People from 24 different countries around the world share the view outside their window

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The view outside a window in Haskovo, Bulgaria.

Every city has its own unique character, thanks to its landscape and the lifestyle of the people who live there.

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Somfy, a tech company that creates home automation systems, asked people from countries around the world to share the view from outside their windows.

A set of fascinating stories came with each photo, giving a captivating view of what everyday life is like for people around the world.

We've put together a collection of images and stories that showcase the experience of 24 different individuals, from Janis, who is one of only a few residents of a small Latvian village, to Uros, who is mesmerized by Abu Dhabi's nighttime skyline.