A beautifully crafted food series based on the most iconic book on Asian cuisine. The Complete Asian Cookbook series is based on Charmaine Solomon`s groundbreaking work into the diverse, amazing cuisines across many nations. For the first time, The Complete Asian Cookbook is divided into 6 geographical regions, with a complementary design treatment so they may be collected as a set. With the same emphasis on authentic recipes that work every time, The Complete Asian Cookbook series promises to be well-used time & again. Perfect for anyone wanting to experiment with different Asian cuisines, or collect the whole set, which
Includes:: Thail&, Burma, Cambodia, Laos & Vietnam, China, Japan & Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka & The Philippines, India & Pakistan.
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Sri Lanka in Marshall Cavendish's Culture Shock! Series; comprising a range of guides that inform visitors of the finer points & details relating to social etiquette, traditions & customs; bringing visitors to a sensitive yet substantial understanding of the country or city in question. The series targets those who are planning long stays in the destination or extended periods of residence. The guides are written by authors who have experienced the joys & pitfalls of cultural adaptation, & so are ideally placed to provide informative & relevant advice. Each title contains insights into local culture & traditions, guidance on adapting to the local environment, linguistic help & lots of general advice about local culture & idiosyncrasies to help prepare readers for their visit. Each title is structured similarly, beginning with the first impressions a visitor might expect to have. The guides aim to help readers understand the local culture through first appreciating the motivations, beliefs & attitudes of the local people. Practical advice on settling in is provided, with focused sections on accommodation, utilities, health, education & telecommunications. There is also extensive information on the destination ...

Sri Lanka in Marshall Cavendish`s Culture Shock! Series; comprising a range of guides that inform visitors of the finer points & details relating to social etiquette, traditions & customs; bringing visitors to a sensitive yet substantial understanding of the country or city in question. The series targets those who are planning long stays in the destination or extended periods of residence. The guides are written by authors who have experienced the joys & pitfalls of cultural adaptation, & so are ideally placed to provide informative & relevant advice. Each title contains insights into local culture & traditions, guidance on adapting to the local environment, linguistic help & lots of general advice about local culture & idiosyncrasies to help prepare readers for their visit. Each title is structured similarly, beginning with the first impressions a visitor might expect to have. The guides aim to help readers understand the local culture through first appreciating the motivations, beliefs & attitudes of the local people. Practical advice on settling in is provided, with focused sections on accommodation, utilities, health, education & telecommunications. There is also extensive information on the destination’s culture, food & leisure, in addition to a specific section addressing the concerns of those travelling on business. ...

During your valuable holiday time you will want to experience the heart of Sri Lanka. Footprint's Dream Trip Sri Lanka will ensure you discover the very best this pearl of a destination has to offer as well as take you to some fantastic out-of-the-way places h&-picked by the author. From visiting sacred temples to spotting roaming elephants, this new guide is packed full of ideas, suggestions & expert advice & will help you design your own dream trip. Packed with detailed information on where to go & what to do A h&-picked selection of the very best places to stay & to eat Full-colour trip-planning section featuring detailed itineraries & maps Off-the-beaten track suggestions from the author Compact, pocket-sized format so you can carry it with you Written by a local expert offering you insider information Footprint's carefully tailored information ensures that you get the most out of your dream trip. ...

The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sri Lanka is your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide

Includes:: unique cutaways, floorplans & reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities & towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs & illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sri Lanka will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals & markets to day trips around the countryside. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars & shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus or car. Plus, DK`s excellent insider tips & essential local information will help you explore every corner of Sri Lanka effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sri Lanka is showing you what others only tell you.

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Flexi map Sri Lanka is laminated, durable & has its own index that has been categorised for ease of use. Inside Flexi Map Sri Lanka:- A list of recommended sights, divided by theme & linked to the mapping by numbered markers.- A handy information section with concise details on getting around, tourist offices, money, tipping, opening times, public holidays, telephones, emergency telephone numbers & climate.
- The main map shows all one-way streets, car parks, pedestrian zones & public transport routes. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years` experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books & maps as well as picture-packed e Books to meet different travellers` needs. Insight Guides` unique combination of beautiful travel photography & focus on history & culture together create a unique visual reference & planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
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Sri Lanka Handbook in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ...

Now available as an updated second edition covering the brutal end of Sri Lanka`s civil war & creeping state authoritarianism that has grown in its wake, Sri Lanka in the Modern Age recounts the island`s modern history in an accessible yet unconventional manner. While most histories of the country published in the last twenty years have tended to focus on the state`s failure to accommodate the needs & demands of minority communities, this book places their claims alongside the political, social & economic demands of other communities, parties, associations & groups, trac--ing their lineages to the colonial period. Drawing from recent works as well as from her own research in the field, Nira Wickramasinghe has written above all a history of the people of Sri Lanka, rather than a history of the nation-state. ...

Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure. The lure of golden sands entices visitors to Sri Lanka, but this Indian Ocean island is also home to ancient cities, diverse cultures & accessible wildlife. Be inspired to visit by the new edition of Insight Guide Sri Lanka, a comprehensive full-colour guide, & discover all that this beguiling tropical isle has to offer. Inside Insight Guide Sri Lanka: This fully-updated new edition of Insight Guide Sri Lanka features stunning, specially-commissioned photography that brings this beautiful country & its people to life; Our Best of Sri Lanka highlights the country`s must-see sights, including the old world charms of Galle Fort & the dramatic rock-fortress of Sigiriya, while descriptive region-by-region accounts cover the whole country from bustling capital Colombo to the lush tea plantations of the Hill Country & the beaches of the south; &, detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around & travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip, including our independent selection of the best restaurants. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-color print guide books & maps as well as picture-packed e Books to meet different travelers needs. Insight Guides unique combination of beautiful travel photography & focus on history & culture together create a unique visual reference & planning tool to inspire your next adventure. ” Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.” (Wanderlust Magazine). ...

Like Bali, but without the crowds. The Resplendent Isle, Serendib, Ceylon, whatever you call it, Sri Lanka is spangled with exquisitely designed luxury villas, gorgeously renovated classic old hotels, amazing shops & bespoke services erupting all over the south. So, why not slip into something floaty, & let LUXE lead you astray. Sri Lanka in the Luxe guides series, which are slim & small enough to fit easily in a pocket or handbag. Information is distilled from elite suggestions by city residents, specially selected for their style, knowledge & expertise. Luxe guides aim at the upper end of the market & subjectively edit to choose the very best recommendations for shopping, restaurants, leisure options & nightlife. Half day shopping & activity itineraries are suggested for you to mix & match your visit to suit your timetable. When folded close the cardboard guide slots into its own protective plastic frame. Vanity Fair magazine calls them “delightful, de-lovely, & deluxe”, & that’s just what they are. ...