China wall map at 1:4, 750, 000, size 120 x 88cm (47” x 35” approx)
- paper version, from Gizi Maps, showing the topography
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Large general road map covering China with an inset of Beijing at larger scale. Cartography has subtle shading for elevation with spot heights clearly marked. All major roads are shown, including highways, trunk roads, tracks, & also road numbering & distances shown in kilometers. Railways, ferries, airports are also marked, as are international, provincial & undefined boundaries. Points of interest, such as National Parks, ancient monuments & wells are clearly shown. There is also an enlargement of Beijing at 1:20, 000, with clear road names, & hospitals, temples & rail links all shown. The inside cover of the map has a booklet with a detailed index of the map that also covers the street map of Beijing; the cover also gives information on customs, calling codes, conversion rates, emergency phone numbers, & general speed limits.* Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English.*

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China in the Berlitz Handbook series; comprising a range of guides providing comprehensive information on a range of international countries. Each guide is arranged by region, with individual sections on notable cities & towns in the area, in addition to ...

Approaching the end of his eight year stint in Beijing, BBC journalist Michael Bristow decided he wanted to write about the country`s modern history. To assist him he asked for the help of his language teacher, who was born just two years after the communist party came to power in 1949. The changing fortunes of his life have mirrored the ups & downs of his country, which has moved from communist poverty to capitalist wealth in just a single generation. It came as a surprise though, to learn that the teacher was also a cross-dresser. Michael gradually realised that the teacher`s story is the story of modern China. ...

China in the Insight Guide series is dedicated to exploring the destination in detail with a selection of glossy illustrations. Extensive introductory sections explore the region’s history & culture & there are also short articles written by locals about distinctive local issues. Selective photo-features illustrate the variety of the region. The ‘ Places’ section is organised by geographically & provides details of the area including places to visit, suggestions for tours & other activities. Each regional section has its own listings of the best restaurants, bars & cafes. Essential practical information is provided in the Travel Tips chapter on accommodation, shopping & local activities. A useful location finder & travel tip index with relevant page numbers are given on the inside covers. Overview street plans are also provided for the main cities in the region or country. ...

ITMB’s road maps of China & street plans of its main cities combined into a handy A5, paperback atlas presenting the whole country at 1:2, 500, 000, with enlargements, metro diagrams & an index. All place names are shown in Latin alphabet only. The maps have altitude colouring (in feet ) with spot heights (in metres), plus colouring & graphics to show deserts, swamps & glaciers. National parks & other protected areas are highlighted. Road network shows distances on most routes. Railway lines indicate high speed link & local airports are marked. Various places of interest are highlighted including the Great Wall. The map have latitude & longitude margin ticks on some pages, but not consistently throughout the atlas. Also included are:* Beijing: enlargement of the environs at 1:280, 000 including access to the Great Wall & the city’s international airport, street plan of the city centre, plan of the Forbidden City, metro diagram* Shanghai: a map of the outer districts including access to the Pudong international airport, metro diagram* Hong Kong: enlargement of the Hong Kong Island
- Kowloon
- Lantau Island area with access to the international airport, street plan of central Hong Kong & Kowloon, metro/rail diagram* Guangzhou: regional map with road & rail connections to Hong Kong & Macau, street plan of the city centre, metro/ rail map* Lhasa: overview map of the whole city showing main roads, more detailed plan of the Potala area, a plan of the Norbulingka

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China in the Key Guide series from AA Publishing; exploring a range of international destinations & recently been re-launched with full colour pages. Thorough & detailed in style, the guides are targeted at an older audience, exploring the principal sights, walks, activities, restaurants & accommodation of the destination. A detailed introductory section provides comprehensive information about the destination, including the economy, politics, heritage & language. There are also specific sections unique to each destination, covering society, the urban & rural, sports & leisure, art media & culture, history & science & technology. Each title is organised in the same way with destinations grouped by region or district & colour-coded to help readers navigate around the guide. An On the Move section provides details on transport, with important information on arriving, getting around (including distinctive local transport features such as metro & underground networks) & for visitors with a disability. Individual regional sections cover Sights, driving & walking opportunities, what to do, eating & accommodation. Local listings are accompanied by addresses, opening times, prices, directions & local transport options, though options for younger travellers & those with children are more limited. Extensive colour photography accompanies the text, with a range of pictures illustrations the main sites of the city, region or country. An extensive Practicalities chapter at the back of each guide carries essential information on weather, documents & customs, money, health, communication, tourist information, useful websites, finding help, opening times & entrance fees, media & books, films & maps. There is also basic information on entertainment & nightlife, sports & activities, film & music & festivals & events. ...

With this up-to-date, authoritative guide you can experience all the sights & recommendations for China. You can discover great hotels, restaurants, trendy places & nightlife venues, get shopping tips & what to do on a limited budget. There are also plenty of ideas for travel with kids, & sports & activities. Also contains: Festivals & Events, Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & More, Useful Phrases in Chinese & index. Further information comes in the form of the ” Perfect Tour”, a large road atlas & a removable pull-out map. China
- the country of wonders since the time of Marco Polo & full of surprises. A country which stretches from the edge of Siberia to the tropics, & from the boom town of Shanghai to the Himalayas, famous for its scenic beauty, palaces & gardens. Marco Polo China takes you to the capital Beijing with its imperial buildings & the Great Wall & accompanies you on fascinating mountains as well as the palm-lined beaches of the south. China offers a multitude of attractions: a round of golf & Kung Fu are as much part of the programme as the First Emperors unique terra cotta army or a cruise on the famous Li Jiang. The Insider Tips tell you where you can hear ancient Chinese music & where delicious samosas are served. The ” Best Of” pages show you the great places for free & what`s unique to China, give you tips for bad weather & where you can lie back & treat yourself. ” What`s Hot” tells you about the latest trends in China
- whether it`s vegetarian cuisine or contemporary art. The Trips & Tours take you to the mountains in the Shanxi province, to two nature reserves with their wonders created by water, & to the island of Putuo Shan with its mountain paths & temples. & finally the Dos & Don`ts tell you why you should never go away on Bank Holidays in China, & should always have a pullover in your luggage. Marco Polo China gives comprehensive coverage of all the country`s regions. To help you find your way around there`s a detailed road atlas with street atlases of Canton, Shanghai & Xian, ” Where to Start” boxes, practical map inside the back cover with street atlas of Beijing & removable pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!

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China at 1:4, 000, 000 on a road map from Marco Polo Travel Publishing with special features to aid route planning, extensive index including mountain chains, rivers, etc, plus a street plan of central Beijing.A fold-out extension of the map cover gives at-a-glance overview of the whole area covered by the map with the adjoining regions, highlighting main places of interest & making it much easier to find various localities on the main map and/or plan a route. A set of seven peel-on/peel-off stickers, removable without damaging the map, is provided to make routes or locations more prominent when navigating. Cartography is from the renowned German publishers Mair Dumont. Topography is indicated by relief shading with spot heights & names of mountain & hill ranges & selected peaks. Colouring and/or graphics indicate deserts & marches. Internal administrative borders are shown with names of the provinces. All place names are given only transliterated. The map presents the country’s road & rail networks & indicates local airports & coastal ferry routes, plus time zones. Numerous towns & villages worth visiting, as well as interesting natural sites are prominently highlighted. Latitude & longitude lines are marked at intervals of 2º. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. Extensive index of place names is in a separate 32-page booklet attached to the map jacket &

Includes:: names of mountains, glaciers, rivers, lakes, etc., all coded with appropriate signs, as well as separate lists of national parks & World Heritage Sites. Also provided is a street plan of central Beijing, plus a table with distances/traveling times.



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Chinese Museums Association Guide is an updated & expanded version of the highly praised 2009 compendium China Museums; the China Museums Association being the official body responsible for the expansion of the country`s museums, both in range & diversity. Covering China`s most famous & respected museums, the book also covers many smaller, lesser-known ones, ranging from art & archaeology to science & technology, history & politics
- all of which combine to provide the reader with a deep understanding of China`s past & present. Providing comprehensive descriptions not only of well-known attractions such as the Forbidden City & the Shanghai Museum, this guide also covers some of the less known & more remote archaeological sites, such as the Linzi Museum (where over 600 horses were buried alive at the whim of an ancient king), the Museum of Oriental Musical Instruments & the Chinese Traditional Medicine Museum. This book is a must-have companion for anyone interested in discovering more about China`s rich heritage; with over 500 colour images, wonderfully descriptive text, quick glance information including `highlights` & `key` objects, & all details of address & opening hours, it is essential.
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