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Located on the Adriatic coast of the Republic of Montenegro, Budva is one of the oldest settlements in the region, with over 2,500 years of history. Famous for its magnificent beaches, medieval old town and vibrant nightlife, the city is known as the jewel in the crown of Montenegrin tourism.
The Old Town of Budva, with its Venetian-style walls and stone streets, has preserved historical buildings such as the Church of St. Ivan and the Church of St. Mary. Just outside the Old Town, Budva Castle overlooks the city bay and is a popular spot for watching the Mediterranean sunset.
Blue Flag beaches such as Mogollon and Yaz are dotted around the city, with crystal clear waters suitable for diving, sailing and other water activities. The nearby island of St. Stefan is connected to the mainland by a land bridge, and this luxury resort in a converted 15th-century village has become an iconic Montenegrin sight.
Budva is about 20 kilometers from Tivat Airport, and the peak tourist season is in the summer (June-September) each year. Visitors can combine a visit to the Bay of Kotor with a visit to the Skudai Lake National Park to experience the dual charms of Montenegro's seaside and mountains.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.