Hovden is part of Setesdal, a region recognized for its distinctive Norwegian folk traditions and strong rural identity. Music and dance are especially important, with the Setesdal tradition of playing the hardingfele fiddle and munnharpe jaw harp included on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The area also has a long connection with metalworking. The Hovden Museum of Iron Production presents a reconstructed iron-smelting facility and explains how local ore was processed using charcoal.

Corinna is a small, remote settlement on Tasmania’s west coast, set beside the dark waters of the Pieman River at the southern edge of takayna / Tarkine. Once a gold-mining settlement, it is now centred on a wilderness village surrounded by cool-temperate rainforest, rivers, and rugged country. Corinna has no mobile phone coverage and very limited supplies, giving it a distinctly secluded character.

Sao Paulo is Brazil’s largest city and its economic engine, shaped by waves of migration that began in the late 19th century and never truly slowed. Italians, Japanese, Lebanese, and migrants from across Brazil all left visible marks on the city’s neighborhoods, food, and cultural life.

Santos is a coastal city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, located on São Vicente Island along the Atlantic Ocean. It is best known as the home of the Port of Santos, the largest port in Latin America and one of the most important shipping centers in the Southern Hemisphere.

Ulm, Germany, a picturesque city on the banks of the Danube River, offers a rich tapestry of history and modern charm. Dominating its skyline is the Ulm Minster, home to the tallest church steeple in the world at 161.5 meters (530 feet). This Gothic masterpiece invites visitors to climb its 768 steps for a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and the surrounding countryside.