Undredal is a small village situated at the majestic Nærøyfjord in Western Norway. Up until 1988, the remote settlement was accessible solely by water. Nonetheless, people lived here for centuries, cultivating the rich soil and living off sheep herding. It is famous for a delicious kind of cheese named Geinost, consisting of goat milk. Also, in Undredal, you can find the smallest Viking church in Norway; it has only forty seats (picture 6).
Berati is situated in southern Albania and is well known for its history and architecture. Founded in the 9th century, it has always been a hotspot for different religions; up until today, Christians and Muslims live peacefully in the town. Though famous, Berati is mainly for its stone buildings, situated close to each other on a hillside facing the river Ishull. Visually striking are the large windows on these houses, so Berati also got the name “The City of Thousand Windows.”
Györ is a Hungarian city with a population of 130.000 inhabitants in the west of the country. Most of the architecture dates back to the Habsburg times and reflects the trendy style of Baroque in the region (mainly in the 18th century).
Florence is situated right in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, surrounded by the hills of the Apennines. Over the centuries, its look was shaped by aristocratic families like the Medici, who not only nourished the arts and sciences in the city but also understood the power and beauty of architecture. At sunset, especially, the shades and forms of the city seem to come alive and paint a living picture.
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