Lonely Planet Regional Guides
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Contains information from cycling to surfing, with extensive coverage of the many activities the islands have to offer; the best places to discover culinary delights and the islands' legendary nightlife; details of the wild, week-long Carnival held each Spring; and how to shop like a local for traditional crafts.
This guide coves both the backcountry as well as the city of Barcelona. It includes a section on eating and drinking like a Catalunya local, investigates the splendour of Gaudi's architecture, including La Sagrada Familia and Parc Guell and the bizarre Teatre-Museu Dali in his birthplace, Figueres.
Provides in-depth information on Syria's fabulous souqs, mosques and Crusader castles; full coverage of the major archaeological sites; extensive political, historical and cultural notes; detailed recommendations on where to stay, eat and drink; and a convenient and useful language chapter and glossary.
Includes in-depth coverage of Mexico City's marvellous cultural and art museums; forays into the city's sizzling nightlife; a wide array of dining options for all budgets; excursions to the awesome pyramids at Teotihuacan: and a full calendar of festivals and special events, with hints for how to get the most out of these occasions.
This guide covers the former Soviet States of Kazakstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. It includes tips on visas, border crossings and getting around for independent travellers. Accommodation and restaurant listings are included for all budgets. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Karakoram Highway language sections with Cyrillic script and a glossary are also featured.
This guide to Tuscany includes an illustrated section on the region's world famous food and wine specialities. It covers Tuscan art and architecture from the Etruscans to the Uffizi.