Flag of the Solomon Islands

The flag of the Solomon Islands features a thin yellow diagonal stripe running from the bottom left to the top right. 

Above it lies a blue triangle containing five white five-pointed stars arranged in an X-shape; below it is a green triangle. 

Blue represents the ocean, green the land, and yellow the sun. 

The five stars symbolize the five main island groups. 

The flag was adopted on November 18, 1977, shortly before independence in 1978.

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Janjehli (India)

Janjehli is a small, relatively unknown mountain valley in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India. 

It is situated in the Seraj Valley at an altitude of approximately 2,150 meters, about 80–90 km from Mandi. 

It is a peaceful, green destination featuring pine and deodar forests, meadows, apple orchards, and views of the Himalayas. 

It is often referred to as a hidden gem or "India’s Switzerland" because it remains largely untouched by mass tourism. 

Its most famous attraction is the roofless Shikari Devi Temple, located at an altitude of around 3,350 meters. 

Other highlights include trekking, camping, waterfalls, and nearby spots such as the Bulah meadows and Jalori Pass. 

Best time to visit: April–June and September–November.

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Flag of Samoa

The flag of Samoa is red with a blue canton in the upper left, on which five white five-pointed stars form the Southern Cross. 

It has been in use since February 24, 1949 (initially with four stars; the fifth small star was added in 1949) and became the national flag upon independence on January 1, 1962. 

Red stands for bravery, blue for freedom, and white for purity. 

The stars refer to Samoa’s location in the Southern Hemisphere and align with the flag of New Zealand.

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Suðureyri (Iceland)

Suðureyri is a small fishing village in Iceland's Westfjords, located on the southern side of Súgandafjörður.

For a long time, the village was isolated behind high mountains. 

Since 1996, it has been connected to Ísafjörður by a tunnel. 

The economy revolves primarily around sustainable fishing; the fishing company Fisherman and the clothing brand 66°North have their roots here. 

Visitors come for the tranquil fjord, the geothermal pool, the seafood restaurant, tours focused on the fishing industry, and the quintessential Icelandic village atmosphere. 

The church dates back to 1937.

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Flag of San Marino

The flag of San Marino is a horizontal bicolour—white on top and light blue below—featuring the republic's coat of arms in the centre. 

The coat of arms depicts three towers (Guaita, Cesta, and Montale) atop the peaks of Monte Titano, surmounted by a crown (a symbol of sovereignty) and flanked by laurel and oak branches, along with the motto *Libertas* (liberty). 

White represents peace, while light blue represents liberty (and the sky). 

The flag was officially adopted in 1862; the design (including the crown) was formalised in 2011. 

A civil version without the coat of arms also exists.

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Taaitaai

Taaitaai is a tough, chewy cookie eaten primarily around the time of Sinterklaas. 

Its name comes from the Dutch word *taai* (meaning tough or chewy): the dough is firm, and you really have to chew it. 

The flavor resembles *speculaas* (spiced gingerbread) but with a distinct aniseed taste. 

It is usually made from rye flour, honey or syrup, *speculaas* spices, and aniseed. 

It is often baked in the shapes of Sinterklaas or Zwarte Piet. 

In short: a firm, spiced Sinterklaas cookie that isn't crisp like *speculaas*, but rather chewy.

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Flag of São Tomé and Príncipe

The flag of São Tomé and Príncipe consists of three horizontal bands—green, yellow, and green—with a red isosceles triangle on the left and two black five-pointed stars in the yellow band.

It was adopted in 1975 upon independence from Portugal and is based on the flag of the liberation movement MLSTP. 

The colors are Pan-African. 

Green represents the lush vegetation; yellow stands for the sun and cocoa (a major export product); and red symbolizes the struggle for independence and equality. 

The two stars represent the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe.

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