High on a hill, dominating the sea, Loreto is a small city that lives solely for the "Santa Casa", one of the most famous and revered monuments of Christianity. According to tradition, it was the Virgin Mary's birth house, which up until that time was kept intact and venerated in Palestine, then flown by angels from Nazareth to the Adriatic Coast and set on a green hill of laurels on the night of December 10, 1294; hence the name Loreto.
Saint-Pierre is a historic coastal town in northern Martinique, set between the Caribbean Sea and the slopes of Mount Pelée. Once the island’s principal port and commercial centre, the town was destroyed by the volcano’s eruption and later rebuilt around surviving ruins and archaeological remains. Today, Saint-Pierre is recognized as a Town of Art and History, with a landscape that combines the sea, volcanic mountain, historic streets, and remnants of the former city.
Heidelberg, located along the scenic banks of the Neckar River in southwestern Germany, is a city steeped in history, culture, and charm. Known for its prestigious university, which is one of the oldest in Europe, the city draws visitors with its picturesque old town, medieval architecture, and vibrant academic atmosphere.
Amboise has 12,000 inhabitants and is in the heart of Touraine, in the land of chateaux. It is a town both traditional and modern, lively and quiet. In Amboise, there is a royal castle set above the Loire Valley and is a strong point extensively embellished during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Almería is a coastal city and provincial capital in southeastern Spain, facing the Mediterranean Sea. It lies between a working port, dry coastal plains, and rugged mountains in one of the driest areas of mainland Europe.