Cities of the Country
With a population of approximately 675,000 in the city proper and over 2.6 million in the metropolitan area, Vancouver ranks as the third-largest metro region in Canada. The city’s urban core is flanked by wild forests, rugged peaks, and a scenic harbor that has shaped its identity as a vibrant port. Vancouver International Airport (YVR),…
Nestled at the confluence of the Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau rivers in eastern Ontario, Ottawa stands as Canada’s vibrant capital city. Located directly across the river from Gatineau, Québec, it occupies a strategic position roughly halfway between Toronto and Montréal. This location not only connects two of Canada’s largest provinces but also reflects the nation’s…
Dubai, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates, is a city where ultramodern skyscrapers rise from the desert beside the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf. In just a few decades it has grown from a small trading port into a major global hub for business, tourism, and aviation. Visitors come for…
The main claim of Anaheim in California nowadays is that it is the location of Disneyland. It is now one of the biggest tourist cities in the USA with numeorus attractions, theme parks, hotels and accommodation as well as sports and leisure centres. What’s in Anaheim Prior to the opening of Disneyland, it was a…
Edinburgh is the capital of, and second largest city in Scotland. It is widely accepted to be one of the most attractive cities in the UK and is the second most popular visitor destination in Britain. The annual Edinburgh Festival goes on right through August and is really a group of many festivals including The…
As well its unique culture and stunning architecture, Bangkok has a unique charm which attracts tourists and encourages them to return again and again. The city has numerous spectacular temples, museums, markets and a vibrant, colourful nightlife.Bangkok is famous for its street food, with stalls all over the city offering an amazing array of dishes. Travel…
Formerly a colony of the British Empire it is now a ‘Special Administrative Region’ of the People’s Republic of China It is among the most densely populated areas in the world and one of the world’s top financial centres. Often described as a place where “East meets West”, because of the mix of its Chinese…
Bruges is one of the oldest cities in Belgium dating from Roman times and flourishing during its ‘Golden Age’ from the 12th to the 15th century. Built on a series of circular canals Bruges Belgium retains many of its old buildings streets and squares. This is a very popular tourist destination because of its beauty…
Brussels Belgium is the location of the European Parliament and thousands of staff who work for the EU live there and many others commute from all over Europe. A wide variety of nationalities and cultures makes Brussels a very diverse and interesting city with a very lively night life and many different ethnic restaurants. The…
Shanghai, once a fishing and textiles town, is now one of the fastest developing cities in the world and one of the world’s leading trade centres. The population is estimated at over 23 million. It is a very popular tourist destination due to its huge shopping districts alongside historical landmarks including the City of God…
Beijing is becoming one of the fastest growing visitor destinations in the world. Visitors from China’s vast population and from worldwide flock there daily to sample some of its great attractions. A vast wealth of old architecture, art and culture have survived numerous upheavels and revolutions and are on display to the public. The Forbidden…
Poznań is Poland’s fifth largest city an important centre of trade, industry, education and international trade fairs. Poznań has many historical and cultural sights, especially in the ‘Old Town’. The Stary Browar shopping center contains many high-end shops and is among the best in Europe. Poznań is one of the venues for the Finals of…