Nestled between Switzerland and Austria, Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, is a charming alpine destination with a blend of modern culture and medieval history. Overlooked by the stunning Vaduz Castle, the official residence of the reigning prince, this small yet vibrant city offers breathtaking views of the Rhine Valley and surrounding mountains

Santos is a coastal city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, located on São Vicente Island along the Atlantic Ocean. It is best known as the home of the Port of Santos, the largest port in Latin America and one of the most important shipping centers in the Southern Hemisphere.

Tozeur is an oasis city in southwestern Tunisia, located on the northern edge of the Sahara near the vast salt lake of Chott el-Jerid. Its extensive date-palm groves create a green belt around a city otherwise surrounded by dry plains and desert landscapes. Tozeur is especially recognized for its distinctive brick architecture, with geometric patterns formed from small, locally made bricks decorating walls and gateways.

Leiden or Leyden, city in the western Netherlands, in Zuid-Holland (South Holland) Province, on the Old Rhine River, near The Hague. Leiden is also the site of the State University of Leiden, one of the oldest and most distinguished universities in Europe. It was the birthplace of several important Dutch painters, including Rembrandt, Jan van Goyen, and Jan Steen. During the 17th century the English settlers who became known as the Pilgrims took refuge in Leiden before leaving for North America.

The Temple of Horus at Edfu has a massive entrance pylon covered with sunk relief carvings. This Ptolemaic temple was constructed between 237 and 57 B.C.E.