Khndzoresk is a village in Armenia's Syunik Province, near the town of Goris, known for a deep gorge containing an extensive historic cave settlement. Old Khndzoresk developed along the steep sides of the gorge, where natural cavities were enlarged and adapted into homes, storage spaces, stables, and other parts of a community.
Amsterdam, the 17th century capital of Holland, is often called the "Venice of the North" due to its numerous, boat-navigable canals. Truly rich in history, the oldest part of this populous, multicultural city is Sloten, which dates all the way back to the 9th century.
Sanary-sur-Mer is a Mediterranean town on the Var coast of Provence, set around a sheltered bay between Toulon and Bandol. Its identity is closely tied to its fishing harbor, where traditional Provençal boats known as pointus remain an important feature. The waterfront is surrounded by narrow streets, small squares, cafés, and colorful façades, while beaches and wooded hills extend beyond the town center.
Rota is the southernmost island in the Northern Mariana Islands, situated between Guam and the larger islands farther north in the archipelago. Its landscape combines limestone hills, coastal cliffs, sandy beaches, forests, and small farming areas.
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Located on the coast of Sinaloa, Mexico, Mazatlán is a trendy resort town with spectacular beaches and thrilling nightlife. Centro Histórico (Old Town) and Plazuela Machado are replete with colorful, newly-restored neoclassical buildings.