Freiburg was founded by the Dukes of Zähringen in 1120, and the layout of streets and squares of the rapidly prospering metropolis is still impressively reflected in today's cityscape.

Banjul, the capital of The Gambia, is located on St. Mary’s Island at the mouth of the Gambia River, giving it a unique waterfront setting.

Nafplion, a picturesque coastal town in the Peloponnese, is often hailed as one of Greece's most charming and romantic destinations. As the first capital of modern Greece, Nafplion boasts a rich history, evident in its well-preserved neoclassical buildings, Venetian fortresses, and Ottoman influences.

La Paz is Bolivia’s administrative capital, a city that clings to the walls of a canyon, rising from 3,600 meters to over 4,000 meters above sea level. That dramatic geography means it holds the title of the highest capital city in the world. From the crowded streets of the valley floor to the windswept plateau of El Alto, La Paz is a city of striking contrasts.

Russia attracts thousands of tourists each year who have a taste for cathedrals and monasteries, fine art, theater, museums, and the Russian culture in general.