Mounts Botanical Garden is the largest public botanical garden in the Palm Beaches and a real pearl in the area. Take a walk around the garden and admire the huge variety of plants and trees. The plenty of shady places allow you to make yourself comfortable and take it all in.

Abu Dhalouf is located on the west of Madinat Ash Shamal and seems to be almost part of it. It’s a quiet town but has one of Qatar’s nicest parks. Abu Dhalouf Park is one of Qatar’s nicest parks. It has something for everyone to do from little ones to adults. The park is lush green and is filled with trees, hedges and colourful flowers. There are two play areas where the children can have fun and play games while the adults set up a picnic. It’s a lovely spot that opens onto a beach with shallow waters so the little children can also enjoy the water. The views here are fantastic and if you’re in Madinat Ash Shamal, this park is not to be missed.

First of its kind in Romania, the Fabrica de Pensule is a contemorary art space that was conceived as a place to play host to various cultural happenings and bring together creators willing to showcase their – sometimes rather experimental – artwork within its walls.

A place of rare natural beauty a mere 15km away from Cluj-Napoca, the Turda Gorge is excellent hiking grounds for explorers of any fitness level. Persevere all the way to the top (which shouldn't take more than an hour) and enjoy some incredible, sweeping views of the green surroundings. Sundays here tend to be the busiest.