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!

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 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

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 book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook. It is an inspiring background read, an in valuable on-the-spot companion and a superb souvenir of your visit.

Explore Ethiopia and Eritrea with the people who know it best:Lonely Planet. Discover ancient churches and cities frozen in time,trek the dramatic landscape of the Simien and Bale Mountains, andgo diving in the thriving reefs of the Dahlak Islands. ExploreAsmara's astounding Italian Art Deco architecture and finish theday with the perfect macchiato. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heartof every destination they visit. This fully updated edition ispacked with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to giveyou the information you need to make the most of your trip. Tailored trips to get you up close with history and nature Take a hike or dance the day away with our festivals andactivities chapter Green Index to make your travels ecofriendly

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.

Want to know where to discover a spectacular tropicalparadise? How about journeying to the world's greatest naturalwonders, or taking the road trip of a lifetime? 1000 UltimateExperiences brings together 1000 ideas, places and activities sureto inspire and entertain. Make your own list, hit the road, andstart ticking off places you've always wanted to see and thingsyou've always wanted to do. Who knows where you'll end up! Sleepunder the stars in a Bedouin tent in Jordan, find out the bestbeaches to swing a hammock, and jump on board the Ghan for a tripthrough Australia's remote Red Center. Spot Banksy's art inBristol, or come on, get happy in Bhutan.

This brand new edition Insight Guide to Namibia featuresilluminating text written by expert, local writers alongsideinspiring full-colour photography, with this edition containingover 250 brand-new photographs, vividly bringing Namibia and itspeople to life at the turn of a page. The top attractions arehighlighted to help you plan your trip priorities, including takingin the dramatic and breathtaking view over Fish River Canyon andvisiting the colony of Cape fur seals at Cape Cross. Our 'Best of'section features recommendations on many exclusively Namibianexperiences, such as the best views, best drives, best geographicalpoints of interest and even some useful money-saving tips. Anin-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region byregion, and all the principal sites are cross-referenced by numberto the accompanying full-colour maps found throughout the guide,whilst additional maps inside the front and back covers enableinstant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. This editioncontains

This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook.It is an inspiring background read, an in valuable on-the-spotcompanion and a superb souvenir of your visit. 古希腊人说，这里是海格里斯的金苹果生长的地方；阿拉伯人说，这里是天堂的层；海明威说，这里是斗牛士和死神较量的地方，是英雄的史诗和悲剧相交织的地方。 很少有哪个地方像西班牙这样引人遐思。在相当长的时间里，西班牙是一个充满神秘色彩的国度，人们更熟悉的是堂吉诃德和卡门这样的小说中的虚构人物。 1975年佛朗哥政权垮台之后，西班牙变成一个主流的西欧国家，交通网络四通八达，餐馆酒店鳞次栉比，它的自然和人文遗产也赢得了越来越多的推崇。 西班牙的建筑和艺术、自然风光和野生动物都会让来访者印象深刻，但让人心动的还是乐观的西班牙人和他们多姿多彩的生活。

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

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.

Nobody knows Sardinia like Lonely Planet. Whether you'rehunting for the perfect rural retreat, the tastiest seafood, themost spectacular walk or the fairest beach, this 3rd edition is avital companion to Italy's emerald isle. Lonely Planet guides arewritten by experts who get to the heart of every destination theyvisit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate,practical and honest advice, designed to give you the informationyou need to make the most of your trip. In this guide: exploreSardinian flavors with our comprehensive food chapter and glossary;value recommendations help make your money go further; and a uniqueGreen Index to help make your travels ecofriendly.

Spring 2009 sees the publication of a new title in the series A Sense of Place , this time on France. Designed as an innovative mix of travelogue and armchair travel, the book is presented as an ideal photo album the kind of album that everyone wishes they had the time or skill to put together, without the hassle of sifting through crumpled leaflets or fuzzy photos of monuments hidden behind the heads of strangers. Packed with evocative images and perceptive texts that capture perfectly both the beauty and splendour of Frances urban centres as well as the atmosphere of la France profonde, this highly visual volume will be lapped up by anyone with a love of travel and photography.

This is a country of road trips and great open skies, wherefour million miles of highways lead past red-rock deserts, belowtowering mountain peaks, and across fertile wheat fields that rollof toward the horizon. Regis St Louis, Lonely Planet Writer

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.

Full-color travel guide to Venice, one of Europe’s mosthistoric and beautiful cities, with comprehensive de*ions ofall sights and attractions, and clearly presented practicalinformation. Full-color photographs and maps throughout, acomprehensive street atlas section and a handy orientation map onthe inside front cover. The Features section focuses on the city’shistory, people and culture, from its wealth of art andarchitecture to opera and the Venice carnival. The Places sectioncovers each neighborhood of the city, as well as the surroundingislands.

Central Asia is Lonely Planet's heartland. ExploringUzbekistan's blue-domed medressas, sleeping in felt yurts amongKyrgyzstan's mountains or selecting fruit in Kazakhstan's markets:we do it all with passion and expertise. Live your own Silk Roaddream with this 5th edition as your guide. Lonely Planet guides arewritten by experts who get to the heart of every destination theyvisit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate,practical and honest advice, designed to give you the informationyou need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Colorfeature on local traditions, ancient buildings outdooractivities. Extensive regional coverage: the only guide to includeAfghanistan. Bonus section on hiking, horse treks mountaineering.

"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