Lithuania

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Why visit Lithuania?

Known for art, birdwatching, bicycling, boating, castles, churches, culture, fishing, folk art, forests, historical sites, horseback riding, hunting, ice fishing, lakes, museums, music, nightlife, rivers, and theatre.

   

Trakai Island Castle, Trakai, Lithuania. Photo Credit: Anaterate/Pixabay

At a Glance

• Souvenirs to Buy:  Amber, Chocolate, Folk Crafts, Leather Works, Linens, Metal Work, Pagan Art, and Wood Carvings.
• Local Cuisine to Try: Bulviniai Blynai (potato pancake). Grybai (mushrooms). Kugelis (potato pudding). Kumpis (smoked ham). Saltibarsciai (soup). Skilandis (sausage).
• Local Drink to Try: Kalnapilis (beer). Maluninku (liqueur). Midus (liqueur). Raguti (beer). Suktinus (liqueur). Svyturys (beer). Utenos (beer).

Photo Credit: nerami30/Pixabay 

Fun Facts

• Grand Duke Algirdas built (1346) the Cathedral of the Theotokos (Orthodox Church). 
• The Palace of the Grand Dukes hosted the the first opera (1636).  
  

• Kaunas Railway Tunnel is the f

  irst (1860) and still in operation. 
• In 1918 became independent.
• Klaipeda port is ice-free all year.
  
• The Vilnius Hitchhiking Club is a leading due paying organization dedicated towards getting a free ride.
  
• Nemunas River (largest) is used in international shipping.
  
• A folklore, a groom carrying his bride over seven bridges on their Wedding Day is said to bring good luck.
• Speaks one of oldest languages in the world, archaic Indo-European.
  
• Birdwatching is popular at Curonian Spit.
• Romuva Sanctuary (Sambia) is where Krivis, Pagan Pope resided.
  
• Aukštojas Hill (Medininkai Highlands) is the highest point (965 ft).
  
• Home to over 330 bird species.
  
• Rye bread is eaten during most meals. 
  
• Launched three satellites to space: LitSat-1, Lituanica SAT-1 and LituanicaSAT-2.
  
• Church of St Peter & St Paul (Vilnius) has over 2000 different interior decor items.
  
• Has over 75 breweries and 32 of them are microbreweries.
  
• A 10 year education is mandated (ends at 16 years old).
  
• Asveja is the longest and Tauragnas is the deepest lake.
  
• Has approximately 3,000 lakes (majority in the northeast) and over 1,000 rivers and streams.
• Basketball is their national and most popular sport.
  
• Largest fresh water supplies amongst European countries.
• Has 5 national parks, 30 regional parks, and 402 nature reserves.
  
• Amongst those few in the world permitting hot air balloons over the city (Vilnius). 
  
• Birthplace of team sport, ritinis.
• Tourists largely visit from Belarus, Germany, Latvia, Poland, Russia, UK, and Ukraine.
  
• Organic farming is popular.
• Provides free state-funded healthcare to all citizens and long-term residents.
  
• SIM cards out number the population.

Vilnius, Lithuania. Photo Credit: Jacqueline Macou/Pixabay 

Special Holidays/Occasions

• Annual Events: (February) Lithuanian Indoor Athletics Championships, Vilnius Book Fair, (March) Kaziuko Mugė, Vilnius International Film Festival, Užgavėnės, (April) Kaunas Jazz, (May) Kauno Miesto Diena, Miss Lithuania, (June) Kilkim Žaibu, Klaipėda Castle Jazz Festival, Parbėg laivelis, Saint Jonas's Festival, Vilnius Culture Night, (July) Devilstone Open Air, Great Žemaičių Kalvarija Festival, Klaipėda Sea Festival, Lithuanian Archery Championships, (August) Be2gether, Lithuanian Athletics Championships, Mados Infekcija, (September) Vilnius Marathon, and (December) Baltijos Garsas.
• Holidays: New Year's Day, Independence Restoration Day, Independence Day/National Day, March Equinox, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Labour Day, June Solstice, St John's Day/Day of Dew, King Mindaugas’ Coronation Day, Feast of the Assumption of Mary, September Equinox, All Saints' Day, All Souls' Day, December Solstice, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Second Day of Christmas. 
  

Hill of Crosses, Šiauliai, Lithuania. Photo Credit: Arunas Bruzas/Pixabay 

Good to Know

• Vilnius is often compared to Prague.
  
• Vilnius is nicknamed "Rome of the East" and "Jerusalem of the North".
  
• Rural areas (south) horses are the preferred mode of transportation.
  
• Eastern region has thousands of lakes.
  
• Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
• Few cruise lines offer a port of call.
  
• Nightlife is in Vilnius.
• The National Song Festival (Dainu Svente) occurs every four years.
  
• Palanga is a popular summer spot.
  
• Tourists are known to be targeted for pick pocketing and purse snatching,
• Cyclists enjoy the scenic route of EuroVelo 10 which starts in Nida and follows the Curonian Spit to Palanga.
• Paddlers enjoy Aukstaitija National Park (north-eastern).
• Curonian Lagoon is popular for sailing.
  
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense.
• Fishing known for crawfish, carp, crawfish, eel, lamprey, pike, salmon, salmon trout, sardines, and trout.
• LGBTI are known to be physically and verbally assaulted.
  
• Beaches are guarded. Select designated areas are nude bathing.
  
• Antiques and artwork 50 years or older require a permit to export.
  
• Seat belts are mandatory.
  
• Smoked fish is considered a delicacy.
  
• Cuisine is influenced by Germany, Scandavania, and Russia.
  
• Low beam lights on vehicles are required while driving.
  
• Scammers are known to boot rental cars demanding compensation to remove the boot.
• Requires proof of funds and a return plane ticket.  
• Rail service connects to Belarus, Germany, Poland, and Russia.
• Ferry service connects to Ahus (Sweden), Kiel (Germany), Mukran (Germany), and Stockholm (Sweden) from Port of Klaipeda.
• Prevalent Diseases: Lyme Disease, Rabies, Tick-Borne Encephalitis (TBE), and Tuberculosis.

Church of St Peter & St Paul, Vilnius, Lithuania. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay 

This international destination requires:

• A valid passport with six months of validity and one blank page for entry stamp.
• Currency Restrictions for Entry/Exit: $10,000USD.

Photo Credit: Darin McLeod/Pixabay 

• Best Time to Visit: May - September
• Coldest Months: December - February 
• Hottest Months: June - August
• Peak Season: December, May - June 

Photo Credit: kmarius/Pixabay 

Your Must-See & Do

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Curonian Spit, Kernavė Archaeological Site, Struve Geodetic Arc, Vilnius Historic Centre

Nida, Lithuania. Photo Credit: Makalu/Pixabay 

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Liechtenstein

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Why visit Liechtenstein?

Ideal destination for the outdoorsy traveler seeking to experience alpine landscapes, bicycling, camping, fishing, golf, hanggliding, hiking, medieval castle, mineral baths, mountaineering, mountain scenery, museums, music, rare flora, skiing, snowboarding, theatre, villages, vineyards, and winter sports.

At a Glance

• Local Cuisine to Try: Hafalaab (Soup). Rösti (Fried Potato). Saukerkas (Cheese). Torkarebl (Porridge). Wurst (Sausage).  
• Local Drink to Try: Liechtenstein Wine.

(Malbun) Triesenberg, Liechtenstein. Photo Credit: ravisimo/Pixabay 

Fun Facts

• First to introduce compulsory school education in the world.
  
• Formerly considered a billionaires tax haven. 
• Smallest nation to win a medal in the Olympics.
  
• There's an old smuggler's trail (Malbun) into Austria.
  
• Europe's fourth-smallest country.
  
• The Ski Museum (Vaduz) exhibits over 180 pairs of  boots and 300 pairs of skis.
  
• One of the world's two doubly landlocked countries.
  
• Has 32 mountains. 
• Has more registered companies than citizens in the world.
  

Special Holidays/Occasions

• Annual Events: (March) Monster Concert, Operettas, Treisenberg Spring Festival, (June) LGT Alpine Marathon, and (July) Film Festival Vaduz.
• Holidays: New Year's Day, Berchtold Day, Epiphany, Candlemas, Shrove Tuesday, St Joseph's Day, March Equinox, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, May Day, Ascension Day, Whit Sunday, Whit Monday, Corpus Christi, June Solstice, Liechtenstein National Day, Nativity of Our Lady, September Equinox, All Saints' Day, Feast of the Immaculate Conception, December Solstice, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, St Stephen's Day, and New Year's Eve.

Photo Credit: Randy Jost/Pixabay 

Good to Know

• German is their official language.
  
• Western side (Low Country) offers meadows, orchards, vineyards and villages. 
• Eastern side (Upper Country) peaks reach above 8,000 ft.
  
• Has no airports.
• There are only four railway stations.
  
• St Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (ACH) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) are the nearest airports.
  
• From Zurich the Swiss intercity train stops in Sargans or Buchs. Nearest Austrian rail station is Feldkirch.
  
• Liechtenstein Museum (Austria) holds the private Art Collection of Prince of Liechtenstein.
  
• Bicycle theft, pick-pocketing, and vehicle break-ins are known to occur.
  
• Mountain rescues are extremely expensive, purchase sufficient insurance coverage to include coverage for mountain search and rescue for adventure sports. 
  
• Most major credit cards are widely accepted, most vendors only accept chip-and-PIN cards.
  
• Turning right at a red stop light is illegal.
• Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is common. 
  
• Vehicle snow chains are required during the winter.
  
• Mountain roads are known to close for extended periods due to weather.
  
• A Swiss or Austrian toll sticker is required for entry/exit.
• Drivers entering intersections from the right have priority over those passing on the left.
  
• Extensive bus network connects Vaduz (capital), Switzerland and Austria. Tickets must be validated prior to boarding. Failure to do so may result in an on-the-spot fine by an Inspector. If unable to pay the fine on the spot, it can automatically be doubled.
  

Vaduz, Lichtenštejnsko. Photo Credit: Ondrej Bocek/Unsplash

This international destination requires:

• A valid passport with six months of validity and one blank page for entry stamp.
• Tourist VISA not required for visits under 90 days.
• Required Vaccination from select countries. 
• Currency Restrictions for Entry/Exit: $10,000 Swiss Francs (CHF).

Sudden weather changes occur: avalanches, falling rocks, flooding, glacial crevasses, landslides, and snowdrifts.

• Best Time to Visit: May - September
• Coldest Months: November - March 
• Hottest Months: June - August
• Peak Season: September - October

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Libya

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Why visit Libya?

Ancient cities, beaches, camel riding, folk culture, history, horseback riding, monuments, mountainous region, ruins, and scuba diving.

At a Glance

• Local Cuisine to Try: Basbousa (Dessert Cake). Bazin (Bread). Bil-Bosla (Couscous). Hasa Adas (Soup). Kufta Bil Batinjal (Meat Dish). Makaruna Imbaukha (Pasta). Ruz Hoot Bil Kusbur (Fish Dish). Shakshouka (Egg Dish). Tajin Mahshi (Stuffed Vegetables).

Fun Facts

• In 1951, became independent.
• In 1992,  broke a world record with temperatures reaching 136.4 °F.
• Coastline is the longest of any African country bordering the Mediterranean.
• Arkenu structures once were thought to be two impact craters.
  
• Holds the largest oil reserves in Africa.
  
• Home to the largest network of water pipes (Great Man-Made River).
• Nearly 97% are Muslims even though historically one of oldest Jewish communities in the world (300 BC).
• The city of Leptis Magna is considered one of the best preserved Roman archaeological sites in the world.
  

Cyrene, Libya. Photo Credit: hamza88/Pixabay 

Special Holidays/Occasions

• Annual Events: (March) Nalut Spring Festival, (August) Zuwarah Awessu Festival, (October) Ghadames Festival, (November) Ghat Festival, and  (December) Acacus Festival.
• Holidays: Libyan Revolution Day, May Day, Eid al-Fitr, June Solstice, Day of Arafah, Eid al-Adha, Muharram, Martyrs' Day, September Equinox, The Prophet's Birthday, Liberation Day, December Solstice, and Independence Day.

Good to Know

• Due to civil unrest travel is not recommended.
• Compared to other Arab countries women are amongst the most liberated.
• Does not have bars, concert halls, or nightclubs. Few art galleries or theaters.
  
• Do not pass or receive food with your left hand.
  
• Culturally avoid exposing the soles of your feet. 
• Both men and women should dress modestly.
  
• Northern region has a milder Mediterranean-like climate.
  
• Journalists are known targets from armed groups.
  
• Homosexuality is illegal. Subject to fines and incarceration.
  
• A large country with a small population.
  
• Arabic speaking and Arab culture.
  
• Museums are primarily in Tripoli. 
• Staple food varies by area (western/pasta and eastern/rice).
• Alcohol consumption is illegal throughout the country.
  
• Small towns do not usually have restaurants.
  
• The export of local currency is prohibited.
• A Israeli passport or VISA may not enter. 
  
• Egypt and Tunisia borders are known to close without notice. 
  
• You're required to carry proof of citizenship and VISA with you at all times.
  
• Extremist groups are known to target USA travelers.
  
• Do not photograph government buildings, employees, or military.
• Predominantly “cash-only". MasterCard and VISA are not widely accepted.
• There is no direct commercial air service to the USA by carriers registered here. Service can be sporadic and cancelled without warning.

Photo Credit: WikiImages/Pixabay 

This international destination requires:

• A valid passport and one blank page for entry stamp.
• Tourist VISA required.
• Required Vaccination from select countries. 

Prone to dust storms and sandstorms.

• Best Time to Visit: November - March
• Coolest Months: January - February 
• Hottest Months: April - September
• Peak Season: June - August

Your Must-See & Do

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Archaeological Site of Cyrene, Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna, Archaeological Site of Sabratha, Old Town of Ghadamès, and Rock-Art Sites of Tadrart Acacus.

Sabratha , Libya. Photo Credit: Mohamed Sadiq/Unsplash

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Liberia

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Why visit Liberia?

For the experienced adventurous traveler beaches, history, rain forests, scuba diving, tribal culture, tropical jungles, 

At a Glance

• Souvenirs to Buy: Batik clothing, and wood carvings.
• Local Cuisine to Try: Breh (bread). Chicken Peanut Soup.
  Eddoes (taro root). Fufu (Bread). Geebee (Stew). Jollof Rice (Spicy Rice). Palava (Spicy Soup). Palm Butter Soup. Pepper Kala (Fried Dumpling). 
• Local Drink to Try: Gana Gana (Sugarcane Juice). Palm Wine (Palm Tree Sap). 

Fun Facts

• In 1847 declared independence but was not recognized by the USA until 1862.
• In 1848, Joseph Jenkins Roberts, African American from Virginia (state) was elected their President after moving there.
• In 1926, USA rubber company Firestone established their rubber plantation there.
  
• Cost of electricity (.54 per kWh) is considered among the highest in the world. 
  
• University of Liberia (Monrovia) is the country's largest and oldest (1862) university. 
  
• Natural resources include diamonds, gold, iron, and timber.
  
• Second-largest maritime registry of merchant fleet ships due to the lack of rules in the world.
  
• Growers of bananas, cassava, natural rubber, palm oil, and rice.
  
• Imports approximately 90% of their rice.
• Chimpanzees, duikers, elephants, hippopotamus, leopards, and monkeys are widely consumed as a delicacy (bushmeat).
  
• Polygamy marriages is praticed. Men can have up to four wives (ages 15–49).
• Mount Nimba Strict Reserve and Providence Island are pending registration on the 

  UNESCO World Heritage Centre.

  
  

Special Holidays/Occasions

• Annual Events: (November) Monrovia Children’s Day Festival
• Holidays: New Year's Day, Armed Forces Day, Decoration Day, J.J. Roberts' Birthday, Fast and Prayer Day, National Unification Day, Independence Day, Flag Day, Thanksgiving, William Tubman's Birthday, and Christmas.

Good to Know

• Poor infrastructure.
• Fuel, lodging, fuel, telephone services, and transportation are unevenly available.
  
• Disruption of communications service is common. 
  
• Due to poisoning, avoid eating amberjack, barracuda, bonito, grouper, mackerel, mahi-mahi, snapper, or tuna.
  
• Shop at the National Cultural Center (Kendeja) for wood carvings.
• Sanitation conditions to not meet our USA standards.
• Due to bilharzia risk avoid swimming or wading in freshwater lakes or streams.
• Buchanan offers beach towns.
  
• Cholera, Hepatitis (A, B, C), HIV, Malaria, Onchocerciasis, Polio, Rabies, Schistosomiasis, Typhoid, Tetanus, Yellow Fever are prevalent.
  
• Passports are required to be stamped at the Immigration Office on Broad Street (Monrovia) within 48 hours of arrival. 
  
• Ocean currents are strong.
• Adult literacy is low.
  
• Avoid public transportation.
• An International Driver’s License is required to drive.
  
• ATMs are not widely available. 
  
• English is their official language.
  
• Police force is limited.
  
• Credit cards and Traveler's checks are not widely accepted.
  
• Surfing is best in Robertsport.
• Use insect repellents containing 20% DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR3535.
  
• Photography of air, government buildings, military, public buildings, and sea ports is not permitted.
• Winter months (November - March) dry dust poses issues.
  
• Pollution is a significant issue (Monrovia).
  
• Roads are often impassable following heavy rainfalls (May - October).
• Highly ranked for rape and sexual abuse towards women. Punishable up to life in prison.
• Treat your clothing and tents with permethrin.
  
• Homosexuality is illegal. Considered a first-degree misdemeanor with up to one year in prison.
  
• Has highly venomous Portuguese Man-of-War jellyfish.
• Avoid exploring in the dark.
• Ambulances do not include trained paramedics and often have little to no medical equipment onboard.
• Government corruption is rampant.
• Avoid crowds, demonstrations, and rallies.
• Does not have working landline telephone systems. Purchase or rent a local cellular phone. 
  

This international destination requires:

• A valid passport and one blank page for entry stamp.
• Tourist VISA required.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination required. 
• Currency Restrictions for Entry/Exit: $7,500USD.

Photo Credit: Сергей Корчанов/Pixabay 

• Best Time to Visit: December - April  
• Coolest Months: June - November
• Hottest Month: April 
• Peak Season: October - January

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Lesotho

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Why visit Lesotho?

Ideal for the outdoorsy travelers seeking to enjoy birdwatching, hiking, horseback riding, mountains, prehistoric footprints, rivers, ruins, skiing, and trout fishing.

Photo Credit: Herbert Bieser/Pixabay 

At a Glance

• Souvenirs to Buy: Copper chess sets, gemstones, mats, porcupine quill jewelry, pottery, rock paintings, straw hats, tapestries, and weaved goods.
• Local Cuisine to Try: Kebabs. Likhobe (Stew). Motoho (Porridge). Oxtail Stew. Ting (Porridge).
• Local Drink to Try: Ginger Beer. Maluti Beer.

Photo Credit: Simon Allen/Pixabay 

Fun Facts

• In 1966, declared independence from the United Kingdom (UK).
  
• In 2007, a local textile worker's average income was $103USD per month.
  
• In 2020, Thomas Motsoahae Thabane, Prime Minister stepped down following allegations of murdering his ex-wife.
• Third largest in the world, completely surrounded by the territory of another country. 
  
• Completely surrounded by South Africa.
• Nearly 90% of the land consists of mountains.
• The highest peak is Thabana Ntlenyana (11,420 ft).
  
• Moyeni (south) has dinosaur footprints.
  
• Diamonds are produced in: Kao, Letšeng, Liqhobong, and Mothae. Letšeng Mine the leading producer of value per carat.
  
• Katse Botanical Gardens holds a collection of medicinal plants. 
  
• Holds the highest literacy rate in Africa.
  
• The Midlands in England imports their handcrafted woolen blanket.
  
• Lesotho is divided into ten districts.
  
• The Basotho blanket (thick wool cover) makes for their traditional attire.
  
• Home to the highest rates of lightning strikes per square mile in the world.
• Only independent state in the world entirely above 3,281 ft in elevation.
  
• Approximately 40 million tons of soil are lost annually due to erosion.
  

Photo Credit: Herbert Bieser/Pixabay 

Special Holidays/Occasions

• Annual Events: (February) Clarens Craft & Beer Festival, (March) Family Day, Moshoeshoe’s Day, Race to Rhodes, Surrender Hill Marathon, (April) Royal Drakensberg Mountain Bike Challenge, Splashy Fen Music Festival, (June) Duzi Trail Run, Ski Grand Prix, (July) Ski Festival, The Kings Cup, (August) 4 Peaks Mountain Challenge, National Snowboard Champs, (September) Morija Arts & Cultural Festival, Mont-Aux-Sources Challenge, Reggae Summer Fest, (October) Golden Gate Challenge, Soaring Eagle Mountain Run, (November) Ficksburg Cherry Festival, Ficksburg Cherry Race, Roof Of Africa, (December) High Altitude Summer Marathon, Lesotho Tourism Annual Festival, Lesotho and Jazz Festival.
  
• Holidays: New Year, Moshoeshoe's Birthday, March Equinox, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May Day, Ascension Day, Africa Heroes Day, June Solstice, King's Birthday, September Equinox, Independence Day, December Solstice, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.
  

Photo Credit: Herbert Bieser/Pixabay 

Good to Know

• Weak economy.
• Summer (December - March) is prone to rain and thunderstorms
• A stopover destination while traveling through South Africa.
  
• Rural hut flags have various homeowner meanings of goods sold: Green = Vegetables, Red = Meat. White = Sorghum Beer, and Yellow - Barley Beer.
• Highland snow occurs between May - September.
  
• Medical facilities are limited and ambulance service is unreliable.
  
• Skiing occurs between June - August (Oxbow).
• Trout fishing is best between September - May.
• Natives with a disability are known to face a significant cultural and social  barriers.
  
• Crime rate is high and foreigners are known to be targeted.
• Confine your explorations to daylight hours.
  
• Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
• Maximum VISA extensions permitted is five (up to 180 days). 
  
• Leave your valuables at home as baggage theft is known to occur at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) (Johannesburg). Airport plastic wrapping service acts as a deterrent.
  
• Majority of the roads are unpaved, a four-wheel-drive is recommended .
• Highest incidence of tuberculosis in the world.
• Due to high altitude take precaution and pace yourself.
• Rental cars are only available in Maseru.
  
• Significant levels of child labour does exist.
  
• Consensual same-sex sexual relations is criminalized.
  
• Visiting or transferring through South Africa two blank VISA pages are required.  All children under 18 are required to carry their birth certificate as well.  
  
• Traffic flows from the left, with vehicle steering on right.
  
• Prone to droughts, causing food and water shortages.
• Avoid mini-bus taxis.
• Do not consume tap water.
• Second  highest HIV/AIDS prevalence rate in the world. 

This international destination requires:

• A valid passport with three months of validity following return and one blank page for entry stamp.
• Tourist VISA not required for visits under 30 days.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination from select countries. 

Maloti-Drakensberg Park (Jonathan's Gate), Sehlabathebe, Lesotho. Photo Credit: Arthur Hickinbotham/Unsplash 

• Best Time to Visit: April - October
• Coldest Month: June - August
• Hottest Months: December - March
• Peak Season: October - November & March - April

Photo Credit: WhiskerFlowers/Pixabay 

Your Must-See & Do

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Maloti-Drakensberg Park 

Photo Credit: Herbert Bieser/Pixabay 

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