Upper Langtang Valley, sheet no. 2885-15, in the topographic survey of Nepal at 1:50, 000 published by the Nepali Government in the late 1990s & early 2000s & produced from remote sensing data by Finnish cartographers as part of that country’s international aid program. The maps cover 15’ x 15’ quadrangles.IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE BEFORE ORDERING: AVAILABILITY: although, theoretically at least, still in print, these maps are very difficult to get locally in Nepal and/or from various suppliers elsewhere specializing in obtaining such maps. DELIVERIES MAY TAKE SEVERAL WEEKS OR EVEN MONTHS.PROBLEMS WITH PLACE NAMES: reports from previous users indicate that transliteration of place names differs from that used widely not only on other maps & in guide books but also on the ground itself, in road signs & in the tourist & trekking industry in general. Whilst most names are similar enough to be easily recognizable, e.g. Namche Bajar for Namche Bazar or Lantan for Langtang, we have been told of confusion & difficulties arising from different spellings appearing on these maps.TREKKING ROUTES & TOURIST INFORMATION: whilst the maps show foot trails & mark locations of temples, etc, they carry no specific trekking information. Major trekking routes & places of interest are not highlighted. There is no marking for base camps & other tourist facilities. Map specifications: Contours are at 40m intervals, with graphics and/or coloring to show various features of the terrain (glaciers with moraines & crevasses, quarries, gravel or clay pits, etc.) & vegetation (forests, bush, grass, orchards & plantations, etc). Additional comments such as “open mixed forest mainly bajh & pine” annotate many area. The maps have numerous spot heights, but relatively few peaks are named. Areas outside the country’s borders are left blank. Settlements in remote areas are indicated by markings for individual buildings & the placing of names does not always make it clear which group of buildings they refer to. Road network distinguishes between major & minor foot trails. Symbols mark features such as temples, schools & hospitals, police stations, etc. Also shown are the country’s administrative divisions. The maps have a 1-km UTM grid, plus latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 5’. Map legend & all the text is in English. Coverage: the whole country is now covered, with the north at 1:50, 000, plus central & southern Nepal at 1:25, 000. The two series are complementary, do not overlap & use the same grid & numbering system (apart from the Lumbini Zone, where a different grid & numbering are used). For areas not shown on our grid & titles not listed here, please contact us by e-mail, but please do bear in mind the problems with availability & the likely very long delivery time. ...

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The competitor who finishes last in the Tour de France. The red lantern that hangs on the rear of a train. If you complete a bike race of over 3, 000 kilometres, overcoming mountain ranges & merciless weather conditions while enduring physical & psychological agony, in the slowest time, should you be branded the loser? What if your loss helped a teammate win? What if others lacked the determination to finish? What if you were trying to come last? Froome, Wiggins, Merckx
- we know the winners of the Tour de France, but Lanterne Rouge tells the forgotten, often inspirational & occasionally absurd stories of the last-placed rider. We learn of stage winners & former yellow jerseys who tasted life at the other end of the bunch; the breakaway leader who stopped for a bottle of wine & then took a wrong turn; the doper whose drug cocktail accidently slowed him down & the rider who was recognised as the most combative despite finishing at the back. Lanterne Rouge flips the Tour de France on its head & examines what these stories tell us about ourselves, the 99% who don`t win the trophy, & forces us to re-examine the meaning of success, failure & the very nature of sport.
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Eye to Eye, the first personal portfolio by master photographer Frans Lanting, presents an extraordinary collection of animal images by an award-winning photographer & naturalist who has set the standards for a whole generation of wildlife photographers. More than 140 photographs, made over a period of twenty years, reveal the unique personal aesthetic Frans Lanting brings to wildlife photography, as well as the startling new perspective on animals his images provoke. ...

Lanzarote is the Sunflower Landscapes guide to exploring the best walking & touring possibilities on the isl&. The guide covers a range of routes including walks in La Graciosa, Maguez, Mancha Blamca, Yaiza & Lobos. A double-sided, fold-out touring map of Lanzarote gives an overview of the island & the locations of each walk. Detailed information about touring by hired car or public transport, as well as on foot, is provided, helping walkers to navigate & plan day-trips. Shorter strolls are also included as an alternative for each main route for those seeking more leisurely days out. The guide is structured in two main parts ...

Realising that his New Year is probably going to be a disaster, as usual, our narrator, on impulse, walks into a travel agency to book a week in the sun. Sensitive to his limited means & dislike of Muslim countries, the travel agent suggests an island full of 21st century hedonism, set in a bizarre lunar landscape
- Lanzarote. On Lanzarote, one can meet some fascinating human specimens, notably Pam & Barbara
- `non-exclusive` German lesbians
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Lanzarote & Fuerteventura in the Essential Guide Series from the AA exploring the best places to see & things to do in a range of popular destinations. Each illustrated, pocket-sized guide is divided into five sections
- the essence of the area, planning your trip, the best places to see, best things to do & an exploration of notable highlights, organised by area. An introductory chapter profiles each destination &

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Lanzarote & Fuerteventura in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...

Lanzarote & Fuerteventura in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...

Berlitz Pocket Guide Lanzarote & Fuerteventura combines informative text with vivid colour photography to uncover two of the most popular islands to visit in the Canary Islands archipelago. It covers everything you need to know about the islands` attractions, from Lanzarote`s first colonial capital, Teguise, & lava-formed caves to Fuerteventura`s great swathes of sand dunes & idyllic beaches. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you navigate, & the book uses colour-coding to differentiate between sections. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the islands` Top 10 Attractions, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Tour in Lanzarote. The What To Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from sports & outdoor activities to attractions likely to appeal to children. The book provides all the essential background information, including a brief history of the Canary Islands & an Eating Out chapter covering the islands` cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels & restaurants, & an A-Z of all the practical information you`ll need. About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel & language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel & language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries & kids` language products. ...