Colombia in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Columbia in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...

Colombia & Ecuador at 1:2, 500, 000 on a double-sided map from Nelles on a smaller size sheet offering a convenient format when travelling. Each country is accompanied by street plans of town centres in its main cities. On one side is the northern part of Colombia, extending south beyond Cali to Popayan. Coverage also

Includes:: the western tip of Venezuela around Lake Maracaibo & Merida, plus most of Panama. Street plans show city centres of Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena. On the reverse is the remaining part of Columbia & Ecuador, plus the Amazonian part of Peru with Iquitos & coverage south beyond Cajamarca. Street plans show Quito with an enlargement for its Old Town, Guayaquil, Cuenca & Otavalo. Also provided is an inset showing the Galapagos Islands. Topography is shown by relief shading with names of mountain ranges & peaks & spot heights, plus graphics to marshlands & swamp areas. Road network distinguishes between highways in good & poor condition. Railway lines & local airports are included & the map also shows internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. National parks & various places of interest are prominently highlighted. The map has latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 2° & is not indexed. The street plans highlight various places of interest, facilities & public buildings, plus selected tourist accommodation.

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Colombia & Ecuador at 1:2, 500, 000 on a double-sided map from Nelles on a smaller size sheet offering a convenient format when travelling. Each country is accompanied by street plans of town centres in its main cities. On one side is the northern part of Colombia, extending south beyond Cali to Popayan. Coverage also

Includes:: the western tip of Venezuela around Lake Maracaibo & Merida, plus most of Panama. Street plans cover the city centres of Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena. On the reverse is the remaining part of Columbia & Ecuador, plus the Amazonian part of Peru with Iquitos & coverage south beyond Cajamarca. Street plans show Quito with an enlargement for its Old Town, Guayaquil, Cuenca & Otavalo. Also provided is an inset showing the Galapagos Islands. Topography is shown by relief shading with names of mountain ranges & peaks & spot heights, plus graphics to marshlands & swamp areas. Road network distinguishes between highways in good & poor condition. Railway lines & local airports are included & the map also shows internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. National parks & various places of interest are prominently highlighted. The map has latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 2

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Colombia & Ecuador at 1:2, 500, 000 on a double-sided map from Nelles on a smaller size sheet offering a convenient format when travelling. Each country is accompanied by street plans of town centres in its main cities. On one side is the northern part of Colombia, extending south beyond Cali to Popayan. Coverage also

Includes:: the western tip of Venezuela around Lake Maracaibo & Merida, plus most of Panama. Street plans cover the city centres of Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena. On the reverse is the remaining part of Columbia & Ecuador, plus the Amazonian part of Peru with Iquitos & coverage south beyond Cajamarca. Street plans show Quito with an enlargement for its Old Town, Guayaquil, Cuenca & Otavalo. Also provided is an inset showing the Galapagos Islands. Topography is shown by relief shading with names of mountain ranges & peaks & spot heights, plus graphics to marshlands & swamp areas. Road network distinguishes between highways in good & poor condition. Railway lines & local airports are included & the map also shows internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. National parks & various places of interest are prominently highlighted. The map has latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 2

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This guide to Colombia reflects the resurgence of tourism following years of lawlessness. With a strong focus on the country's cultural attractions, the guide will also appeal to visitors with an interest in Colombia's renowned flora & fauna (Colombia has more plant & animal species per square km than any other country). The well-developed infrastructure gives easy access to its historic colonial cities & range of eco-tourism initiatives. ...

Columbia at 1:1, 000, 000 on a large map, double-sided map from Freytag & Berndt with bold relief shading & colouring providing good representation of the country’s topography, plus highlighting of numerous places of interest. The map divides the country north/south with no overlap between the sides. Coverage extends to Quito & Iquitos &

Includes:: the western part of Venezuela up to the outskirts of Caracas. Topography is presented by relief shading with graphics for swamps, marshlands, etc. National parks & other protected areas are prominently highlighted. Road network

Includes:: selected local tracks, shows locations of petrol stations & border crossings, & gives driving distances on main routes. Scenic roads are highlighted. Railway lines are included & domestic airports are marked. The map also shows internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces, as well as oil wells & pipelines. Various places of interest are prominently highlighted by icons. The map has latitude & longitude lines drawn at intervals of 1° & is indexed. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English.





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Colombia 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 ...

Footprint`s Colombia Handbook will guide you from salsa clubs & gold museums to the Amazon jungle & mountain peaks. Great coverage of the top activities & sights in the region, including numerous adventure sports, jungle trekking & hot springs. Loaded with information & suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from stays in authentic coffee fincas to lively fiestas in the tiniest of villages.

Includes:: comprehensive information from transport & practicalities to history, culture & landscape. Plus all the usual accommodation, eating & drinking listings for every budget. Full-colour planning section to inspire you & help you find the best experiences, from Cartagena, the emerald in Colombia`s crown, to the hidden tombs & mysterious statues of ancient cultures, Footprint`s fully updated edition will help you navigate this incredible destination.

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Colombia at 1:1, 400, 000 on a light, waterproof & tear-resistant, indexed map from ITMB with an enlargement showing the environs of Bogota in greater details, plus large street plans of central Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena annotated with hotels & places of interest. The map divides the country north/south with Bogota included on both sides. Topography is shown by altitude colouring; national parks & other protected areas are highlighted. Road network indicates unpaved roads,

Includes:: selected seasonal tracks & shows driving distances on main routes. Railway lines are included & domestic airports are marked. The map also shows internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. Various places of interest are highlighted including cultural & natural World Heritage Sites. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 2°30’ intervals & each side has a separate index. Large, clear street plans present central Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena, showing locations of several hotels, various facilities & places of interest. Also included are maps showing in greater detail the environs of the capital (1:700, 000) plus the main natural regions of Colombia.

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