Seligman is a small community in northwestern Arizona, located along the historic route of U.S. Route 66 in Yavapai County. The town sits on a high plateau surrounded by open grassland, juniper, and pinyon pine, with the rugged terrain of northern Arizona extending in every direction. Seligman is closely associated with Route 66 and is recognized as one of the places that helped preserve the character and traditions of the old highway.
Leknes sits in the heart of Norway’s Lofoten Islands, a small town shaped more by geography than by long urban history. It developed as a regional hub for farming, fishing, and transport, serving surrounding villages spread across Vestvågøy. Rather than presenting a preserved past, Leknes reflects contemporary life in the north, practical and closely tied to seasonal rhythms.
Jyväskylä is a city in central Finland surrounded by forests, lakes, and rolling hills, with Lake Jyväsjärvi forming a prominent part of its southern edge. It is the regional center of Central Finland and has a strong connection with education, design, and modern Finnish architecture. The city is known internationally for buildings designed by Alvar Aalto, whose work includes the University of Jyväskylä campus and several civic buildings.
A city in perpetual forward motion, Abu Dhabi greets visitors with gleaming skyscrapers and opulent Islamic architecture. There is much to see here, from the recently opened Louvre Abu Dhabi to the gigantic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, with its white marble splendor. Beach life and turquoise waters can be found on Saadiyat Island, Al Bateen and Corniche Beach. Tourists and locals shop at mega-malls, while outdoorsy types take Mangrove kayaking tours, where herons and pelicans fly. For thrill-seekers, the Ferrari World theme park focuses on Formula One racing and has a roller coaster with a 52-meter loop. For those interested in more relaxed sightseeing, a boat tour from the city's marina offers a breathtaking view of Abu Dhabi's skyline.
Other Popular Destinations in United Arab Emirates
Dubai
Dubai is a grandiose, extraordinarily modern metropolis in the United Arab Emirates. Visitors will marvel at the dramatic skyline, the musical Dubai Fountain and the manmade archipelago right offshore that features a major resort.
Al Ain
Al Ain is located about 160 km east of Abu Dhabi, and has its own international airport, which opened in 1994. Its many attractions include camel races, ancient forts, a zoo, museums, and the Jabal Hafit Mountain.