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The capital of Spain for over 400 years, Madrid is one of Europe's most prominent cities. Walking in Madrid is the best way to discover the city and in Madrid, it is a way of life. In the throes of a makeover, the city is undergoing renovation. When air pollution exceeds a certain level, driving gasoline automobiles is restricted. Eco-friendly alternatives are available such as electric bicycles and powered kick scooters for sharing. Route buses are electric as well and even electric cars are available for driving and dropping off. The city is also being transformed and revamped for pedestrian use as well.

Tokyo's Ginza is an upscale shopping, dining and entertainment district lined with department stores and luxury boutiques. The fashion capital of Japan, Ginza is upbeat with a fascinating history. 17th century Ginza was modeled after a Go board with its districts laid out in a grid pattern and crosswalks dividing the streets at regular intervals. This layout still remains. Famous for its spectacular, cutting-edge window displays, Ginza features a yearly show window contest. Each one is a work of art.

Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's largest commercial center. The city has seen many changes throughout its history. In 1859 French forces occupied the town. In 1954, Viet Minh revolutionaries led by Ho Chi Minh defeated the French, which solidified the end of French rule in Indochina and led to the division of Vietnam to North and South. In 1975, the revolutionaries took over Saigon, and the War came to an end. Saigon was renamed Ho Chi Minh City, adopting the name of the hero of Vietnamese independence.

Hobart is a port city located in the center of Tasmania, an island south of Australia. Established by the British in the 19th century, it's a city with a rich and intriguing history. Its residents are known for honoring tradition, but they also live in the now. Tasmania has an abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna. It's based in a temperate region, which means the species do not migrate much, so there are a number of animals unique to Tasmania, such as the wombat, echidnas and Tasmanian devil.

Mandalay is the second largest city in Myanmar. It was the capital of the Konbaung Dynasty that ruled Burma from the 18th to the 19th century. After the Konbaung Dynasty fell in 1885, the country became a British colony. Independence was eventually restored in 1948. Mandalay has grown as a commercial and distribution hub in the central region of the country. A Buddhist city, the massive 2 kilometers square palace in the city center is surrounded by many temples and monasteries.

Warsaw is the capital of Poland. The city has experienced a turbulent history. During World War II, the severe oppression of Warsaw by the occupying Nazi Germany resulted in the cityscape being devastated, turning the city to ruins. After the war, a reconstruction campaign recreated a meticulous restoration of the Old Town. The reconstruction has been appraised highly and in 1980, the cityscape was registered as a world heritage.

Located in the southeastern part of Cuba Island is Santiago de Cuba, its second-largest city. Founded by the Spanish in the 16th century, it's known for colonial architecture influenced by the fusing of cultures. Its revolutionary history celebrates the city as the Home of the Cuban Revolution. Baseball, an amateur sport, is associated with the national identity and is quite popular with fans. And the Rumba is a genre of Cuban music that is widely appreciated by Cubans of all ages.

Penang is an island in Malaysia that sits at the Strait of Malacca. The city here was built in the 18th century by the British as an important Asian base of operations. The island became a bustling trading hub, which motivated people from China and India to cross the seas and settle here. It's a multi-ethnic city with many different cultures flourishing, living side by side. Located in the northeastern part of Penang Island, George Town was the first British settlement in Southeast Asia. In 2008, it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The city of Zanzibar is the heart of Zanzibar, an island in Tanzania on the east coast of Africa. A trade hub for India, Arabia and Europe, in the 19th century it became a British protectorate. The protectorate ended in 1963 and the following year Zanzibar joined the United Republic of Tanzania. It's a place of diverse cultures living together in harmony. Its historic Stone Town is a World Heritage Site. The beautiful beaches in this Indian Ocean attract tourists from all over the world.

Oamaru is a town on the east coast of the South Island in New Zealand. Settled by British settlers in the 19th century, its white limestone architecture is a popular town feature. In the 1860's and 70's, the export of grain and wool began to boom. And then gold was discovered - kicking off a gold rush. Fortune seeking immigrants from both Europe and Asia descended on the town, prompting the construction of new buildings in rapid succession. These white stone structures still line the streets today.

Located 1,500 meters above sea level in Vietnam's Central Highlands, the city of Da Lat was developed in the 19th century by the French as a "heavenly paradise" resort. It is now a favorite honeymoon destination and resort center welcoming over 5 million visitors every year. With an average temperature of about 20 degrees Celsius, the climate is favorable for cultivating domestic and foreign flowers. Due to the number of beautiful flowers adorning the city, Da Lat is known as a romantic flower paradise.