- 43 maps, including a color country map- top spots: romantic ruins, sun drenched beaches & jungle trails- full color wildlife guide- special section on Sri Lankan cuisine- extensive, practical information about where to eat, sleep & play
Includes heaps of practical advice for business travellers and long term visitors; an extensive shopping chapter, including a special feature on gold; the lowdown on loads of activities, from diving to desert safaris; detailed and mapped walking tours; and excursions to the east coast, and archaeological sites in the north.
As hot as a South Indian curry and as cool as a tropical breeze, this guide to India's Dravidian heartland gives you the best on the south's elaborate temples, bustling bazaars, tranquil retreats and vibrant cultures. 106 detailed maps, including a full colour map of the region ; illustrated sections on architecture and cuisine ; tips on the best beaches and the liveliest traveller scenes ; how to find the greatest monuments and the coolest hilltop retreats ; includes Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, Lakshadweep and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Wander through history in Uzbekistan's Silk Road towns, taste the nomad's life in a Kyrgyz yurtstay, be astonished by the bizarre personality cult of Turkmenistan's president, experience cutting-edge adventure on Tajikistan's soaring peaks and lose yourself in the desertscapes of Kazakhstan. Surreal, fascinating and addictive - discover the 'stans with this insightful and comprehensive guide. • GET THERE FIRST - brand-new coverage of Afghanistan, open to travellers for the first time in 25 years• GET AROUND with the help of 80 detailed maps and thorough transport information• WORK THE BUREAUCRACY like an old hand with our tips on getting visas, crossing borders and handling officials• HANG WITH THE LOCALS - details on how to access the unique community based tourism network• GET THE BACKGROUND on the region's intriguing history, politics and culture
Lonely Planet Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Experience the romance of Georgia's past at Tbilisi Old Town, take a longtrip to the Svaneti villages, or hear your voice echo in Geghard.
Travellers have been captivated by Turkey's spectacular sights and cultural riches for centuries. Hunt for bargains in the bazaars, pamper yourself in a Turkish bath, discover the lunar landscape of Cappadocia and explore the beautifully preserved ruins of Ephesus. Trusted by so many for so long, this best-selling guide leads the way. • 110 detailed maps, including full-colour country map • practical guide to buying Turkish carpets • essential information on visas, health and local transport • hundreds of recommendations on where to stay and eat, for all budgets • illustrated food section, plus handy menu translator • comprehensive language chapter
Be swept up in the maelstrom of Dhaka, explore the lush forests of the Sundarbans, relax into the serene rhythms of rural life along endless riverbanks and experience the extraordinary kindness of the people - uncover the secrets of one of travel's last frontiers with the only English-language guide to Bangladesh. • REST EASY - opinionated, in-depth accommodation and eating reviews enable you to make the best choice, whatever your budget• DISCOVER THE DIVERSITY of this dynamic country with our comprehensive listings of sights and attractions• FIND YOUR WAY with the help of detailed transport information and over 40 maps• GET THE BACKGROUND on Bangladesh's intriguing history and culture• TALK THE TALK with our Bangla language chapter
