The turnoff for Locarno is located near Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino. By train, Locarno is well served from Zurich and Milan, as it is by road. Lovers of beautiful landscapes starting out from Geneva and Lausanne owe it to themselves to pass through Simplon and the Centovalli by taking the picturesque little train that links Domodossola to Locarno.
Utrecht, a charming city in the Netherlands, offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and modern vibrancy. Dominated by its striking Dom Tower, the tallest church tower in the Netherlands, Utrecht invites visitors to climb its 465 steps for panoramic views of the city and the surrounding countryside.
Libourne, located in northern Gironde, is a picturesque town known for its rich history and vibrant wine culture. Founded in 1270 as a bastide by Roger de Leybourne, Libourne has long been a key port for the wine trade, particularly for the renowned vineyards of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. Visitors can explore the charming town center, which features the beautiful Place Abel-Surchamp, surrounded by traditional arcades and lively farmers markets. The town hall, with its grand interior and historic
Arikok National Park, covering nearly 20% of Aruba, is a striking showcase of the island’s rugged landscapes, cultural history, and biodiversity. Unlike the postcard image of Aruba’s white-sand beaches, Arikok reveals a wilder side, with windswept hills, desert-like terrain, and dramatic limestone cliffs meeting the sea.
A shallow lake at over 3200 feet above sea level in central west Kenya, it is the home of the Kamasya and Njamus who raise cattle and crops and fish for tilapia. The lake covers about 50 square miles.
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.