Geneva is a cosmopolitan metropolis proud of her traditions. It is the international meeting place of many worldwide organizations including the United Nations and W.H.O. The symbol of the city, the Jet D'Eau is located on the picturesque lake which is surrounded by the splendid gardens and parks. The elegant city has an astonishing variety of boutiques and department stores filled with every imaginable item.
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. Once an important settlement for the Hittites, Phrygians, Romans, and Byzantines, Ankara rose to national prominence in the 20th century when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk chose it as the heart of the modern Turkish Republic. Today, it functions as Turkey’s political center while preserving traces of its ancient and Ottoman past.
From the Caribbean Sea on one side to the Pacific Ocean on the other, Central America is home to lush rainforests, volcanic peaks, and vibrant coastal towns.