The destinies of cities, like people, develop differently. Their history knows ups and downs, the cruelty of destruction and the joy of rebirth, the bitterness of oblivion and the sweetness of glory. And just like their inhabitants, each city has its own face, way of life, customs, features and even character. This book will introduce you to the history of the emergence and development of the most famous cities on the planet, with their attractions and features of modern life. Being a kind of guide, it contains a lot of useful information about unique architectural and urban planning monuments, museums and theaters, centers of science and culture, parks and gardens, banks and shops, restaurants and casinos. In some cases, information is even provided about the most convenient types of transport, opening hours of museums and attractions, features of national cuisine and much more that can be useful to every tourist.