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Prague Time Out Guide

This guide to the historic Czech capital has been thoroughly updated by Time Out`s resident experts. A host of new restaurants, the revamped National Museum and the best of the recently added attractions join the city`s mix of arty dives, classic Bohemian pubs, ancient castles and fascinating architecture. Local culture, the lowdown on the arts scene, the perfect weekend agenda, Prague`s best tips for families, lovers, literati, gays and shopaholics: are all included to help visitors explore one of Europe`s most interesting cities. Prague city guide highlights: full colour and illustrated throughout with exclusive photography, using original imagery to give a real sense of the place; handy pull-out Prague map; extensive area guides not only cover the sightseeing in Prague, but
also restaurants, bars and shops - all plotted on maps handily located within the chapter; top 20 list of the must-see highlights; itineraries to help you plan your visit Critic`s choices pick out the best Prague sights, experiences and cultural highlights - at a glance; and all Prague restaurants and bars have been visited and reviewed anonymously by critics who pay their own way Prague hotels independently reviewed. The revamped Time Out Guides retain the independence and local expertise that the series is known for, while adding more features to help the visitor navigate the city. Whether you have an action-packed 24 hours or a leisurely week in which to take it all in, these guides are more essential than ever.
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This guide to the historic Czech capital has been thoroughly updated by Time Out`s resident experts. A host of new restaurants, the revamped National Museum & the best of the recently added attractions join the city`s mix of arty dives, classic Bohemian pubs, ancient castles & fascinating architecture. Local culture, the lowdown on the arts scene, the perfect weekend agenda, Prague`s best tips for families, lovers, literati, gays & shopaholics: are all included to help visitors explore one of Europe`s most interesting cities. Prague city guide highlights: full colour & illustrated throughout with exclusive photography, using original imagery to give a real sense of the place; handy pull-out Prague map; extensive area guides not only cover the sightseeing in Prague, but also restaurants, bars & shops
- all plotted on maps handily located within the chapter; top 20 list of the must-see highlights; itineraries to help you plan your visit Critic`s choices pick out the best Prague sights, experiences & cultural highlights
- at a glance; & all Prague restaurants & bars have been visited & reviewed anonymously by critics who pay their own way Prague hotels independently reviewed. The revamped Time Out Guides retain the independence & local expertise that the series is known for, while adding more features to help the visitor navigate the city. Whether you have an action-packed 24 hours or a leisurely week in which to take it all in, these guides are more essential than ever.

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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