Dambulla, situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, is best known for its rock temple complex that has been in use for over two thousand years. The Dambulla Cave Temple, also called the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is made up of five caves carved into a granite outcrop, filled with over 150 Buddha statues and intricate wall paintings. These caves were first used by King Valagamba in the 1st century BCE as a refuge during exile, and later transformed into a sacred site.

Nestled between two nature parks and the Rhône River, picturesque Arles will absolutely delight any traveler to the south of France. Situated near Marseille in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, Arles boasts small town charm and its architectural treasures have been heavily influenced by the city’s role as an ancient Roman capital.

Whether you come to marvel at the Northern Lights, the ice sculptures at the World Ice Art Championships or the pure wilderness, there is so much to see and do in Fairbanks! This charming town is full of Native culture, warm hospitality and pioneer spirit.

Mongolia, a landlocked nation between Russia and China, is defined by vast steppes, dramatic mountain ranges, and the sweeping expanse of the Gobi Desert. Known for its nomadic traditions, the country preserves a way of life that has endured for centuries.

Ankara, the capital of Turkey, sits on the Anatolian plateau and reflects the country’s layered history more quietly than Istanbul, yet with equal depth.