Sinaloa
Sinaloa, in Northwest Mexico, comprises 18 municipalities, and Culiacán Rosales serves as its capital. It is located opposite Baja California Sur, across the Gulf of California.
Burkina Faso
Who would have thought, back in the tumultuous coup and counter coup days of the 1970s, that Burkina Faso would become the cultural darling of West Africa? Unlikely as it seems, Burkina Faso has become the Utah of West Africa, hosting a biennial film festival that rivals the Sundance Film Festival for cultural clout. When it's not hosting film festivals, it's busy organizing its other biennial cultural festival.
Lipari
The island of Lipari is known for its stunning landscapes, and it provides excellent opportunities for hiking and boating.
Dusseldorf
The commercial and cultural center for the Ruhr region on the Rhine River, Duseldorff is also the site of the Felderhof Cave where Neanderthal man was found in 1856.
Vientiane
Vientiane, the serene capital of Laos, offers a charming blend of historical significance and cultural richness. Nestled along the Mekong River, this laid-back city is renowned for its picturesque temples and colonial architecture. The That Luang stupa, Vientiane’s most revered landmark, is an impressive golden monument that stands as a symbol of Lao sovereignty and Buddhism.
