation from 52 countries, it’s safe to say that the contest comes with some BIG numbers. But how well do you know the facts and figures of Eurovision? Take the quiz to find out!
This article was published in April 2023 and updated in May 2024
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