Berlitz Blueprint Britain

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Britain offers a unique combination of pageantry, history and unspoiled countryside. From the quiet pleasures of the Lake District to the urban excitements of London, Blueprint Britain reveals the rich diversity of this popular tourist destination. Written with the independent traveller in mind, Blueprint Britain includes:• a look at Britain through the ages, from the building of Stonehenge to the digging of the Channel Tunnel• leisure routes for pursuing a special interest or theme, be it bird-watching in Norfolk or whiskey tasting in Scotland • a region by region guide to Britain’s sights and cultural highlights, its castles, cathedrals, stately homes and country towns• advice on how to shop, and the best buys• an introduction to the best of British food and drink• selected hotel and restaurant recommendations • a detailed section of practical information — all you need to know before and during your trip• city maps, and a large-scale 20-page road atlas