Angkor

by Andrew Spooner

Published 17 August 2011
Angkor is one of the architectural treasures of Southeast Asia. Surrounded by mysterious jungle, the hub of the region is charming colonial town of Siem Reap with its bustling market. Footprint's Angkor covers all the unmissable sights within this spectacular and gargantuan complex, plus lesser-known sights off the beaten track. Provides recommendations on what to do & where to go, as well as the low-down on the fascinating history of this ancient temple city.
* Practicalities section with essential advice on getting there and around.
* Highlights map and colour section so you know what not to miss.
* Comprehensive listings including where to eat, sleep and relax.
* Detailed street maps for Siem Reap and maps of the key temples within the complex
* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint guide will help you get the most out of Angkor without weighing you down.

Roam ancient ruins, immerse yourself in the serene monasteries of Chiang Mai, or trek into the mist-cloaked hills of Mae Hong Son, the northern region of Thailand offers travellers all this and much more. Footprintfocus Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand is loaded with information and advice on visiting Thailand’s cultural capital of the north. Featuring top attractions as well as lesser-known sights, this is the perfect guide to the land where Budhism meets hedonism.
• Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around northern Thailand.
• Highlights maps so you know what not to miss.
• Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and party.
• Detailed street maps for Chiang Mai and other key towns.
• Slim enough to fit in your pocket.

Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprintfocus guide will help you get the most out Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand without weighing you down.

The content of Footprintfocus Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Thailand Handbook.

Bangkok hums with the energy of night markets and neon signs. In the day, you can climb to the top of Golden Mount and enjoy the fabulous views of Bangkok or wander around the Grand Palace. From the futuristic Skytrain to the irresistible street food, Footprint Focus Bangkok provides extensive coverage of 'the City of Angels'. * Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Bangkok * Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where is best to eat, sleep and party * Lists activities from watching Thai boxing matches to enjoying traditional Thai massages * Detailed maps for various districts within Bangkok * Slim enough to fit in your pocket Packed with information and advice, Footprint Focus Bangkok will help you make the most of your trip without weighing you down. The content of the Footprintfocus Bangkok guide has been extracted from Footprint's Thailand Handbook.

Footprintfocus Gulf of Thailand is the only dedicated guide to this glorious coastline of Thailand and offers detailed and concise information at a very cost effective price. Features an Essentials section with advice on travelling around and detailed information on sights and attractions.

* Essentials section with practical tips on travelling to and around the Gulf of Thailand
* Comprehensive listings of places to eat & sleep, and have fun
* Overview map so travellers can get their bearings with key highlights showing them what not to miss
* Street maps of key towns
* Slim enough to fit in a pocket

Loaded with advice and information on how to get around, this concise Footprintfocus guide will help travelers get the most out of the Gulf of Thailand without weighing them down. The content of Footprintfocus Gulf of Thailand guide has been extracted from Footprint's Thailand Handbook and Footprint's Southeast Asia Handbook.

Visit world-famous diving sites, explore untouched rainforest or enjoy the hedonistic nightlife on Patong Beach, Footprint Focus Andaman Coast covers all the main sights plus many destinations off the beaten track. * Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around the region * Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where is best to eat, sleep and party * Where to go diving, kayaking, or elephant riding! * Detailed maps for important towns and cities * Slim enough to fit in your pocket Packed with information on all the main attractions as well as detailed information on how to escape the crowd, Footprint Focus Andaman Coast will help you make the most of your trip without weighing you down. The content of the Footprintfocus Andaman Coast guide has been extracted from Footprint's Thailand Handbook.

Jungle-thronged temples, white-sand beaches, friendly locals and deserted ancient cities - Cambodia is a microcosm of what every explorer in Southeast Asia is looking for. Footprint Focus Cambodia provides comprehensive yet concise coverage of the sights, with helpful advice on the best places to eat, drink, sleep and have fun. * Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Cambodia * Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where is best to eat, sleep and play * Includes information on tour operators, diving schools and more * Detailed maps for Phnom Penh, Angkor Wat and other key destinations * Slim enough to fit in your pocket With up-to-date coverage of all the main attractions, plus detailed information on activities that will take you off the beaten track, Footprint Focus Cambodia will help open the door to this fascinating country without weighing you down. The content of the Footprintfocus Cambodia guide has been extracted from Footprint's Southeast Asia Handbook.