Non-profit hospitality exchange service for bicycle touring. Hosts offer free lodging and services without charge. Based in Boulder, Colorado as a 501(c)(3) organization
Urban villages appear in both city outskirts and downtown areas. Surrounded by modern skyscrapers and transportation infrastructure. Building density exceeds 70% with multi-story buildings. Often dark, damp, and lack proper lighting
Moldova is generally cheaper than European tourist destinations. Chisinau is more expensive but difference is minimal. Moldavians are warm and good hosts
Hiroshima is the principal city of Chugoku Region with over a million inhabitants. First atomic bomb dropped on August 6, 1945, destroying everything within 2 km radius. After war, Hiroshima Castle and Shukkeien Garden were reconstructed. Peace Memorial Park was built in city center to commemorate rebirth
Physical library with extensive book collection organized by subject. Contains rare books from 1561, including oldest historical work. Offers electronic books with perpetual access. Maintains non-borrowable journals and electronic journals. Provides access to theses and dissertations since 1986
Pointe-Noire has over 800,000 people in Middle Africa. Total monthly living cost for two person is 0.37 USD. City offers affordable housing and thriving job market