Orlando Crowcroft Books

"Middle East" is the only guide covering every country in this fascinating region. Completely updated and revised, it's a must for independent travellers on any budget.137 detailed maps, including a full-colour regional mapcomprehensive political, historical and cultural notesadvice for hassle-free travel, including suggested itineraries, visas, and border crossing informationPractical advice on local and overland transport optionsdetails on a range of activities, from archaeological digs to yacht cruisinguseful Arabic, Turkish, Persian and Pashto language sectionsglossary of frequently used terms

30 major archaeological and religious sites, 42 festivals and events, 58 maps and 2163km of rugged mountain hiking trails Detailed day trips of unmissable neighbouring regions In-depth background on the region's history, culture, politics and accessibility Comprehensive planning tools and at-a-glance practical info Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, the North Coast, Lower Galilee, Sea of Galilee, Upper Galilee, Golan, West Bank, The Dead Sea, The Negev, The Gaza Strip, Petra (Jordan), Sinai (Egypt), Understand and Survival chapters