Mali, located in West Africa, is a country with deep cultural roots and a history that stretches back to some of the most powerful empires in Africa.

The largest town in South Greenland, Qaqortoq is known for its colorful houses and vibrant art scene.

Stepantsminda, often still referred to as Kazbegi, is a mountain town in northern Georgia near the border with Russia. It sits in the Terek River valley along the Georgian Military Highway, one of the country’s most important historic roads through the Caucasus Mountains.

Astoria, Oregon is the state's oldest city. Located on the Columbia River near the Pacific Ocean, Astoria is rich in history, including fishing, canning and the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Westport is a coastal town on the northwest side of New Zealand’s South Island, located near the mouth of the Buller River. The town serves as one of the main settlements of the Buller District and has long been connected to coal mining, fishing, and river trade.