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Footprint Full-Colour Guide

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Cover of Umbria & Marche Footprint Full-Colour Guide
Ancient Rome to the Renaissance, from Raphael to Ravanelli, the wealth of historical and artistic treasures in towns such as Assisi and Orievto is extraordinary, while towns like Perugia and Urbino have lively universities to add young spice to the cultural mix. Stunning landscapes and enormous panoramic vistas are around every corner and the Apennines, snow-capped in winter before being enrobed in spring flowers, make ideal walking country. You could fling yourself off the top with help from a paraglider, or rush down whitewater rapids on a raft. Alternatively, you could laze on a snady Mediterranean beach with great local wine and delicious pasta, flavoured with the mysterious truffles that grow here. All this and more are just waiting to be discovered in this first edition guide to Umbria & Marche, also including a unique standalone Popout map, perfecting for navigating your way around. Italy's only landlocked region explored by expert author Julius Honnor Author's pick of Umbria's best scenic picnic spots Coverage of Umbria and Marche's Jazz, Rock, chestnut, olive and chocolate festivals Author's favourite walks around the streets of Perugia Section on the wild and beautiful Monti Sibillini, including walks and outdoor activities like paragliding and hangliding to make the most of the stunning views

Cover of Marrakech, High Atlas & Essaouira Footprint Full-Colour Guide
Stroll through 'The Red City' and discover a medieval world full of flavoursome food stalls, vibrant souks, acrobats, musicians and snake-charmers: it's easy to see why Marrakech is one of North Africa's best-loved destinations. Head south to the dramatic High Atlas Mountains which offer a veritable feast of experiences, from skiing and trekking to sightseeing or simple R&R. Enjoy the slower pace of life and the sleepy coastal town of Essaouira, where you can wander through the whitewashed streets or find yourself swept along one of its many beautiful beaches. Discover this region for yourself with Footprint's brand new full-colour guide, including a stand alone Popout map, perfect for navigating your way around.


Perfect for planning your trip with lively and entertaining features on everything from trekking in the Toubkal mountains to driving in the Draa Valley
Compact Popout map of Marrakech
Great tips on navigating your way around Marrakech's medina and hints on how to haggle
Lather up with a guide to the hammams
Culinary low-down including the best cookery courses

Cover of Rome Footprint Full-Colour Guide
Rome is a thriving metropolis where some of Italy's best dressed people live a contemporary Dolce Vita in an intimate film-set world of Fascist monuments, local markets and crumbling Roman theatres. The food is some of the best in the country, the shopping is extravagant and there are enough chic bars to drink in a different one every night for weeks. More unexpectedly, there are nearby beaches and long peaceful walks down ancient Roman roads. Having lived in its past for decades, 21st century Rome is a creative, buzzing city, with the sleek lines of modern design and adventurous architecture pinpricking its careworn patina and just waiting to be explored. Discover all this and more with Footprint's brand new full-colour guide. The best eating experiences, modern and ancient art galleries, parks and city walks Unusual day trips - including the rationalist-design EUR neighbourhood and Ostica Antica, a lesser-known Pompeii - as well as the ever-popular Roman sights Best food markets and vibrant late-night eateries and aperitivo spots Comprehensive coverage of some of the most unique and startling churches of the city Author's favourite walk around Tridente and the Centro Storico