Puebla is one of the most important states of Mexico and ranks first among the ‘States with the highest number of Pueblos Magicos (Magic Towns)’ according to the Federal Secretary of Culture.
Konya faces various challenges and opportunities typical of a rapidly growing urban center in Turkey. With a population exceeding 2 million, Konya experiences rapid urbanization, which leads to an increased pressure on infrastructure, housing, and public services.
With almost 400,000 inhabitants, Novi Sad is one of the fastest-growing cities in the region. The city has experienced nine state formations and various social systems in the last century.
With around 64,000 inhabitants, Granollers is characterised by its industrial character from the 20th century. The dismantling of traditional industry forced it to diversify its economy and, today, it is also marked by its cultural and creative character.
Amman is Jordan’s capital, and its economic, political, and cultural hub. It represents around 42% of Jordan’s overall population, with a population growth mostly due to an enormous influx of refugees and internal migrations.
Brazzaville, the political, economic and cultural capital of the Congo, is located on the right bank of the eponymous river and is divided into nine districts.
Santa Fe, with 572,265 inhabitants, is the provincial capital. With an outstanding institutional activity, it is also consolidated as an educational, scientific, commercial and service centre.
Makati, located in the heart of Metropolitan Manila, pulses with a vibrant cultural scene: with an eclectic array of art galleries, theaters, and museums, and with music reverberating through Makati’s streets, with live performances and city’s festivals and events.
Malmö is Sweden’s third largest, fastest growing and southernmost city. It faces out towards greater Europe and is linked by a 16km bridge to the Danish capital of Copenhagen.
Kütahya is a city in western Türkiye with 578,640 inhabitants. It is the capital of tile art and a city of ceramics. It is also a typical intermediary city due to its cultural heritage, location, economy and urban policy.