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Story PHUONG UYEN
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From Beijing to Cairo, travel across four continents to explore destinations renowned for their vibrant, modern lifestyles and diverse cultures.
New York (USA)
Emerging from a small town in the 17th century, New York today is one of the most prosperous metropolises in the world, home to over 8 million people and more than 800 different languages. New York harbors countless historical tales and a distinctive culture, becoming an inexhaustible artistic inspiration for millions worldwide. The vibrant life of this city is found everywhere from the green spaces of Central Park to the financial towers of Wall Street. In New York, every moment is filled with the energy of people from all walks of life mingling and interacting on a daily basis.
As dusk descends, visitors can marvel at the twinkling Empire State Building or the glowing torch of the Statue of Liberty. They can stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge, its long suspension cables resembling a sprawling spider web, or get lost in the crowds of Times Square. Whether admiring legendary landmarks, hopping on a subway car or savoring a traditional pastrami on rye, New York will undoubtedly create unforgettable memories of a thriving yet unpretentious metropolis.
Cairo (Egypt)
The Egyptian capital of Cairo is one of the most populated cities in Africa, with a diversity of numerous heritage sites and landmarks from a distinctive culture established by the Fatimid Dynasty in 969.
Nearby, stunning historical sites await visitors. The Giza pyramid complex, located on the outskirts of the city, includes iconic landmarks such as the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx sculpture and several other satellite structures.
Back in Cairo, along the banks of the Nile, you can also visit the Egyptian Museum, which houses artifacts excavated from legendary archaeological sites, displaying treasures and mummies of pharaohs.
Not only famous for its monuments, Cairo is also a cultural intersection of religion, art, culture and cuisine. While spending time in this magnificent city, visitors will want to wander the mysterious Khan el-Khalili market, climb up Bab Zuweila – one of the three gates of old Cairo – and enjoy koshari, Egypt’s national dish of noodles mixed with rice and lentils.
Beijing (China)
As the cultural and political heart of China, Beijing is one of the most bustling metropolises in East Asia, boasting over 3,000 years of history.
Beijing harmoniously blends ancient notes from its thousands of historic relics with hypermodern architecture and infrastructure.
A visit to Beijing would be incomplete without exploring the resplendent Forbidden City under its enchanting night lights, the time-stained red brick roads alongside Tiananmen Square, and the sturdy, undulating Great Wall meandering through endless green forests and veils of white mist.
Furthermore, the city captivates visitors with its booming development, evident in its transport system that includes five ring roads, nine expressways and a subway network exceeding 727km in length. Architectural marvels like the Bird’s Nest Stadium and the National Center for the Performing Arts add to Beijing’s unique allure. Undoubtedly, Beijing is the perfect location for travelers to immerse themselves in an abundant culture, amazing ancient architecture, the modern beauty of towering skyscrapers, and a unique culinary heritage.
São Paolo (Brazil)
The leading city of the land of Samba, São Paulo is bustling and vibrant in its cultural hues, with over 100 ethnic groups living together. Nestled in Southeast Brazil, the capital of São Paulo state is one of the largest metropolises in the world, spanning an area of 1,523 km2 and housing a population of more than 12 million people.
While a global financial center, São Paulo also contains an unmistakable rhythm on its streets, with cheers emanating from festivals, music arising from the Auditório theatre and footsteps echoing from the lively Samba dance.
On your journey to discover São Paulo, you will undoubtedly be impressed by the unique beauty of the architecture, from the vibrant street art of the Beco do Batman district to the tranquil greenery of Ibirapuera Park in the south of the city. However, the city is also famous for its images of congested avenues, towering skyscrapers and the whirring sound of helicopters overhead. Visiting the top floor of the Mirante do Vale, you can gaze upon a forest of high-rises standing shoulder to shoulder and stretching to the horizon as you contemplate the bustling pace of life here.
