Place
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Brasov
Nestled in the Carpathian Mountains, Brasov (Brașov) is a picturesque city that feels like it’s straight out of a fairytale. Its Gothic architecture, charming cafes, and vibrant atmosphere make it a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Whether you visit in the summer or winter, Brasov offers something for everyone. In the past, the city served as the focal point of the Burzenland (Țara Bârsei in Romanian), a region previously…
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Brazzaville
Brazzaville, situated on the north bank of the Congo River below Malebo (Stanley) Pool, is the capital city, commune, and river port of the Republic of Congo. It also served as the former capital of French Equatorial Africa. Established in 1883, Brazzaville began as the village of Ntamo, which was “purchased” by the French and transformed into a European administrative and residential hub. Until the early 1960s, the city’s centre…
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Bucharest
Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. It is a major economic and cultural center in the country, with a diverse and growing economy. The city is also a popular tourist destination, known for its elegant architecture, rich history, and vibrant nightlife. This town is the most economically developed city in Romania, producing around 21% of the country’s GDP and about one-quarter of its industrial production. The city…
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Buea
Buea is a city located in the Southwest Region of Cameroon, a country in Central Africa. It is the capital of the Southwest Region and is situated at the foot of Mount Cameroon, the highest mountain in Central and West Africa. Buea had a population of approximately 300,000 people in 2013 and is known for its mild climate and beautiful scenery. Located in Fako Division, it was formerly the capital…
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Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is the capital city of Argentina and since 1994 the city has had autonomy status. Buenos Aires is the birthplace of the current pope, Francis (former Archbishop of Buenos Aires), and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands. It is a famous tourist destination and is among the cities with the highest quality of life in Latin America. Due to immigration, its architecture is a mix of styles of Art…
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African Countries
Cameroon
Cameroon is a country located in Central Africa and its capital city is Yaoundé. It is bordered by Nigeria to the west, Chad to the northeast, the Central African Republic to the east, Gabon and the Republic of Congo to the south, and Equatorial Guinea to the southwest. The country has a population of over 26 million people and its official languages are English and French. The country is divided…
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Canberra
Canberra is the capital city of Australia. Founded following the federation of the colonies of Australia as the seat of government for the new nation, it is Australia’s largest inland city and the eighth-largest city overall. The city is located at the northern end of the Australian Capital Territory at the northern tip of the Australian Alps, the country’s highest mountain range. As of June 2021, Canberra’s estimated population was…
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Canillo
Canillo (Catalan pronunciation: [kəˈniʎu]) is one of the parishes of Andorra. Canillo is also the name of the main town of the parish The highest parish in the Principality of Andorra is also the gateway to the Canillo, Soldeu and El Tarter de Grandvalira sectors, the largest ski area in the Pyrenees. You can practise all types of sports and activities related to snow. In summer, have fun with more than 115 mountain hiking…
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Cape Coast
Cape Coast, situated at the heart of Ghana’s coastline, extends from a low promontory into the Gulf of Guinea within the Atlantic Ocean, approximately 75 miles (120 km) southwest of the Ghanaian capital, Accra. During the 15th century, the Portuguese established a post at this location, and later in the 16th century, the British arrived. The town, among the oldest in the country, developed around Cape Coast Castle, initially constructed…
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Cape Town
Cape Town, located in South Africa, is a city with a rich history and unique geography. Nestled between Table Mountain and Table Bay, the first settlement of Cape Town was bounded by Lion’s Head and Lion’s Rump to the northwest, Devil’s Peak to the south, and marshlands and the sandy Cape Flats to the east. These natural features played a significant role in shaping the direction of Cape Town’s growth…