Ponte de Lima sits along the Lima River in northern Portugal and is often regarded as the country’s oldest town. Its identity centers on the medieval bridge that spans the river, parts of which date back to Roman times and still structure how the town is experienced today.
Dakhla is a coastal city in Morocco’s far southwest, situated on a narrow peninsula that extends into a large Atlantic lagoon. Its setting creates a striking contrast between the dry desert landscape inland and the sheltered blue waters along the coast. Dakhla is an important regional centre for fishing, commerce, and transport, while its lagoon has made the city increasingly known for water sports.
Bulgaria is a republic in southeastern Europe. The capital and largest city is Sofiya. Bulgarian culture has been influenced successively by Byzantine, Greek, Russian, and Western cultures.
Graz, Austria's second-largest city, is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and modernity. Its well-preserved medieval old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites visitors to stroll through cobblestone streets lined with Renaissance courtyards and Baroque façades. At the heart of the city is the Schlossberg, a forested hill crowned by the iconic clock tower, Uhrturm.