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This Sunday the Vuelta a España says goodbye in Granada (Spain), and not in Madrid, as this image of the peloton riding in front of the Palacio de Cibeles suggests. This year's edition does not pass even close to the capital and reserves its last act at the foot of the Alhambra.

The stage is 99.4 km with start and finish in the city itself, but it is worth forgetting about the quiet walk of other years. After a first loop through the metropolitan area, the peloton enters an urban circuit that chains up to five steps along the ramp of the top of the Alhambra, a short and demanding wall that many already compare to the climbs to Montmartre in the last Tour.

With the hill of the Alhambra, "the red one" according to its Arabic name, and Sierra Nevada as a backdrop, the red jersey will be resolved in one of the most recognizable settings in the country.

Perched above the Regnitz River, the Old Town Hall is one of Bamberg's most iconic landmarks in Germany. According to local tradition, the building stands on an artificial island because the town's bishop refused to grant the citizens land for their town hall. In response, residents are said to have created their own site in the middle of the river, giving the structure its remarkable setting and enduring appeal.

The building combines elements of Gothic and Baroque architecture, while its colourful exterior is adorned with elaborate frescoes. A stone bridge connects the hall to both sides of the historic town, creating one of the most photographed scenes in Bavaria.

Today, the Old Town Hall remains a symbol of Bamberg's rich heritage and distinctive character. Surrounded by winding streets, historic buildings and riverside views, it offers a glimpse into centuries of local history and continues to captivate visitors from around the world.

A day at the beach is rarely quiet when California sea lions are around. With their booming barks, playful personalities and a knack for stealing the spotlight, these marine mammals know how to put on a show.

Found along the Pacific coast from British Columbia to Mexico, California sea lions are among the few animals that seem just as comfortable on land as they are in the water. Adult males are easy to spot thanks to the distinctive forehead bump, or sagittal crest. Unlike true seals, they rotate their hind flippers forward, allowing them to 'walk' or even run on all fours. In the ocean, they power through the water with their large front flippers, reaching speeds of up to 40 kilometres per hour. They're also famous for jugging—floating upright with their flippers raised above the surface to help regulate their body temperature.

Whether lounging on shore or gliding through the waves, California sea lions are among the most charismatic animals along the Pacific coast.

What happens when a grand classical concert lets its hair down? The Last Night of the Proms. The finale of the annual BBC Proms turns London's Royal Albert Hall into a joyful, flag-waving party, where world-class music meets quirky costumes, inflatable toys and enthusiastic singalongs.

The Proms began in 1895, and the Last Night gradually developed its distinctive traditions. Today, Prommers arrive waving Union Jacks and other flags, wearing everything from flag-covered suits to Viking helmets, and occasionally brandishing inflatable bananas or squeaky ducks. A traditional favourite, Henry Wood's 'Fantasia on British Sea-Songs' often gets the crowd stamping and whistling, while favourites including 'Jerusalem,' 'Rule, Britannia!' and Elgar's 'Land of Hope and Glory' turn the finale into one enormous chorus.

Getting a seat is another part of the ritual. One way is the five-concert ballot, which requires fans to attend at least five other Proms concerts before applying for Last Night tickets. Other options include a smaller public ballot, whole-season passes and limited day-of standing returns.

Some journeys never reach their destination yet change the course of history. The Flight 93 National Memorial Visitor Center near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, tells the story of one such flight. It honors the 40 passengers and crew members whose actions on September 11, 2001, became a defining moment of courage.

The memorial's design speaks as powerfully as its exhibit. Its concrete walls, visitor center, and outdoor observation platform align with the actual flight path of United Flight 93. The surrounding landscape forms the 'Crescent of Embrace,' gently curving around the sacred crash site. A narrow entrance walkway opens onto an overlook above the field and hemlock grove where the plane came down. A glass panel bears the inscription, 'A common field one day, a field of honor forever.'

Inside, the exhibit intentionally excludes the hijackers and shines its focus exclusively on the passengers and crew. Their story endures because their decision to fight back is believed to have prevented the plane from reaching its intended target, making their sacrifice a legacy of heroism.

Castelmezzano, in the province of Potenza in Basilicata, Italy, is hidden from view until you reach it. You arrive through a tunnel and as you emerge, the village suddenly appears, wedged among the sandstone pinnacles of the Lucanian Dolomites. The houses seem to climb over one another at around 750 metres above sea level, connected by steps and narrow lanes that rise towards the remains of the Norman fortress.

The name Castelmezzano comes from Castrum Medianum, meaning 'castle in the middle,' referring to its position between the fortresses of nearby Pietrapertosa and Brindisi Montagna. A steep staircase carved into the rock leads to the former lookout point, with views over the Basento Valley below. The village has around 700 residents and is part of I Borghi più belli d'Italia, a network of Italy's most beautiful villages. It is also one of the two stations of the Volo dell'Angelo (Angel's Flight), a steel-cable zip line linking Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, with riders suspended high above the valley. A village to admire from below and, if you're feeling brave, from above too.