Gaspé sits at the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula in Québec, where the St. Lawrence River opens into the Gulf and the land feels distinctly maritime.

Chengdu, the capital of China's Sichuan Province, blends modern urban life with centuries of history. It is famous as the home of the giant panda, but its cultural significance extends far beyond wildlife.

Muara is a small coastal town in Brunei, positioned where the Brunei River meets the South China Sea.

Lomé, the capital city of Togo, sits along the Gulf of Guinea and serves as both the political and cultural heart of the country. Lomé’s coastline features beaches where locals gather and where visitors can enjoy views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Belarus is an independent republic in Eastern Europe. Minsk is the capital and largest city. The climate is generally temperate and humid, with colder, continental conditions in the east.