Mallorca is located in the Mediterranean Sea, also known as Mallorca Island, an area of 3640 square kilometers (75 kilometers north and south, 100 kilometers east and west), Mallorca’s capital Palma. Mallorca is full of sandy beaches, steep cliffs, and fields planted with olive or almond trees.
As the heart of the Mediterranean, Sicily is like a brilliant gem set in the azure waters. This island not only boasts rich historical and cultural heritage, but also integrates the gifts of nature, providing visitors with a unique visual feast. Here, you can experience ancient architecture, beautiful beaches, charming valleys, and mysterious history, all of which make Sicily an unmissable tourist destination. The history of Sicily can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was once the intersection of numerous civilizations. The island preserves a large number of historical relics, such as ancient Greek theaters, Roman palaces, and Arab mosques, each with a profound historical background. Tourists can experience the collision and integration of different cultures here, and gain a deeper understanding of the development of European history. In addition to its rich historical and cultural heritage, Sicily also boasts stunning natural scenery. The eastern coastline of the island is winding and winding, with many beautiful beaches and bays scattered along the way. The beach here is delicate and pure white, and the seawater is crystal clear, making it an excellent place for various water sports. The west coast of the island is famous for its spectacular cliffs and sea caves, attracting countless brave climbers and explorers. In addition, there are many charming valleys and rural scenery inside the island. In these places, tourists can experience the unique rural customs of Sicily, taste delicious local ingredients, and feel the blessings of nature. Sicilian cuisine is also one of its highlights. The ingredients here are fresh and rich, with unique cooking techniques that leave a lasting impression. Local seafood, olive oil, spices, and alcoholic beverages are all top-notch ingredients, providing a feast of taste for foodies. In the alleys of Sicily, you can taste many local specialties, such as moat noodles, seafood platters, and desserts. These delicacies are not only delicious but also creative and artistic, allowing people to experience the charm of culture while enjoying the food.
The Republic of Finland, abbreviated as Finland, has its capital Helsinki and is located in northern Europe. It borders Sweden, Norway, and Russia, with the Gulf of Finland to the south and the Gulf of Bothnia to the west. The total area is 338000 square kilometers, with a coastline of 1100 kilometers, and the terrain is high in the north and low in the south. Belongs to a temperate marine climate. As of February 2024, the total population of Finland is 5.68 million, with the main ethnic group being Finnish. Finnish and Swedish are both official languages. About 9000 years ago during the late glacial period, the ancestors of the Finnish people migrated from the south and southeast to this place. In the second half of the 12th century, Finland began to belong to Sweden, and in the mid-14th century, Finland officially became a part of Sweden. In 1809, Finland became the Grand Duchy of Russia after the Russo Swedish War. On December 6, 1917, Finland gained independence, and in 1919, the Republic of Finland was established. Finland is a developed capitalist country. Finland has been industrializing and urbanizing since World War II. It joined the European Union in 1995 and the Eurozone in 1999, making it the only Nordic member state of the Eurozone. Finland has strong comprehensive competitiveness, advanced technological level, and sound laws and regulations. Finland’s economic development relies heavily on the international market and advocates for free trade. Industries such as wood processing, papermaking, and forestry machinery are important pillar industries, with a world leading level. In 2023, Finland’s gross domestic product was 277.6 billion euros. In the 2023 World Happiness Report, the Nordic country Finland won the title of the happiest country in the world for the sixth consecutive year
The Republic of Türkiye (Turkish: T ü rkiye Cumhuriyeti; English: The Republic of T ü rkiye [14]), referred to as Türkiye, is a country across the Eurasian continent, bordering the Black Sea to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the south, Syria and Iraq to the southeast, the Aegean Sea to the west, Greece and Bulgaria, and Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Iran to the east. Türkiye’s geographical location and geopolitical strategic significance are extremely important. It is a crossroad connecting Europe and Asia. Ankara, the capital, covers an area of 783600 square kilometers, with a population of 85.28 million (as of February 2023). Türkiye accounts for more than 80%, and Kurds account for about 15%. The country is divided into 81 provinces. In 1299, Ottoman I established the Ottoman Empire. On May 29, 1453, Mohammed II captured Constantinople and destroyed the Byzantine Empire. From the 16th to the 17th century, especially during the reign of Suleiman I, it reached its peak and ruled across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Therefore, the Sultan, the monarch of the Ottoman Empire, regarded himself as the master of the world. [1] Türkiye inherited the culture of the Eastern Roman Empire and the Islamic culture, so the eastern and western civilizations were integrated here. In the 19th century, national strength began to decline. In August 1914, the Ottoman Empire joined the Allied Powers in World War I, and after the war, the empire disintegrated. In 1919, Türkiye repelled foreign invaders under the leadership of Kemal. On October 29, 1923, the Republic of Türkiye was established. [1] Türkiye is a candidate of the European Union, which spans Asia and Europe and implements the European model in political, economic, cultural and other fields. Türkiye is a member of NATO, a founding member of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and a member of the G20. Having a strong industrial foundation, it is one of the emerging economies in the world and also one of the fastest-growing countries in the world. In 2021, Türkiye’s GDP will reach US $802.7 billion, with per capita GDP of US $9539 and GDP growth rate of 11.0
Sweden (Swedish: Sverige) is a country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula and one of the five Nordic countries. The capital is Stockholm. It borders Norway to the west, Finland to the northeast, Skagerrak Strait and Kattegat Strait to the southwest, and the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia to the east. Sweden faces Denmark, Germany, Poland, Russia, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia across the sea, with a coastline of 2181 kilometers and a total area of 450000 square kilometers, making it the largest country in Northern Europe. The country is divided into 21 provinces and 290 cities, with Stockholm as the capital. As of October 2023, the total population of Sweden is 10.56 million. At the beginning of the 11th century, a unified Kingdom of Sweden was formed. Since 1397, he has been a member of the Kalmar League led by Denmark. In 1523, independence was regained. The period from 1611 to 1721 was the peak of national strength and was known as the “Swedish Empire”. In 1805, he participated in the Napoleonic Wars, and in 1809, he was forced to cede Finland after being defeated by the Russian Empire. In 1814, the Kiel Treaty was signed, and Norway was acquired from Denmark, establishing the United Kingdom of Sweden and Norway. Sweden remained neutral in both World Wars. In 1995, Sweden joined the European Union. Sweden has a narrow and elongated terrain that slopes from northwest to southeast. The northern part is the Noerland Plateau, while the southern and coastal areas are mostly plains or hills. As of July 2021, Sweden has 21 provinces and 290 cities. The governor is appointed by the government, and the municipal leadership is elected. Both the province and the city have significant autonomy. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden. Sweden is a developed capitalist country and also the site of the Nobel Prize. In 2022, Sweden’s gross domestic product was 5962.8 billion Swedish kroner (approximately 558.4 billion US dollars), with a per capita gross domestic product of 567000 Swedish kroner (approximately 53000 US dollars) and a GDP growth rate of 2.6%. On March 7, 2024 local time, Sweden officially joined NATO, becoming the 32nd member state of NATO.
Serbia is located in the central region of the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe, bordering eight countries including Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Macedonia. Serbia has a long history and rich cultural heritage. In ancient times, Serbia was one of the important regions for the formation of the Slavic people. During the Middle Ages, the Kingdom of Serbia rose and became a powerful country in Eastern Europe, leaving important marks in European history. Serbian culture combines Slavic, Orthodox, Türkiye and other elements to form a unique cultural style, especially in music, dance and literature. Serbia is known as a “tourism treasure on the Balkan Peninsula”, with numerous stunning natural landscapes and historical relics. Belgrade, as the capital, is one of the most popular cities for tourists in Serbia. Tourists can experience the sedimentation of history in the three major castles of Kavoda, Kosewac Park, and Rukaseta in Belgrade, while also taking a stroll in the Knyazini district on the banks of the Seva River, enjoying unique architecture and charming scenery. Belgrade Fortress is also a must visit place, and this well preserved historical fortress provides a magnificent panoramic view of the city. Serbia’s cultural traditions are also a part of its unique charm. Music and dance occupy an important position in Serbian culture, especially in traditional Serbian music and dance groups (Kolo). These art forms showcase the passion and vitality of the Serbian people, as well as their inheritance and respect for the past. Traditional Serbian clothing is also very eye-catching, as it is a way for locals to express their identity and cultural belonging. Every year, Serbia holds a series of grand traditional festivals and celebrations, attracting tourists from all over the world to participate.
The Kingdom of the Netherlands, abbreviated as the Netherlands, has its capital in Amsterdam. Located in the northwest of Europe. To the east is Germany, to the south is Belgium, and to the west and north is the North Sea. The local area is 41528 square kilometers, with a coastline of 1075 kilometers. 24% of the area is below sea level, and 1/3 of the area is only 1 meter above sea level. Belongs to a marine temperate broad-leaved forest climate. Composed of 12 local provinces and 6 overseas territories. As of December 2023, the local population of the Netherlands is 17.94 million, of which 76.8% are Dutch. The official language is Dutch, and overseas territories commonly use Dutch, English, Spanish, and Papi Amento.
London, the capital of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, is the political center of the UK and has the highest number of museums, libraries, cinemas, theaters, sports venues, and five-star hotels in the world. There are 19 Fortune Global 500 headquarters and 7 of the top 100 universities in the world located in London. University College London ranks 8th in the world, Imperial College London ranks 9th in the world, London School of Economics ranks 27th in the world, and King’s College London ranks 33rd in the world. One of the world’s financial centers. In December 2022, London ranked first in the world for the eleventh consecutive year in the World Urban Comprehensive Strength Index (GPCI) released by the Japan Forest Memorial Foundation. In the 2023 Global City Rankings released by international consulting firms, London ranks first in the world. In 2022, London ranked second in the world in the Colney Global Urban Strength Index. In November 2020, London was ranked first in the world’s first tier cities at the Alpha++level by GaWC. On Forbes Global City Influence Ranking, London is the most influential city in the world, and it has defeated New York to be elected as the world’s largest wealth center. In 2019, the World Tourism Cities Federation released the 2019 World Tourism City Development Rankings, and London was selected as the world’s most well-known city.
Copenhagen is located in the eastern part of Zealand, Denmark, facing the third largest city in Sweden, Malm ö across the Strait of Oresund. Copenhagen was once selected by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme as the “most livable city in the world” and given the title of “best designed city”. Copenhagen is also one of the happiest cities in the world. Denmark’s important industries such as food, shipbuilding, machinery, and electronics are mostly concentrated here, and many important international conferences around the world are held here. Copenhagen is both a traditional trade and shipping center and an emerging manufacturing city. One third of the factories in the country are located in the Greater Copenhagen region. Copenhagen has a beautiful and tidy appearance, with emerging large industrial enterprises and ancient buildings from the Middle Ages complementing each other, making it both a modern city and a city with ancient characteristics. It is a famous historical and cultural city in the world. The Danish iconic mermaid statue is quietly contemplating by the seaside, and the castle and palace, full of fairy tale charm, are located adjacent to this city, ancient and magical, artistic and modern. Copenhagen is a city that combines classical and modern elements, full of vitality, passion, and artistic atmosphere. Hans Christian Andersen spent most of his life in Copenhagen, where many of his works were created. Copenhagen is home to ancient castles and palaces, villages and estates full of fairy tale charm. From the old imperial palace, which has accumulated ancient history, to the Amelinburg Palace, which continues the legend of the royal family, it is located adjacent to this city. Copenhagen has many palaces, castles, and ancient buildings. The city is full of a strong artistic atmosphere, with numerous art museums such as the Akken Art Center, the Louisiana Museum, and the National Museum. From ancient classical art to colorful modern art, you can find rich displays here. In a city, where antiquity and wonder, art and modernity, nature and culture, passion and tranquility converge, Copenhagen is a charming country.
Paris, the capital and largest city of the French Republic, is also the political, economic, cultural and commercial center of France, one of the five international metropolitans in the world (the other four are New York, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong), and has been rated as an Alpha+ first-tier city in the world by GaWC. [1-2] Paris is located in the center of the Paris Basin in northern France, straddling the banks of the Seine River, with the city center at 48°52 ‘north latitude and 2°25’ east longitude. Paris in its broad sense can be divided into little Paris and Great Paris. Little Paris refers to the city of Paris within the Ring road, an area of 105.4 square kilometers, population 2.24 million; Greater Paris includes the seven surrounding provinces of Haute-Seine, Valedmarne, Seine-Saint-Denis, Yevelyn, Valedoise, Seine-Marne and Esson, which together make up the Paris region, which in ancient times was already known as “ile-de-france” (Ile-de-France), with a metropolitan area of about 11 million people. One sixth of the country’s population. [3] With a history of more than 1,400 years, Paris is the political, economic and cultural center not only of France, but also of Western Europe. The “romantic capital” of Paris is considered to be the starting point of the modern Olympic movement. [33] On 1 August 2017, the International Olympic Committee announced that Paris would be the host city for the 2024 Olympic Games. On January 20, 2018, French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe formally proposed to PASCAL Lamy, France’s interministerial representative responsible for the bid for the World Expo, that Paris would withdraw from the bid for the World Expo 2025 due to budgetary considerations.