A series of gates surrounds the two centers of ancient, medieval Fez (sometimes spelled Fes). The principal axes link the center to the gates and a street surrounds the heart of the old city. The Kairouan quarter, which is longer, is crossed by an artery. Narrow, tortuous pedestrian streets, covered passages, stairs and numerous dead-ends make up the dense layout with few urban squares.
The National Park of American Samoa invites visitors to step into a world shaped by towering volcanic ridges, tangled rainforests, and clear coral-sand bays. Spread across Tutuila, Ta‘ū, and Ofu islands, the park protects nearly 13,500 acres of land and 4,000 acres of ocean, an unusual patchwork where ancient ecosystems like paleotropical rainforests meet hip-deep coral reefs. Only U.S. national park in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s a place where you can hike through cloud-shrouded forests and t
Whitehorse is the territorial capital of this Canadian site of the 1898 gold rush. It consists mostly of rural towns, where the main industries are mining and tourism. It is a land of forests, rivers and tall mountain ranges covering a total of 207,075 sq. miles.
Port Louis, the bustling capital of Mauritius, is a vibrant melting pot of cultures, history, and modernity. Nestled between the verdant Moka Range and the Indian Ocean, this city invites visitors to explore its rich colonial past while embracing the dynamic energy of a thriving port town.
Kampong Cham, nestled along the banks of the Mekong River, is a captivating destination that offers a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. This charming city is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, including the iconic Ko Paen Bamboo Bridge, which is rebuilt annually after the rainy season. Visitors can stroll through streets lined with French-colonial architecture, giving the city a quaint and historic ambiance.