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#7 Kyoto Kyoto, Japan is a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage, traditional architecture, and serene atmosphere.  It was the capital of Japan for over a thousand years and served as the emperor's residence until the capital moved to Tokyo in 1869.  Kyoto, originally known as Heian-kyo, was founded in 794 AD by Emperor Kammu.  The city was designed as the new capital of Japan, replacing Nara.  Kyoto was chosen for its central location and to escape the influence of powerful Buddhist monasteries in Nara. Kyoto served as the imperial capital of Japan for over a thousand years until 1869 when the capital was moved to Tokyo.  As the political and cultural center of the country, Kyoto witnessed the rise and fall of various dynasties and the influence of samurai warriors. During the Meiji Restoration in the late 19th century, Japan underwent a rapid process of modernization.  Kyoto experienced significant changes, including the construction of railways an...

  Khamzat Chimaev is a professional mixed martial artist from Sweden. He was born on May 1, 1994, in Chechnya, Russia.  Chimaev competes in the welterweight and middleweight divisions and is known for his aggressive fighting style and grappling skills. Khamzat Chimaev was born in the Chechen Republic of Russia but later moved to Sweden, where he began his martial arts training.  He has a background in wrestling and has competed in both freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. Chimaev made his professional MMA debut in 2018 and quickly gained attention for his dominant performances.  He gained further recognition in 2020 when he competed in the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship).  Chimaev made a quick impact by winning his first three UFC fights within a span of just 66 days. One of Chimaev's notable fights took place on July 15, 2020, against John Phillips.  He won the bout via submission in the second round, earning him a Performance of the Night bonus....

  The Siberian tiger, also known as the Amur tiger, is a subspecies of tiger that is native to the forests of eastern Russia, particularly the Amur-Ussuri region and the Primorsky Krai province.  It is one of the largest species of big cats and is well-adapted to the harsh climate of the Russian Far East. Siberian tigers are the largest subspecies of tigers.  Adult males can measure up to 10 feet (3 meters) in length from head to tail and weigh between 400 to 700 pounds (180 to 320 kilograms).  Females are slightly smaller, reaching lengths of around 8.5 feet (2.6 meters) and weighing between 220 to 400 pounds (100 to 180 kilograms).  They have a thick, luxurious coat of fur that varies in color from pale orange to a more intense golden hue.  The fur on their underside and the back of their ears is white, providing effective camouflage during snowy winters. Siberian tigers primarily inhabit the mixed forests, taiga, and mountainous regions of eastern Russia...

#5 Karachi Karachi is Asia’s fifth-largest metropolis and Sindh’s capital.  Its varied population of nearly 21 million people lives in the country’s financial and industrial core on the Arabian Sea. Since the Indus Valley Civilization, the city has had a rich history.  It was taken by the Arabs in the 8th century and became a British Empire port.  Pakistan’s capital since 1947. Karachi has struggled recently despite its economic and cultural prominence.  Crime, pollution, and overcrowding.  Karachi’s administration and residents are attempting to fix these issues and improve the city. Technology and innovation have grown throughout the city.  It has several tech startups and is trying to lead digital innovation. Karachi has a vibrant past and a promising future.  Its culture, trade, and innovation help Pakistan’s economy and culture. #4 Delhi Delhi, is a city and a union territory of India containing New Delhi, the capital of India.  Lying on both...

  The Bahamas officially the Commonwealth of The Bahamas is an island country within the Lucayan Archipelago of the West Indies in the North Atlantic.  It contains 97% of the Lucayan Archipelago's land area and 88% of its population.  Lying to the north of Cuba and Hispaniola the archipelago comprises nearly 700 islands and cays only about 30 of which are inhabited and more than 2,000 low barren rock formations.  It stretches more than 500 miles (800 km) southeast-northwest between Grand Bahama Island which has an area of 530 square miles (1,373 square km) and lies about 60 miles (100 km) off the southeastern coast of the U.S. state of Florida and Great Inagua Island some 50 miles (80 km) from the eastern tip of Cuba.  The islands other than New Providence are known collectively as the Out (Family) Islands.  They include Grand Bahama, which contains the major settlements of Freeport and West End Andros (2,300 square miles) the largest island of The Bahamas ...

  Samoans or Samoan people are the indigenous Polynesian people of the Samoan Islands, an archipelago in Polynesia, who speak the Samoan language.  The group's home islands are politically and geographically divided between the Independent State of Samoa and American Samoa, an unincorporated territory of the United States of America.  Though divided by national border, the culture and language are the same. The Samoan people and culture form a vital link and stepping stone in the formation and spread of Polynesian culture, language and religion throughout Eastern Polynesia. Polynesian trade, religion, war, and colonialism are important markers within Polynesian culture that are almost certainly rooted in the Samoan culture.  Samoa's ancient history with the kingdom of Tonga, chiefdoms of Fiji and French Polynesia form the basis of modern Polynesian culture. Language: Samoan is the country’s official language; legislative activity is conducted in both Samoan and Engli...