1. Algiers
   Windhoek
2. Cairo
   Harare

Cairo is quite close to the Nile River, which is equally as famous as the historic city. What adds even more beauty to the city is the incredible view of the pyramids which lie just outside the city limits.

1. Helsinki
   Nairobi
2. Manila
   Luanda

If you have ever visited Manila, you may not have even known that there is something underground in the city. The mysterious object is a tunnel! In fact, the tunnel was rediscovered in 2011 and is proof that citizens of Manila are walking on history every single day.

1. Mozambique
   Marshall Islands
2. Estonia
   Albania

Mozambique is a Commonwealth country known for many things. For example, it has exceptional seafood, which is a delicacy in the country. It's not a trip to Mozambique unless you've tried the exceptional shellfish.

1. Abu Dhabi
   Havana
2. Rabat
   Tunis

A trip to Abu Dhabi can expose you to some of the most beautiful buildings in the world. One building that is amazing to see is the Aldar Building, which is circular with multiple glass windows. From the inside looking out, the sight is probably equally as good!

1. Madagascar
   Egypt
2. Indonesia
   Dominica

Despite being the largest city in Dominica, Roseau is only home to a little over 14 thousand people. That's pretty small, but Dominica is a small country as well. It's part of a chain of equally small tropical islands.

1. Seoul
   Managua
2. San Marino
   Kingston

Kingston is the hub of all things in Jamaica. If you know about the events of Port Royal, then you already know a little bit about Jamaica. But did you know that Kingston was used as a refuge for the people who made it through the disaster?

1. Panama City
   Baghdad
2. Managua
   Muscat

Believe it or not, there is an entire rainforest that lies within the limits of Panama City. It would be quite fun to take a break from work and head over to the rainforest for some relaxation time!

1. Canberra
   Ulaanbaatar
2. Riga
   Dakar

While in Canberra, you can get a little taste of Canada. The country gave the city the gift of a flag pole made from a tree which still stands in the city today. In fact, it was given to Canberra in the 1950s.

1. Belgium
   Uruguay
2. Montenegro
   Costa Rica

Wildlife lovers would be in heaven in beautiful Costa Rica. There are so many incredible animals that live in the country from the tapir to the ocelot. Just watch out for the Puma lurking around!

1. Port-au-Prince
   Moscow
2. Stockholm
   Manila

One of the most important cities in terms of economics in Haiti, Port-au-Prince is a sight to see. The large city was once unfortunately struck by a devastating earthquake but has plans to rebuild the historic area.

1. Doha
   Male
2. Oslo
   Dublin

Dublin is home to the historic Dublin Castle, where the English government within the country once was headquartered. Today, it's possible to visit the beautiful castle where you can get a taste of what it was once like. There's no better way to feel like royalty than to visit a castle.

1. Austria
   India
2. Romania
   Cape Verde

Cape Verde is sometimes known as Cabo Verde instead. The island country is part of the African continent, and they even speak their own native language in the area. If you don't know it, that's okay, just make sure to have some Portuguese up your sleeve as well.

1. Pristina
   Tehran
2. Majuro
   Bogota

Just like the tiny country it's located in, Pristina is equally as small. A walk down the streets of the city is delightful as the buildings are in an array of colors. It's beautiful to see houses and businesses in red, blue and other bright colors that really make your day brighter.

1. Wellington
   Brazzaville
2. Bishkek
   Kigali

Wellington wasn't always the capital of this beautiful country. Before the 1860s, Auckland served as the official capital city instead. Both cities show just how much the country itself has to offer.

1. Italy
   Yemen
2. Kuwait
   Rwanda

While many countries are considered to be republics, Kuwait is referred to as a city state. One incredible piece of architecture is the Grand Mosque, which is very tall with styled windows.

1. Sanaa
   Mbabane
2. Warsaw
   Monaco

If you're a cheese lover, then Warsaw is the right place to go. It has a long history with food, as one of the oldest traces of cheese ever found was in this very city. It's safe to say that the food was just as loved back then as it is now!

1. Honiara
   Luxembourg
2. Kampala
   Madrid

Not only do citizens of Madrid like their bars, but they're huge fans of football as well. Real Madrid is a huge sports team that has been in existence since the early 1900s. They also made history by giving their players certain numbers.

1. Bucharest
   Asmara
2. Beirut
   Hanoi

Although it may sound a little bizarre, traveling to Bucharest for dental work is actually quite common. It's known for being cheaper while the work is still of quality. Once the dental work has healed, it's possible to enjoy the delicious food that the city is also known for.

1. Skopje
   Tokyo
2. Astana
   Suva

Before it was named Tokyo, citizens and people around the world once knew the city as "Edo." A trip to Tokyo can also show you some of the coolest fashion trends in the country; just visit Harajuku.

1. Czech Republic
   Mauritania
2. Sudan
   Greece

Athens is home to a large portion of the country's population. The city itself has a population of over three million people, while Greece itself has a population of over 11 million people.

1. Victoria
   Singapore
2. New Delhi
   Oslo

Oslo is the home of nature, which is why you'll always be near it when you're in the city. Around half of the area in the city limits is covered in forests making it easy to get a nice break from the hustle and bustle when you need it most.

1. Nicaragua
   Colombia
2. Israel
   Sweden

Sweden is a cultural melting pot filled with many different individuals. It also boasts a large area of land and a relatively small population. It's one of the largest of the European countries, coming in at number five.

1. Angola
   Cameroon
2. Chad
   Mali

One thing you might notice if you ever visit Mali is that it is pretty hot! In fact, it's one of the hottest places that you can visit in the world. Another unique thing about this country is that the prime meridian is located here also.

1. Oman
   Poland
2. Dominica
   Angola

Located in Africa, the country of Angola was once part of Portugal. This is due to the Portuguese who came to the area in the 1400s. Since then, they have fought for independence, which they eventually gained.

1. Chile
   Honduras
2. Australia
   Brazil

One great piece of history within the area of Chile is Easter Island. The island is a treasure that is cherished by not only the people of Chile but also the rest of the world. Chile also has a lot more to offer in terms of beautiful landscape.

1. Finland
   China
2. France
   Iceland

Speeding tickets are never fun for anyone, but in Finland, they can be quite hefty. The more money you make a year, the more your speeding ticket will be. It's something to think twice about before doing it in any country.

1. Ottawa
   Dublin
2. Kabul
   Yaounde

If you want to visit a government-oriented city, this is the place to go. Toronto gets often mistaken for being the capital of the country. While it is a capital, it's the capital of the province of Ontario.

1. Japan
   United States
2. Canada
   Indonesia

If you've ever wanted to see a dragon, then Indonesia is the place to visit. While they aren't like the dragons you see in movies, the Komodo Dragon lives in the country. They're more lizards than dragons when it really comes down to it.

1. Harare
   Freetown
2. Lusaka
   Tripoli

Long before becoming the Harare that we know it as today, the city took on the name Salisbury. The name change might have been for the better, as there are many other places in the world also named Salisbury.

1. Poland
   Czech Republic
2. Saint Lucia
   Argentina

One unique trait of this country is that it was named after a woman. In fact, it's the first country to ever do this. Most citizens speak English as a first language within the country.

1. Senegal
   Vanuatu
2. Zambia
   Syria

Despite being a young country, Senegal's life expectancy for its residents is quite low. Despite this unfortunate statistic, the country has a lot going for it such as its booming industries and exports.

1. Brunei
   Tunisia
2. Spain
   Singapore

Technically, Singapore doesn't have a capital city, as it is quite small as a country. Therefore, it is given the status of city state, where it acts as both a city as well as a country.

1. Kingston
   Suva
2. Ankara
   Khartoum

The name "Ankara" is a relatively new one for the capital city. This is because, since the early 1000s, the city went by the name "Angora." If you've heard of the Angora Goat, then you're a bit familiar to the original name of the city.

1. Bosnia
   Latvia
2. Samoa
   Argentina

While Apia is the capital city, there's not much competition for it. This is because it is the only city on the entire island. Less is more in this beautiful country. It's also home to many wrestlers, like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.

1. Turkmenistan
   Maldives
2. Kenya
   France

One of the largest industries in Kenya is the agricultural industries. One very important aspect of their economy is the production of tea. Many of their other large exports include food and other edible goods.