ZOLTAN POPOVITS

Eighty years after its construction, Hungary's Eger Castle withstood the attack of 80,000 Turkish soldiers.

The 15th century structure presently houses several museums for wax creations and paintings. Hungary is also the birthplace of featured jewelry designer Zoltan Popovits.

PEKKA HIRVONEN

The 15th century Olavinlinna Castle in Finland is situated on a small island that overlooks Lake Saimaa.

Its varied architectural details points towards a past that includes construction by Swedish builders, and a subsequent occupancy by Russians. Finland is also home to featured jewelry designer Pekka Hirvonen.

CHAO-HSIEN KUO

A trip to Taiwan would not be complete without visiting a few of the country's historic temples that include Buddhist, Confucius, and Taoist temples. Taiwan is the birthplace of featured jewelry designer Chao-Hsien Kuo.

CHRISTOPHE BURGER

Today we explore the Castle of Florac, a former salt loft during the French Revolution, in south-central France. Surrounded by the lovely Cévennes National Park, the castle serves as the park's information center. France is also the home of featured jewelry designer Christophe Burger.

BJÖRN WECKSTRÖM | LAPPONIA JEWELRY OY

Today we visit Finland's Oulu University Botanical Garden located at Linnanmaa Campus' north end.

The garden provides the school's biology department with living specimens for research and educational purposes, while also serving as a lovely recreation area. Finland is also the birthplace of featured jewelry designer Björn Weckström.