Insight Guide Brazil. This 375-page book includes a sectiondetailing Brazil's history, 9 features covering the country's lifeand culture, ranging from its shocking wealth divisions to itspassion for soccer and carnival, a region by region visitor's guideto the sights, and a comprehensive Travel Tips section packed withessential contact addresses and numbers. Plus over 320 marvellousphotographs and 17 maps. --This text refers to an alternatePaperback edition. 自从16世纪葡萄牙殖民者来到这里，巴西一直对外国人有着经久不衰的吸引力。先是黄金，再是橡胶和咖啡，近则是充满异国风情的风景和音乐。对巴西人来说，这也是一片神奇的土地。很多巴西人都相信，在这个国家的某个角落，有一个巨大的宝藏，问题只是要确定这个角落在哪里。 巴西人和外国人从16世纪开始在这个幅员辽阔的国家生长繁衍，孕育了1亿7千5百万人口，成为世界上多种族的国家之一。这里既有繁华的

Insight Guides present the full breadth of each nation in alarge format suitable for a thorough introduction to the people andsights, while cities and regions are presented in a portable formatideal for the discriminating urban explorer in pursuit of the bestthe area has to offer. 埃及是诗歌和文学的摇篮，是从建筑到包装的一切西方时尚的灵感来源。长久以来，这个尼罗河畔的国家对普罗大众就有着极大的吸引力。 埃及人的生死观对西方也有相当诡异的影响力。早在中世纪，关于木乃伊的神秘传说就在西方流传。到了16世纪，来到埃及的西方人对木乃伊更是痴迷，他们挖开古老的墓地，从棺椁中取出木乃伊，运回欧洲。 1821年伦敦博物馆开辟了埃及厅，展出意大利探险家GiovanniBelzoni从阿布辛贝神庙运回英国的无数珍宝，轰动全国。 1922年HowardCarter发现图坦卡蒙陵墓，震惊世界。陵墓中出土的5000多件艺术品公开展出。当这批珍宝在

"Insight City Guides" have just got better! With more detailed coverage spanning over 350 pages and over double the number of photos they provide a highly visual introduction to the city. 2 street atlases provide extra clarity and easy orientation - one indexed atlas locates hotels and restaurants, and a second plots principal sites and attractions. The Best Of section illustrates everything you can't afford to miss. Editor's top tips reveal lesser-known sights, best views, best walks, best family activities plus money-saving hints. A new colour-coded overview map introduces the places section and highlights the top sights at a glance. Expanded restaurant listings feature the best eateries to suit all budgets within each area, giving the address, phone number, opening times and price range, followed by a useful review. A new illustrated section covers all the top shopping areas, department stores and markets. From the best places to grab a bargain to designer stores, this section will give you all the insider

Lonely Planet Knows Ireland. Gentle mountains, rugged ridges,wild moorlands, warm hospitality and the infamous Irish weather:taking to the trail in Ireland is never dull. With routes acrossthe most spectacular landscapes of the Republic and NorthernIreland and highlights of the Waymarked Ways, this guide has hikesfor every ability level. Our resident Irish authors share the bestof their walking experience, including the rolling WicklowMountains, the spiky summits of Connemara, the sandy beaches of theDingle Peninsula and the dramatic coastal cliffs of the northwest.In This Guide: Everything you need to know to get prepared.Listings for sleeping, eating and facilities along the way. Adviceon equipment, health and safety.

Michelin publishes a series of touring guides known as THEGREEN GUIDE, the perfect travel companion: a discerning andup-to-date source of information. Practical and comprehensive, itoffers suggestions on what to see and what to do, background onhistory and cultural heritage and a selection of hotels andrestaurants. An ideal guide for the independent tourist, THE GREENGUIDE explores destinations both near and far. Sights are rated-*** "worth a journey", ** "worth a detour" and * "interesting".Maps and itineraries make planning easy, whether visiting thehighlights or venturing off the beaten track. Travel with THE GREENGUIDE for an exciting and memorable experience in Alsace.

This essential guide steers you along Britain’s best cyclingroutes, to great pubs and attractions and the coziest places tostay and eat. Find a tour to suit you – a leisurely day trip, aweek-long tour or the epic 20-day Land’s End to John o’Groatsride. 120 days of Britain’s best cycling where to eat – from pubs to cafes, curry-houses andrestaurants where to stay – from camping to B Bs and luxury hotels on-the-road maintenance tips and recommended bike shops what to see and do, in and out of the saddle how to pack and transport your bike --This text refers to an out ofprint or unavailable edition of this title.

standing work almost from the moment of publication.Beginningwith a groundbreaking interpretation of the ori-gin and nature ofthe city Lewis Mumford follows the city's developmentfrom Egypt andMesopotamia through Greece Rome and the MiddleAges to the modernworld. Instead of accepting the destiny of the city asthetendencies to metropolitan congestion suburban sprawl andsocialdisintegration, Mumford outlines an order integratingtechnical facilitieswith biological needs and social norms. Ascompelling as it is compre-hensive Mumfords award-winning work "isfar more than the study ofurban culture through the ages. It is arevitalization of civilizations( Kirkus Reviews).

This brand new Insight Guide to Gambia Senegal featuresa wealth of inspiring full-colour photography, including doublepage spreads of some of the most outstanding views in sub-SaharanAfrica. The top ten sights are identified to show you the very bestof both countries and to help you plan your trip priorities.Whether you simply want to while away the days on the lush Atlanticcoastline, or safari into the remote savannah of Niokolo-Koba, thisguide expertly explores it all. An Editor's Choice sectionhighlights the most unique experiences Gambia Senegal have tooffer, along with personal recommendations on sights and activitiesnot to be missed. An in-depth Places section covers both countries,region by region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced bynumber to the accompanying full-colour maps. At the end of eachsection you can find useful restaurant listings, with an indicationof prices suitable for all budgets. Other colour-coded sectionscover History and interesting features on everything from

This new edition Insight Guide to Japan features illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside inspiring full-colour photography, including over 250 brand new photographs that will bring Japan's people and places to life, at the turn of a page. The top attractions are highlighted to help you plan your trip priorities and a brand new 'Best of' section features recommendations on many exclusive experiences. An in-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region by region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide. Additional maps inside the front and back covers enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. Attractive colour-coded sections contain fascinating features that explore Japan's history and culture. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides essential practical information, covering transport, visas and passports, accommodation for all budgets, climate, the arts, shopping, language and much mor

Insight goes walkabout! Few can deny that Sydney is the iconiccity of Australia. But besides that, New South Wales hasattractions galore, and it's about time they shared in some of itslimelight. The "Insight Regional Guide to New South Wales" provideslively and entertaining writing providing comprehensive coverage ofall of new South Wales including Sydney and Canberra. Sumptuousdouble-page photo essays capture the Hunter Valley wine region,music, sport and local wildlife. The guide also contains a freeTouring Map which highlights the best drives in the region.

This brand new edition provides a comprehensive and highlyvisual introduction to Rome; over 600 superb photographs capturethe history, local people and variety of everyday life in one ofItaly's most magical cities. The 'Places' section provides adetailed, district-by-district exploration of all the places tovisit and principal sites along the way are clearlycross-referenced by number to the full-colour maps found throughoutthe guide. Expanded and updated restaurant listings feature thebest eateries to suit all budgets within each area, providing theaddress, phone number, opening times and price range, followed by auseful review. The 'Top Sights' section covers everything yousimply can't afford to miss, from the iconic monuments of AncientRome to the vibrant squares of Campo de' Fiori. A brand new'Editor's Choice' section illustrates top recommendations,including lesser-known attractions, events, family activities aswell as money-saving hints. Expert local writers provideauthoritative essays on the city

An inspiring series combines a wealth of breathtakingphotographs and informative texts, helping you to explore the mostfascinating countries and regions on the planet. Over 250 inspiringphotographs capture the essence of each destination and each pagespread is accompanied by informative texts which provide astimulating background read. Over 1,000 carefully selected websitesprovide additional information for the most spectacular sights anda dedicated 20-page atlas section enables readers to locate cities,key landmarks, cultural monuments, national parks and much more. Anideal gift for any occasion!

No highway in the world is as laden with romance and adventure as the Silk Road. As recently as the 1930s, travellers on the first stretch from Xi’an to Lanzhou would have to journey by pony, the original ‘slow travel’. Although modes of transport have improved since then, only now do we see the introduction of the first ever full-colour guide to the entire 5,000-mile trading route, from China to the Mediterranean. Chris Bradley, one of the main contributors to the newly published Insight Guides’ The Silk Road, takes you on a journey through the landscapes, history and cultures of the Road, as it traverses some 13 countries, highlighting everything from the domes of Samarkand to the bazaars of Aleppo, the oasis of Turpan to the sands of the Taklamakan, and the walls of Khiva to the ruins of Palmyra.

This brand new edition of the Insight Guide to the Nile hasbeen fully revised and updated. This guide includes a sectiondetailing the history of the area with detailed information onPyramidology, Ancient Gods, the rise of Christianity, the spread ofIslam and much more. Features cover aspects of the life andculture, ranging from Taming the Nile, the history of Nilecruising, the people of the Nile and Egyptian cuisine, alongsideothers. The guide then details a region by region visitor's guideto the sights, ranging from Nubia and Lake Nasser, Aswan to Luxorand Cairo, along with a comprehensive travel tips section packedwith essential information on transport, accommodation, eating out,activities and language tips. This new edition contains over 250brand-new photographs, which, along with revised text, brings thisedition up-to-date, along with several maps.

This brand new title covers Northern France in detail, withbreathtaking full-colour photography alongside illuminating texts,bringing the region to life. An in-depth 'Places' section coversthe entire region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced bynumber to accompanying full-colour maps for easy navigation at aglance. Attractive colour-coded sections make the guide extremelyeasy to use, whether you want to read the full narrative, or simplydip in and out. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides awealth of practical information, covering transport, accommodationfor all budgets, climate, shopping, nightlife, festivals, healthand much more, including an A-Z section of essential tips anduseful contact telephone numbers. The unique combination ofinsightful exploration alongside practical advice means that thisguide truly is a pleasure to read before, during and after yourvisit. This title also features comprehensive travel tips coveringaccommodation, top attractions, A-Z of practical informat

——古老的传奇 对历史学家而言，希腊无疑是富有魅力的国度，哲学、政治、历史、语言、戏剧、体育……几乎西方文明的所有要素都可以在这里找到它们的根。深厚的历史积淀和文化传统是希腊人引以为傲的，也是他们愿意和来访者分享的。 对旅行者来说，希腊更是一个神奇的地方。不管你选择什么交通工具，一踏上希腊的土地，你都会立刻陶醉在地中海灿烂的阳光里。从那一刻起，你就成了风景的一部分。蓝天在上，白沙在下，震撼人心的文明遗迹，风味独特的美酒佳肴，热情好客的希腊人民……所有这一切都让会让你不可抗拒地爱上这个美丽的国家。 在你踏上这片神奇的土地，开始一段摄人心魄的旅程之前，本书将是一个精彩的预演。

在过去的500年间，越南曾多次遭遇外族入侵。这段艰辛的历史培养了越南人强烈的民族认同感和坚韧、务实的民族特性。 越南人有一句口号：“越南是一个国家，不是一场战争。”但是在二战后的30年里，越南几乎是战争的同义词。如今，战争的记忆渐渐淡去，战争的痕迹仍隐约可见——昔日的弹坑成了鱼塘，军事要塞成了旅游景点。现在的越南人口中60%是30岁以下的年轻人，他们生于战后，童年时代没有留下关于战争的记忆。 经历了多年的战乱和纷争之后，在这个共产党执政的国家，越南人的务实精神让他们选择了转向市场经济的改革。在河内的街道上，你可以感受到这里的人们为未来打拼的急切心情，而不是在很多贫困地区常见的那种孤苦无助、听天由命的无奈。 在越南，等待你的不仅仅是碧海蓝天、古迹遗址、海鲜大餐、异域风情，还有更多值得探索的人

From remote hill villages to glamorous resorts, from Alpinevalley to busy ports, every corner of Provence is covered. InsightRegional Guides come in a portable format with a rounded spine -making the guides more comfortable to carry on the move. The guidesinclude a free touring map, highlighting the best drives in theregion helping visitors to get the most out of their stay. Thetours are designed to take visitors off the beaten track andhighlight all the major sights along the way. The pull-out map isfully indexed and also includes inset city plans of major towns.There is also a section of insider's tips to help readers setpriorities and save time and money.

This brand new edition Insight Guide to Chile and EasterIsland features a wealth of inspiring full-colour photography,including outstanding double page spreads. The top ten sights areidentified to show you the very best of Chile and Easter Island andto help you plan your trip priorities, whether that be exploringthe Torres del Paine National Park at the southern tip of theAndes, or the hundreds of Moai statues that cover Easter Island. Abrand new 'Editor's Choice' section reveals the local author'sselection of the most unique experiences Chile has to offer. Anin-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region byregion, with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number toaccompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide. Additional mapsinside the front and back covers enable instant orientation andeasy navigation at a glance. Attractive colour-coded sectionscontain fascinating features that explore Chile's history andculture from before the Spanish colonisation to the present day. Acompr

This new edition Insight Guide to Sri Lanka features illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside inspiring full-colour photography, including over 250 brand new photographs that will bring Sri Lanka's people and places to life, at the turn of a page. The top attractions are highlighted to help you plan your trip priorities and a brand new 'Best of' section features recommendations on many exclusive experiences. An in-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region by region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide. Additional maps inside the front and back covers enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. Attractive colour-coded sections contain fascinating features that explore Sri Lanka's history and culture. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides essential practical information, covering transport, visas and passports, accommodation for all budgets, climate, the arts, shopping, language

Shake off the nine to five and get where the living iseasy. Easy like sunny surf beaches, zipping around on motorbikes,Mandi Lulur massages and drinking in the sleek bars of Seminyak.Can't you just feel the water at your toes? Not just cheap andconvenient, these two islands offer so much more. Grab thisinformative guide for a tour around Bali Lombok, with theirfiery cuisine, lush jungle and brilliant beaches. Yes, everyone'sbeen to Bali, now find out why. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Includes a "What's new" section for return visitors and hasexpanded coverage of the Gili Islands and other emerging hotspots. * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read,scan and find information at a glance * New visual design and structure improves navigation withoutsacrificing depth or quality * Expanded planning section helps travellers plan by time,season, interest or region * New map design improves map legibilty for easy navigation

This fully updated new edition features illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside inspiring full-colour photography, including over 250 brand new photographs that will bring India's people and places to life, at the turn of a page. The top attractions are highlighted, such as Kullu Valley and Mumbai, to help you plan your trip priorities and a brand new 'Editor's Choice' section reveals the author's inside take on quirky and interesting things to do, including many exclusive experiences. An in-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region by region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide. Additional maps inside the front and back covers enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. Attractive colour-coded sections contain fascinating features that explore India's history and culture, covering everything from Indian Tea to Performing Arts. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides essential p