The car-less village of Murren is surrounded by the mountain peaks of Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau, all soaring over 13,000 feet.

Visitors to the state of Colima will experience mountains, volcanoes, rivers and alluring beaches. Jalisco sits to the north, and to the south lies Michoacán.

Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg in southwestern Germany, is a city celebrated for its automotive heritage, green spaces, and cultural vibrancy. Nestled in a valley surrounded by vineyards and gentle hills, Stuttgart balances modern industry with historical charm.

Ancient port and ship building center north of Edinburgh, it is now an important industrial center for Scotland.

A relatively recent addition to Costa Rica's list of national parks is Tenorio Volcano National Park, home to its namesake Tenorio Volcano as well as its taller sister, Miravalles Volcano, also the highest mountain in the Guanacaste Mountains.