Once a provincial capital of ancient Rome and an important trading centre thanks to its strategic location along the Rhône River, Arles is a fascinating destination renowned for its impressive architecture, rich history, and thriving arts scene. The city boasts a number of impressive Roman ruins, including an amphitheatre and a theatre, which are both still used for performances today. Arles is also famous for its association with Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, who lived and worked in the city for a time and painted many of his most iconic works there. In addition, Arles is also known for its stunning natural beauty, with the nearby Camargue region providing opportunities for outdoor adventures like horseback riding, birdwatching, and hiking.

Exarcheia, Athens' anarchist neighbourhood, has seen the youth of the city rise up against power and injustice many times and unfortunately, it has been the theatre of political drama. Even though Exarcheia has kept intact its rebellious soul and keeps on its walls traces and street art as testimony of its agitated past, the area has softened a bit and has become somewhat hipster. It is a cool place to hang out, go for a walk, meet locals, and have a coffee or a drink around the main square.

Dozens of venomous pit vipers slither and coil among the urns, roof beams and potted trees within this bizarre Chinese temple, built in 1850, and sacred to the deity Chro Soo Kong. The snakes – regarded as benevolent spirits – are seen as guardians of the temple.