Oudayas Kasbah near Rabat's nedina has kept its old cannons placed on a bastion. Its massive gate is entirely carved, while its blue and white walls give it a Mediterranean atmosphere. Cobbled streets lead to the El Atiqa Mosque, the oldest in the city, and on to the old semaphore platform. The view from here, or the terrace of the neighbouring Café Maure, is splendid: Rabat, nearby Salé and Bouregreg river meeting the ocean. The Oudayas Palace, further on up, which now houses the National Museum, has conserved its markedly simple and balanced original decor. The Andalusian Gardens below are a heaven of peace full of fruit trees, rose-laurels and cascades of bougainvilleas.

In Gijón you can find Acuario de Gijon, a great place for some family fun. If you are interested in sea life, you will certainly enjoy walking around at this aquarium looking at all different species.

Discover Tuscany's main attractions with a local guide on this day trip from Florence. Enjoy a guided tour through the city of Siena, including entry to its gothic Cathedral, then head to the scenic Chianti hills for a delightful Tuscan lunch and wine tasting. Later, wander through the streets of San Gimignano, and finally, travel to Pisa to marvel at the architectural drama of Cathedral Square — home to the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa.

This beautiful mosque is located in the heart of Ankara. Built in the 15th century, the mosque and its magnificent wood roof with floral motifs will not cease to amase you.