Central African Republic, republic in central Africa, bordered on the north by Chad, on the east by Sudan, on the south by Zaire and the Republic of the Congo, and on the west by Cameroon. The landlocked nation has an area of 622,436 sq. km (about 240,323 sq. mi). Bangui is the capital and largest city.

Piombino is a coastal city on a promontory in southern Tuscany, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago. Its position on the Etruscan Coast has shaped both its history and its modern identity, with a working port, maritime traditions, and access to beaches and protected coastal areas. The historic center occupies the older part of the promontory, where medieval and Renaissance buildings stand within sections of the former defensive walls.

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.

Santarém is a city in central Brazil, located where the Tapajós River meets the Amazon. Its position at this confluence has made it a hub of riverine trade and cultural exchange for centuries, blending Indigenous traditions with Portuguese colonial influence.

Karlstad, Sweden, is a city that elegantly combines natural beauty with cultural charm. Situated on the banks of Lake Vänern, Sweden’s largest lake, Karlstad is renowned for its picturesque waterfront and abundant sunshine. The city’s Värmlands Museum provides an enriching experience with its exhibits on local history, art, and the region's unique cultural heritage.