The historic Fort Bourtange Fort Bourtange is a historic star-shaped fortress in the province of Groningen, in the northeastern Netherlands. It was built in 1593 during the Dutch Revolt to control an important road connecting Germany with the city of Groningen. Its distinctive star-shaped design, defensive moat, earthen walls, and historic buildings make it a remarkable example of military architecture. Today, the restored fortress is an open-air historical attraction where visitors can explore the old streets and learn about life inside a fortified settlement. Fortification — a structure built for defence Moat — a deep, wide ditch, often filled with water, surrounding a fort or castle 💬 Useful Expressions A glimpse into the past — o‘tmishga bir nazar Preserve historical heritage — tarixiy merosni saqlab qolmoq A remarkable example of military architecture — harbiy me’morchilikning e’tiborga molik namunasi Stand the test of time — vaqt sinovidan o‘tmoq

Glymur, Iceland 🌍 Brief Facts Glymur is a spectacular canyon approximately 2 kilometres long and up to 100 metres deep. The canyon was shaped by flowing water and glacial meltwater over thousands of years. The Fjaðrá River winds through the narrow gorge between steep, moss-covered cliffs. A walking trail along the canyon’s rim provides views of its unusual rock formations and winding river. The landscape is particularly famous for its green vegetation and dramatic geological features. ✨ Useful Expressions Carved by flowing water — oqayotgan suv ta’sirida shakllangan A winding river cuts through the canyon — egri-bugri daryo kanyonni kesib o‘tadi Steep, moss-covered cliffs — mox bilan qoplangan tik qoyalar A striking geological formation — hayratlanarli geologik tuzilma

Værøy Municipality, Norway 🌍 Brief Facts Værøy is a small island municipality in the Lofoten region of Norway. It is known for its dramatic mountains, rocky coastlines, and beautiful beaches. Fishing is a major part of the local economy, especially the production of dried cod, known as stockfish. The island is home to seabirds, including puffins. During summer, the midnight sun creates exceptionally long daylight hours. ✨ Useful Expressions A remote island community — olis orolda yashovchi jamoa A rugged coastline — qoyali, notekis qirg‘oq Rich in marine wildlife — dengiz jonivorlariga boy A traditional fishing industry — an’anaviy baliqchilik sanoati