Whether you`re tracking wild bears, dancing with Gypsies or braving Dracula`s lair, you won`t set a foot wrong with The Rough Guide to Romania. From the folk customs of Maramure? & painted monasteries of Bucovina to Bucharest`s thriving gastronomic scene, Rough Guides` freshly updated seventh edition takes you on a time-travelling trip around this most diverse of destinations. With a section of suggested itineraries, plus detailed maps & gorgeous full-colour photographs throughout, you`ll feel inspired to step off the beaten track & really explore Romania`s wealth of cultural riches. Our local-expert authors have also peppered The Rough Guide to Romania with anecdotal titbits, h&-picked tips & unparalleled historical background to ensure you squeeze every last drop of potential from your travels. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Romania. ...

Discover the eternal city with the most in-the-know & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to brave the crowds visiting the Sistine Chapel, pick up picnic supplies at a mouthwatering market or shop till you drop on Via dei Condotti, The Rough Guide to Rome will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink & relax along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Rome- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.- Full-colour maps throughout
- navigate the backstreets of Trastevere or the ruins of the Palatine Hill without needing to get online.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes, both by day & by theme, to help you organize your trip.- Detailed coverage
- whether in the city centre or away from the hordes in the more residential neighbourhoods, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: the Centro Storico; the Vatican; Campo de` Fiori & the Ghetto; Piazza Venezia & the Capitoline Hill; the Tridenti & Trevi; the Quirinale & Via Veneto; Monti, Termini & the Esquiline Hill; Trastevere & the Janiculum Hill; Villa Borghese; the Aventine Hill, Testaccio & Ostiense; plus day-trips to Ostia Antica, Tivoli, Viterbo & more. Attractions include: the Colosseum; the Forum; Circus Maximus; the Pantheon; St Peter`s; Galleria Borghese; Capitoline Museums; Vatican Museums; Trevi Fountain; Domus Aurea; Piazza Navona; Camp de` Fiori; & Ara Pacis.- Listings chapters
- from accommodation to eating & drinking, clubs & live music, culture & entertainment, plus festivals, shops & markets, LGBT Rome, sports & Kids` Rome.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport including a rundown of useful bus & tram routes, city tours, the media, public holidays, tourist passes & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, architecture, books & films, plus a handy language section & glossary.





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The full-colour The Rough Guide to Sardinia is the ultimate travel guide to one of the Mediterranean`s most intriguing islands. Unlock the secrets of Sardinia with fabulous photography, colour-coded maps & up-to-date listings, all fully revised for this sixth edition by our Sardinia expert. The Rough Guide to Sardinia is full of practical advice on what to see & do
- from galleries & archeological sites to mountain hikes & beaches
- as well as descriptions of the best hotels, bars & restaurants for all budgets. The island`s flamboyant festivals & rich history are covered, as are lesser-known aspects such as its industrial heritage, literature, handicrafts & culinary traditions. Trekking & riding itineraries, watersports & biking routes feature too, while ` Top 5 boxes` pick out the highlights you won`t want to miss. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Sardinia.

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The new, full-colour Rough Guide to Scotland is the definitive travel guide to this gem of a country. In-depth coverage of its burgeoning food scene, artistic innovations & awe-inspiring wild places
- from remote, Gaelic-speaking islands to untamed, ruggedly beautiful glens
- takes you to the most rewarding spots, with striking colour photography bringing everything to life. Whether you're wild camping or staying in chic B& Bs, you can discover adventure & solitude in equal measure with our expert advice on where to spot wild dolphins, stunning hikes to deserted beaches & the best places to slurp seasonal oysters & nose original whiskies. The guide

Includes:: clear maps & insider reviews to take you straight to the best hotels, restaurants, bars & music venues for all budgets, ensuring that you won't miss a thing. Scotland is heaven for slow travel, but the guide also

Includes:: extensive coverage of the country's premier cities, Edinburgh & Glasgow, plus details on all the best places to ski, surf & mountain bike if you fancy picking up the pace a little. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Scotl&.





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This fully updated The Rough Guide to Scotland is the ultimate travel guide to this wonderful part of the world. From the fairy tale capital of Edinburgh to the remote glens of the Highlands, Scotland has something for everyone. The outdoors activities are simply unbeatable; Skye`s Cuillin ridge offers staggeringly good hiking routes, while the mountain biking trails across the country are some of the best in Europe. The Rough Guide to Scotland covers the country`s rich cultural heritage, from the legendary live music venues in Glasgow to the countless enlightening folk centres in the Highlands. The Rough Guide to Scotland contains more information than ever on where to eat & drink in Scotl&, with detailed coverage of whisky distillery tours & advice on the best restaurants & pubs in the country. Whether you spend your time searching for ruined hilltop castles, hunting down mythical beasts in deep lochs or isl&-hopping around the Hebrides, The Rough Guide to Scotland has it covered. ...

The new, full-colour Rough Guide to the Scottish Highlands & Islands is the definitive travel guide to this untamed region, with detailed, stylish maps & stunning photography to bring it all to life. From the deserted white strands of South Harris to moody Glen Coe, this is the perfect place to drop off the radar, whether you`re camping wild or staying in a boutique bolthole. The Munro summits are as much of a challenge as ever, & the Highlands are also stuffed with myriad other opportunities for adventure, from world-class sea kayaking & mountain biking to near empty surf-breaks. Whether you`re travelling by car, bike or public transport the guide`s comprehensive travel advice will help you navigate your way around easily & point you in the direction of incredible animals such as puffins & whales. Up-to-date & honest reviews of all the best accommodation & home-grown, fresh eating options for all budgets will all ensure that you maximize your time in this, the most stunning part of Scotl&. ...

The ultimate insider`s guide, covering everything from the huge new art galleries of the West Bund to the chic eating places of the renovated Cool Docks. Shanghai is the twenty-first-century city par excellence
- the financial centre of the world`s new superpower. Expanding wildly in all directions, it`s a vibrant place, making waves in everything from contemporary art to cutting-edge architecture. Cutting through the hype, The Rough Guide to Shanghai reveals the best places to shop, from fake markets to backstreet tailors; to sleep, whether you want a quirky hostel, Art Deco cool or a luxury sky scraping suite; & to eat, from destination restaurants to humble dumpling stalls. Day-trips include quaint canal towns, the new Chinese Disneyland & lovely Nanxiang, made newly accessible by the expanding metro network. An updated metro map shows all the new stops, while every hotel, restaurant, bar, club & shop is marked on our easy-to-read, full-colour city maps.
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The Rough Guide to Shanghai is the ultimate insider`s guide to China`s brash new mega city. Having hosted the extravagant 2010 world expo Shanghai is muscling forward to take its place alongside such financial powerhouses as Tokyo & London. But it`s no longer just about China`s rising business clout; in everything from fashion & art to cutting-edge architecture, Shanghai is making waves. All the major & off beat sights of this notoriously fast-changing city are covered in this fully-revised third edition, from the glorious, newly renovated Bund, set to become China`s Champs Elysee, to huge new cultural markers such as the Power Station of Art, to chic shopping district Tianzifang. Cutting through the hype, this guide reveals the best places to shop, from malls to backstreet tailors; to sleep, whether you want a youth hostel, trendy boutique hotel or luxury pad; & to eat, from the glitziest destination restaurants to the best street dumplings. For when the pace of the city gets too frantic, there`s all you need to know for great daytrips to tranquil canal towns such as Wuzhen or Suzhou. Easy to read, full-colour maps are provided throughout the guide, plus there`s a handy subway map, & the pinyin & Chinese characters are given for all attractions & venues. ...

The full-colour The Rough Guide to Sicily is the ultimate travel guide to the Mediterranean`s most intoxicating isl&. Get under the skin of Sicily with inspiring photos, colour-coded maps & up-to-date reviews of hotels, B& Bs, campsites, restaurants, cafés & bars, all fully revised for this tenth edition by our Sicily expert. The Rough Guide to Sicily is jam-packed with practical & honest advice about the best things to see & do. From climbing Mount Etna, scuba diving off Ustica & exploring Greek & Roman relics, to sinking into mud baths on Vulcano & eating your way around Palermo, there`s no end of choice
- we`ll help you make up your mind, & recommend the best beaches to hit while you do so. Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Sicily.
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The Rough Guide to Sicily, now in full colour throughout, is the ultimate travel guide to the Mediterranean`s most captivating isl&. You can discover the highlights of Sicily through stunning photography, colour coded street maps, & detailed listings of hotels, B& Bs, campsites, restaurants, cafes & bars. You can climb the active volcanoes of Etna, Stromboli & Vulcano; laze on unspoilt beaches; dive the waters of Ustica & the Aeolian islands; see the ancient Greek temples of Agrigento, Segesta & Selinunte, & the world`s first bikinis at the Roman Villa of Piazza Armerina. Sample the streetfood of Palermo, the markets of Catania & the island city of Siracusa, & follow in the footsteps of TV detective Montalbano, to the glorious Baroque towns of the Val di Noto. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Sicily. ...