Is this the world’s best falafel?

In 1969, Nasa astronauts landed on the Moon for the first time. Fifty years later, scientists are in training for the next mission – and in a place few would suspect.

• Spain
• Island

For centuries, in the flatlands of southern Spain, one of the country’s longest cattle migrations has occurred. But now, technology is opening up new possibilities for farmers.

• Spain
• Cultural Traditions
• Animal

Each July, Venice unites to remember its liberation from the bubonic plague that decimated more than a third of its population between 1575 and 1577.

• Venice
• Festivals

Even non-divers can come face-to-face with the world’s most vibrant marine life

First created as a medicine, liquorice cakes have been eaten throughout the centuries – and are an unlikely symbol of Yorkshire.

• England
• Food & Drink

Every May, the US Coast Guard and the Royal Navy hold a ceremony on a sliver of North Carolina land where four sailors are buried.

• USA
• History

‘Susegad’ – which comes from the Portuguese word ‘sossegado’ for quiet – refers to the laidback attitude of Goans, who seem to live in a perennial state of contentment.

• Goa
• Cultural Traditions