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People & Places
Photo: Washington, D.C.

Photograph by Annie Griffiths Belt

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United States of America

Learn about the diverse country that is twice the size of the European Union.

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Photo: Folk dancers, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Mexico

Mexico is a land of extremes—and one of the world's most interesting and important nations.
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Photo: Girl smiling

Find out what school is like in Guatemala.

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  • Photo: Horse riders explore Bow Lake in Banff, Alberta, Canada

    Canada

    Canada is a land of stunning landscapes made from towering mountains, wide plains, endless coastlines, thick forests, and frozen tundra.

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  • Photo: Decorated mule

    Iran

    Iran is a land with stunning landscapes, diverse people, a long, rich history, and an uncertain future.

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  • Photo: Tower Bridge at night; London, England

    United Kingdom

    The United Kingdom is an island nation with stunning natural beauty and a complex history of foreign invasions and international empires.

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  • Photo: Italian star Luca Toni takes a shot at the 2006 World Cup

    Italy

    A thriving economy, natural and cultural wealth, and some of the best food in the world give Italians enormous pride in their country.

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  • Photo: Mazar-i-Sharif mosque

    Afghanistan

    Learn about this central Asian country which is known for its tall mountains and dry deserts.

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