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Kos & the South Dodecanese Islands at 1:50, 000, from Kompass, with a small street plan of the town of Kos. Contours at 100m intervals, spot heights, & very slight relief shading are used to denote topography; simple colour use displays areas of vegetation. Major & minor roads are shown with distances marked in kilometres. Points of interest such as surfing spots, beaches, archaeological sites, museums are clearly marked, with local facilities also displayed. There are also 1:100, 000 maps of Kalymnos, Leros, Nisyros & Astypalaia islands, sharing the same cartographic style as the main map of Kos. The street plan of the town of Kos is at 1:10, 000, showing main places of interest & a list of 15 hotels & 28 restaurants. There is also a small map of ferry connections in the Aegean. The map place names are in both Latin & Greek alphabet. Map legend

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A road map with relief portrayed by hill shading & contours at 100m intervals. Main & minor roads & tracks are distinguished & driving distances are marked on the map. A range of distinctive symbols show a selection of features eg. petrol stations, ports, marinas, chuches, ruins, archeological sites, campsites & scenic viewpoints. Locations are named in Latin & Greek script. One inset shows N. Patmos at 1:75, 000 & another inset shows a simple street plan of the town of Kos. There is no index. ...

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Kos in a series of handy holiday pocket maps from Freytag & Berndt covering popular islands & other seaside destinations in Europe. Each map is laminated, so waterproof & tear-resistant, & highlights the publishers’ recommendations of five best choices in five categories: adventure, culture, food, nature & sights. On one side is a road map with icons highlighting numerous places of interest, including campsites & youth hostels, sport & recreational facilities, marinas & beaches, architectural & historical sites, etc. The maps have no geographical coordinates. Most titles also include a small street plan of the central area in the main town. The map &, if appropriate, the street plan are annotated with colour-coded markers highlighting the publishers’ recommendations of five best choices in five categories: adventure, culture, food, nature & sights, all listed on the reverse of the map with brief notes in several languages. Also provided is a Fact Box with phone numbers for tourist offices, car hire & emergency services. Map legend & notes on the recommendations include English.* In this title*: a small plan of Kos town & a map of Nisiros at 1:50, 000. ...

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Kos at 1:65, 000 on a road map from Greek publishers Geopsis, annotated with numerous places of interest & facilities. Printed on waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper, the map

Includes:: a street plan of Kos town on the reverse. On one side is a road map of the island at 1:65, 000. The base is derived from satellite imagery, enhanced by altitude colouring & relief shading, plus graphics to indicate woodlands & protected areas. Road network included local rural roads, gives driving distances in main routes & shows locations of petrol stations. Also shown are selected hiking routes. A wide range of symbols highlights various places of interest, including picturesque landscape, nature reserves, thermal springs, caves, beaches, sport & recreational facilities, tourist accommodation & tavernas, etc. Place names are in both Greek & Latin alphabet. The map has a UTM grid for GPS users, plus latitude & longitude margin ticks at 3’ intervals. Map legend

Includes:: English. The reverse side shows a street plan of Kos at 1:4, 000 annotated with numerous places of interest & various facilities. Names of most streets are in both alphabets, with a few smaller streets are in Greek only. Also provided is a small plan of the town’s marina, plus for the main map brief descriptions of six selected routes for walking, cycling, go-karts & cars. Text

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In this booklet Jill Dudley writes about Hippocrates who was born on Kos, whose father was a temple priest-physician serving Asclepius, god of healing. She describes Hippocrates` pioneering approach to medicine, & his break with the traditional belief that sickness was an infliction imposed by the gods. It is as the back cover of the booklet says: all you need to know about the island`s myths, legends & its gods. ...

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Greek island of Kos on a light, waterproof & tear-resistant, contoured & GPS compatible map at 1:45, 000 from Terrain Editions. On the reverse are notes about the island & its sights. All place names are shown in both Greek & Latin alphabet. Map legend & all the text include English. Maps of the Greek islands from Terrain Editions have topography well presented by contours at 20m intervals (unless indicated differently in the map`s individual description), enhanced by spot heights, subtle relief shading & additional altitude colouring. Road network is very clearly graded according to width & the type of surface, distinguishing between good & rough dirt roads. Distances are marked on most small local roads, as well as locations of petrol stations and/or tyre repair workshops; scenic routes are highlighted. Each map also shows which ports are served by ferry services. Hiking paths are graded as main or narrow trails. National parks & other protected areas are marked & a wide range of symbols indicate various places of interest & recreational facilities, with main sights clearly highlighted. Most titles distinguish between sandy & pebble beaches; some also indicate beaches with natural shade and/or the type of sea bed. The maps have a UTM grid, plus latitude & longitude margin ticks. The reverse side of each title is covered by general information about the isl&, illustrated with colour photos. Many titles also include brief descriptions of recommended hiking trails and/or a street plan of the island’s main town, with colouring clearly showing various tourist facilities. To see the other titles in this series please click on the series link. ...

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Kos with Nisyros & Pserimos in the Mc Gilchrist’s Greek Islands series focuses primarily on cultural tourism for the visitor who wishes to understand more about the art, history & architecture of the islands. The series contains no photographs, but has specially drawn maps for each island (66 in total) & site plans for every major site (57 in total), together with thoroughly comprehensive textual information. Each guide also recommends a small number of places to stay & eat selected for their simplicity & unpretentiousness. ...

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The 1:50 000 topographic map gives a more general picture of the ground features than a basic map. It shows settlements, houses, roads, cultivated areas, waterways, cutting areas, mires, rock exposures, & relief. One map sheet covers an area of 30 x 40 km & one centimetre corresponds to 500 metres on the ground. The 1:50, 000 topographic map is also an ideal complement to nautical charts as it provides useful information about the land areas adjacent to waterways. For example, all Finnish sea areas are covered by 1:50 000 topographic map sheets. ...

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In this unique eyewitness record, James Pettifer gives a startling & evocative portrayal of the grim & fearful world of Kosova from the imposition of martial law in 1990 till March 1999. As a writer for The Times & Wall Street Journal Europe, he witnessed most key events, from the emergence of the Kosova Liberation Army in May 1996 to the massive refugee movements of 1998 & 1999, the ground war between the KLA & the Serbs & the NATO bombing campaign & subsequent liberation of Kosovo. Many of the drama`s key personalities, such as the Serb war criminal Arkan (who at one time was a Kosova MP), American diplomats (including Richard Holbrooke) & key Albanian leaders (Ibrahim Rugova & Thacim Haci) feature in this account. Kosova Express also offers new insights into the efforts of the British government to manipulate press coverage of Kosova for its own ends, & the hitherto undisclosed links between several European governments & the Milosevic regiem. The colour & humour of Kosova daily life, the region`s bleakly harsh yet beautiful landscapes, & the subterranean, nightmare world of Prishtina are graphically described, as is the horrifying nature of the war aro ...

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An account of how Kosovo became the crucible of one of the 20th-century's most poisonous ethnic conflicts. Written by a seasoned journalist who witnessed the Balkan conflagration & its aftermath, it presents an analysis of the origins of the Serb-Albanian conflict, the course of the battle, the issues & personalities, & options for the future. In this second edition Tim Judah updates the story to, & beyond, the fall of Milosevic. ...

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Kos Marco Polo Guide

Marco Polo Kos: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all Kos`s attractions with this up-to-date, authoritative guide, complete with `Best Of` recommendations. You`ll discover nice hotels, restaurants, where to shop, trendy places, the best night life and the pick of local festivals and events. Also contains: the Perfect Route, Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, Travel with Kids, Greek phrasebook and a comprehensive index. Kos, with its 60km (38 miles) of sandy and pebble beaches, is an inviting holiday destination. With as much variety of clubs as water sports, there`s plenty of scope to enjoy both the beach and the nightlife. The largely flat island is easy to explore by bicycle, but whether by car or by bike, tours will lead you to beaches that are
practically deserted, out-of-the-way villages, and the famous Asklepion, a unique mix of ancient sanatorium and temple complex, all of will be encountered when following the `Perfect Route` across the island. Marco Polo Kos does more than just invite you to explore the `island of Hippocrates`. Its central position in the Dodecanese means that neighbouring islands can easily be reached by boat, including the sponge-fishing island of Kalimnos and the volcanic island of Nisyros. And whether by car ferry or excursion boat, it`s just a short hop across to Turkey. Insider Tips point you to the Kos Aktis Hotel, an art hotel right on the sea, and Bubble Beach, which has a little surprise in store for snorkelers. The Best Of pages sum up what`s typical for Kos, recommend places to go for
free, and have tips for rainy days and where you can relax and unwind. Panels in each chapter suggest things to do if you`re on a tight budget and where to pick up some real bargains. The Sports & Activities chapter has information for rock-climbing and horse-riding in stunning landscapes, while Trips & Tours includes a bike ride along the north coast and trips to neighbouring islands. Finally the Dos & Don`ts tell you why you should never disturb a siesta but why you should definitely heed the traffic regulations. Marco Polo Kos provides comprehensive coverage of the island. To help you get around there`s a detailed road atlas inside, a useful map of Kos Town in the back cover, plus a handy pull-out map.Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!

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Marco Polo Kos: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all Kos`s attractions with this up-to-date, authoritative guide, complete with ` Best Of` recommendations. You`ll discover nice hotels, restaurants, where to shop, trendy places, the best night life & the pick of local festivals & events. Also contains: the Perfect Route, Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, Travel with Kids, Greek phrasebook & a comprehensive index. Kos, with its 60km (38 miles) of sandy & pebble beaches, is an inviting holiday destination. With as much variety of clubs as water sports, there`s plenty of scope to enjoy both the beach & the nightlife. The largely flat island is easy to explore by bicycle, but whether by car or by bike, tours will lead you to beaches that are practically deserted, out-of-the-way villages, & the famous Asklepion, a unique mix of ancient sanatorium & temple complex, all of will be encountered when following the ` Perfect Route` across the isl&. Marco Polo Kos does more than just invite you to explore the `island of Hippocrates`. Its central position in the Dodecanese means that neighbouring islands can easily be reached by boat, including the sponge-fishing island of Kalimnos & the volcanic island of Nisyros. & whether by car ferry or excursion boat, it`s just a short hop across to Turkey. Insider Tips point you to the Kos Aktis Hotel, an art hotel right on the sea, & Bubble Beach, which has a little surprise in store for snorkelers. The Best Of pages sum up what`s typical for Kos, recommend places to go for free, & have tips for rainy days & where you can relax & unwind. Panels in each chapter suggest things to do if you`re on a tight budget & where to pick up some real bargains. The Sports & Activities chapter has information for rock-climbing & horse-riding in stunning landscapes, while Trips & Tours

Includes:: a bike ride along the north coast & trips to neighbouring islands. Finally the Dos & Don`ts tell you why you should never disturb a siesta but why you should definitely heed the traffic regulations. Marco Polo Kos provides comprehensive coverage of the isl&. To help you get around there`s a detailed road atlas inside, a useful map of Kos Town in the back cover, plus a handy pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!

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Date - A day on a calendar

Date - A social activity whith a current or potential partner

Beach - An area on the coast consisting of a sandy or pebbled area

water - A chemical substance. Chemical formula H2O.

Car - A machine used for transport which runs on roads

Tight - The opposite to loose

Road - a manmade lane or a path that is used to speed up travel.

Horse - A large animal with four legs that tends to be ridden.

Experience - To gain further knowledge by practising.

Kids - A young child.

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