This Art Nouveau palace, constructed in the late 19th century, showcases the transformation of Prague into a modern capitalist city. Before its inauguration in 1911, the Czech artistic elite of the time contributed to creating what is today one of Europe's finest Art Nouveau monuments. The building underwent renovation from 1994 to 1997 and now houses the Smetana Hall — a celebrated concert venue — as well as a gallery, beer cellar and bar.

Perched atop a hill overlooking the Vltava River, Prague Castle is a magnificent testament to over a millennium of architectural evolution and historical significance. As the largest ancient castle complex in the world, it sprawls across 70,000 square metres and includes stunning Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Romanesque buildings. Visitors can explore the iconic St Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, and the charming Golden Lane, all within its storied walls. Once the seat of Bohemian kings and Holy Roman emperors, today it serves as the official residence of the Czech president, making it not only a breathtaking landmark but also a vibrant centre of Czech political life.

If you have never been in Northern Scandinavia during the midsummer period, the bright nights are perhaps the most fascinating and apparent phenomenon. The sun doesn’t set at all. You can get spectacular views of the surroundings from the city mountain, Luossavaara, about 4 km outside Kiruna. The midnight sun can be experienced between 27 May and 14 July in Kiruna.

In 1958, a chance flight over the Lake Havasu area by entrepreneur Robert McCulloch later led to the founding of Lake Havasu City. A decade after the city’s establishment, McCulloch and town planner C.V. Wood had the great idea to purchase the London Bridge from England and reconstruct it as a tourist attraction. The London Bridge is now the second most frequented attraction in all of Arizona, second only to the Grand Canyon.