Lazio is one of Italy's 20 administrative regions. Located in the central part of the peninsula, the region had a population of 5,714,882 in 2021, making it the second most populous region in the country. The capital of Lazio is Rome, which is also the capital of Italy.
Kõpu Lighthouse, Mägipe, 92233 Hiiu maakond, Estonia
The Kopu Lighthouse is built at an altitude of 67 meters above sea level, at the highest point on Hiiumaa Island. It is 36 meters above ground level, meaning its light shines at an altitude of 102.6 meters above sea level. No other lighthouse in the Baltic Sea is as tall.
Kuressaare Castle, also known as the Bishop's Castle of Kuressaare, is a castle in Kuressaare on the island of Saaremaa, in western Estonia. Construction of the castle began in the 14th century by the Livonia Order, a medieval religious and military order. It served as both a defensive fortress and an administrative center.
Risto Rank Farm, Saaremaa's first true zoo, is located on the beautiful and peaceful island of Saaremaa, on the edge of Orissaare. This family, with big dreams of a small but wonderful farm, has built a marvel over time.
Saaremaa is the largest and most populous island in Estonia. With an area of 2,673 km² (1,032 sq mi), the island's population is 31,435 as of January 2020. The main island of the West Estonian archipelago (Moonsund Islands), Saaremaa is located in the Baltic Sea, south of Hiiumaa Island and northwest of Riga Bay.
Upon entering Naqsh-e-Jahan Square, you will find yourself under surveillance and protection from all four sides. All edges of this rectangular square align with the four cardinal directions and are adorned with four markets: the Imam Mosque (Shah), the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, the Ali Qapu Palace, and the Qeysarieh Market.
The Mar Saba Monastery, one of the greatest ancient monasteries scattered across the Judean desert, sits perched on the cliffs of a deep gorge. This grey-domed Greek Orthodox complex was founded in the 5th century by Saint Sabas, a monk from central Turkey, and was largely rebuilt after the great earthquake of 1834.
Alexandria is one of Egypt's Governorates. The city of Alexandria was the capital of Egypt until the establishment of Fustat, which was then merged into Cairo. Today, the province of Alexandria is considered the second most important after the province of Cairo. The Governorate's population was 5,599,387 in 2024.
The Tomb of Xerxes I, also known as the Tomb of Darius the Great, is an ancient funerary site located in Naqsh-e Rostam, Fars Province, Iran. It is believed to be the tomb of Xerxes I (Xerxes the Great), the fourth king of the Achaemenid Persian Empire, who reigned from 486 to 465 BC.
Zafer, Belediye Cd. No:124, 45300 Salihli/Manisa, Türkiye
Sardis, commonly known as Sardes, holds a significant place in history as an ancient political and cultural center, having once been the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia in Anatolia. Located in present-day Turkey, the city played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape and cultural development of the region.
Tanougou Falls is a waterfall located in the Atakora Mountains, on the edge of the Pendjari Wildlife Sanctuary in northern Benin, about 20 km northeast of Tanguiéta. The falls are approximately 15 meters high and have an estimated flow rate of 1.5 m³ per second, although this figure varies considerably seasonally.
Le Morne Brabant is a peninsula located in the far southwest of Mauritius, an island in the Indian Ocean. The peninsula's highlight is the basalt massif of the same name, with its peak rising 556 meters (1,824 ft) above sea level.
Black River Gorges National Park is a protected area located in the southwestern part of Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean. The park covers an area of 67.54 km2 and is known for its unique ecosystem, which includes dense forests, waterfalls, and a variety of endemic plant and animal species.
Mauritius is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, approximately 2,000 km off the southeastern coast of mainland Africa. The country comprises the main island of Mauritius, as well as several smaller islands, including Rodrigues and Agalega. The capital is Port Louis, situated on the northwestern coast of the main island. The population of Mauritius was 1,265,475 in 2019.
The Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, or Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, is one of the most visited sites in Mauritius and the oldest botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere. Established under the administration of the Mahé de Labourdonnais by the king's governor, Pierre Poivre, over 300 years ago, the garden boasts a remarkable flora with countless native and endemic species.
