Symi at 1:20, 000 on a contoured, GPS compatible hiking map published by Terrain Cartography group together with Skai Maps, & printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant Polyart plastic paper, with extensive tourist information. Topography is very well presented by contours, enhanced by spot heights, subtle relief shading & additional altitude colouring. Contour interval, unless indicated below to the contrary, is 20m. National parks & other protected areas are marked. All place names are shown in both Greek & Latin alphabet. The maps have a UTM grid, plus latitude & longitude margin ticks. Hiking trails are graded between main routes & narrow trails. 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. 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. Many titles include a street plan of the island’s main town, with colouring clearly showing various tourist facilities. 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.* Map legend & all the text include English.** In this title:* information on the island`s rock climbing sites plus descriptions of 10 hiking trails. ...

From internationally acclaimed YA author M. T. Anderson comes the true story of a city under siege, thrillingly told & impeccably researched. In September 1941, Adolf Hitler`s Wehrmacht surrounded Leningrad in what was to become one of the longest & most destructive sieges in Western history. After three years of bombardment & starvation, culminating in the bitterly cold winter of 1943-44, more than a million citizens lost their lives. In order to survive, many residents burned books, furniture & floorboards to keep warm; they ate family pets &, eventually, each other. In the midst of this bloodshed, Dimitri Shostakovich composed the Leningrad Symphony, a piece that both rallied & eulogized his fellow citizens.. . & which would come to play a surprising part in the Allies` eventual victory. ...

For V.2 owners wanting to upgrade, the V.4 Syn Scan TM hand control

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Syracuse in New York State on an indexed street plan from Rand Mc Nally in their extensive range of maps covering cities in the United States. Communities covered by this map include Baldwinsville, Camillus, East Syracuse, Fayetteville, Liverpool, Manlius, Marcellus, Minoa, North Syracuse & Solvay. Rand Mc Nally street plans provide coverage of cities with their outer suburbs, clearly indicating main traffic arteries: highways (distinguishing between free & toll access), plus primary & secondary routes. Road numbers and/or names are clearly displayed & exit numbers are indicated. Locations of service & rest areas are marked & one way streets are shown. Longer streets are annotated with block numbers for easier identification of addresses. The maps show railway, bus &, where appropriate, metro stations. A range of symbols indicate various places of interest including cultural & academic institutions, various municipal facilities, golf courses, etc. The plans have extensive street indexes, supplemented by lists of points of interest, parks & recreational areas, shopping malls, stations, schools, etc. ...

Dubbed `the greatest Greek city & the most beautiful of them all` by Cicero, Syracuse also boasts the richest history of anywhere in Sicily. ” Syracuse, City of Legends”
- the first modern historical guide to the city
- explores Syracuse`s place within the island & the wider Mediterranean & reveals why it continues to captivate visitors today, more than two & a half millennia after its foundation. Over its long & colorful life, Syracuse has been home to many creative figures, including Archimedes, the greatest mathematician of the ancient world, as well as host to Sappho, Plato, Scipio Africanus, conqueror of Hannibal, & Caravaggio, who have all contributed to the rich history & atmosphere of this beguiling & distinctive Sicilian city. Generously illustrated, ” Syracuse, City of Legends” also offers detailed descriptions of the principal monuments from each period in the city`s life, explaining their physical location as well as their historical context. This vivid & engaging history weaves together the history, architecture & archeology of Syracuse & will be an invaluable companion for anyone visiting the city as well as a compelling introduction to its ancient & modern history.

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Syria & Lebanon 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 ...

Flags are a great way to show some national pride, pay homage to a fondly remembered visit abroad, celebrate a special occasion, or simply decorate the wall of your room. Flags measure 5’x 3’ (152.4 x 91.44cm), are made from 100% polyester & come with two brass eyelets for fastening. ...

Syria 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, ...

Syria & Lebanon on an indexed road map with large insets with street plans of Damascus, Aleppo & Beirut, a plan of the archaeological remains at Palmyra, plus an administrative map of both countries. Road & rail networks are presented on a base with plenty of topographic information: sandy & rocky deserts, lava fields, salt pans, seasonal rivers, names of mountain ranges & valleys, etc. Many cross-desert tracks are included. Driving distances are marked on main routes & border crossings to the neighbouring countries are shown, as well as internal administrative boundaries, with a separate inset showing administrative provinces with their names. Both countries’ main historical sites are highlighted. Golan Heights are shown with pre-1967 boundary & both the ceasefire line & the demilitarized zone are marked. The map has latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 1° & an index on the reverse side. Map legend

Includes:: English. Insets with street plans of Damascus, Aleppo & Beirut cover more than just the very central part of each city & indicate locations of selected hotels. Also included is a plan of the archaeological site at Palmyra.

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Indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant road map of Syria & Lebanon with topographic & tourist information & plans of central Damascus, Aleppo & the archaeological site at Palmyra. The map, published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet. Coverage extends south to include Amman & Jerusalem. Names of main towns are also shown in Arabic, with all other place names only in Latin alphabet. Clear topographic base has altitude colouring with contours, spot heights, names of mountain ranges. Seasonal rivers & lakes, springs & hot springs are marked. Road network

Includes:: seasonal local tracks, gives driving distances on main roads & shows locations of border crossings. Railway lines, local airfields & oil or gas pipelines are also marked. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. National parks & protected areas are marked & symbols highlight various places of interest, including UNESCO world heritage sites, archaeological remains, mosques & churches, castles, etc. Campsites & locations with hotel accommodations are indicated. The map has a grid with latitude & longitude at intervals of 30’, & an extensive index of localities. Map legend

Includes:: English. Street plans of central Damascus, with an enlargement for the Old Town, & Aleppo highlight numerous places of interest. Also included is a plan of the Roman remains at Palmyra.PLEASE NOTE: In the Golan Heights the map shows the pre-1967 border as the current boundary between Syria & Israel. Although the two demarcation lines with the UNDOF zone are marked, there is no indication on the map that the area west of the zone is currently under the Israeli control. *” World Mapping Project”* is an extensive series of maps at varying scales, aiming to provide coverage of countries & regions worldwide using clear, well presented cartography with both topographic & tourist information.



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