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Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Véza, officially Victoria Falls, is a tourist city in northwestern Zimbabwe, bordering Zambia, known for the world-famous Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya Falls). A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the falls are 1,700 meters wide and have a drop of 108 meters, making them one of the largest waterfalls in Africa, known locally as the "Smoke of Thunder". The city has a strong focus on tourism, offering specialty experiences such as bungee jumping, helicopter tours and wildlife cruises, and is surrounded by a wealth of national parks. The city is a gateway to explore Zimbabwe's nature and culture, with a multicultural atmosphere that blends local tribal traditions with colonial architecture.