As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Stone Town boasts narrow, winding streets lined with towering stone buildings adorned with beautifully carved wooden doors, reflecting its rich history as a major trading hub.
Lyttelton is the largest settlement on Lyttelton Harbour, an inlet on the northwestern side of Banks Peninsula, and provides a frequent landing spot to those who are Christchurch bound.
Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, offers a captivating blend of historical charm and modern vibrancy. Founded in the 8th century, Aarhus boasts a rich history that visitors can explore at the Old Town Museum, an open-air museum that recreates Danish life through the ages with its historical buildings and interactive exhibits. The city's medieval roots are also visible in the well-preserved Aarhus Cathedral.
Who would have thought, back in the tumultuous coup and counter coup days of the 1970s, that Burkina Faso would become the cultural darling of West Africa? Unlikely as it seems, Burkina Faso has become the Utah of West Africa, hosting a biennial film festival that rivals the Sundance Film Festival for cultural clout. When it's not hosting film festivals, it's busy organizing its other biennial cultural festival.
A historic capital in the heart of the Balkans, Belgrade will absolutely charm you with its picturesque cafés, striking religious monuments, riveting museums, and thriving nightlife.