the API can call certain zone info.

Location Functions

These functions are related to the current location of the player and how it is displayed.

GetMinimapZoneText() - Returns the zone text, that is displayed over the minimap.
GetRealZoneText() - Returns either instance name or zone name
GetSubZoneText() - Returns the subzone text (e.g. "The Canals").
GetZonePVPInfo() - Returns PVP info for the current zone.
GetZoneText() - Returns the zone text (e.g. "Stormwind City").