Albany is the capital of the state of New York. Albany is noted for the Empire State Plaza, which houses government buildings and the New York State Museum.

Polonnaruwa, located in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province, served as the island’s capital nearly a thousand years ago. Today, it offers one of the most extensive and well-preserved archaeological sites in South Asia. Visitors can walk among the ruins of royal palaces, Buddhist monasteries, and intricately carved stone temples. One of the highlights of Polonnaruwa is the Gal Vihara, a group of colossal Buddha statues carved directly into granite.

Jena is surrounded by limestone slopes about 400 m high, botanical and geological features ,amongst which are 40 types of orchids. Jena is also famous for the Optical Museum.

Rijeka sits at the head of Kvarner Bay on Croatia’s northern Adriatic, shaped by its long role as a port city at the crossroads of empires.

Kananaskis, located in the foothills and front ranges of the Canadian Rockies in Alberta, is a vast region celebrated for its rugged mountains, alpine lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Unlike nearby Banff or Jasper, Kananaskis is less developed and offers a quieter, more wilderness-focused experience while still being easily accessible from Calgary.