Central Asia stretches from the Caspian Sea in the west to China and Mongolia in the east, and from Afghanistan and Iran in the south to Russia in the north, including the former Soviet republics of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
The capital of Utah, Salt Lake City is a spectacular destination set amid the Wasatch Mountains. Ski resorts and a wealth of outdoor activities can be found here, along with performing arts, breweries and fine dining.
Zakynthos, also known as Zante, is a Greek island that captivates visitors with its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Renowned for its breathtaking beaches, the island's most famous attraction is Navagio Beach, also known as Shipwreck Beach. This picturesque cove, accessible only by boat, features an iconic shipwreck lying on powdery white sand surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs and crystal-clear turquoise waters.
Located on the Rhône River, Avignon is the city to which the Popes fled when leaving the corruption of Rome in the 14th century. The palace they built, 'Le Palais des Papes,' is a breathtaking must see.
San Gimignano, a stunning medieval hilltop town in Tuscany, Italy, is often called the "Medieval Manhattan" due to its remarkable skyline of ancient towers. Encircled by 13th-century walls, the town is a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a mesmerizing journey back in time. As you stroll along the cobbled streets of the historic center, you'll be enchanted by the preserved Romanesque and Gothic architecture, from charming piazzas to grand churches.
Mongolia has a harsh climate, with temperatures ranging between -15° and -30° C (-5° and -22° F) in winter and 10° and 26.7° C (50° and 80° F) in summer. Winters are dry, and summer rainfall seldom exceeds 380 mm (15 in) in the mountains and 125 mm (5 in) in the desert. Mongolia's capital and largest city Ulaanbaater, includes many points of interest: Mongolia's State Archives and State Public Library, which contains about 3 million volumes; the State Central Museum, which contains art treasures and antiquities; the Fine Arts Museum, with a collection of painting and sculpture; two museums with items from the revolutionary movement; and the Museum of Religion, with a collection of Lamaist relics.