One of the world`s most exciting destinations, South India & Kerala offers majestic temples, exotic wildlife, spectacular festivals & thousands of kilometres of tropical coastline. Written by Rough Guides` team of India experts, this br&-new Rough Guide offers the best blend of critical reviews, in-depth background & tell-it-like it is advice on everything from yoga retreats & beaches to spotting wild tigers & elephants. Also inside The Rough Guide to South India & Kerala: * Get inspired with our trademark ”things not to miss” & ”author picks” by local experts* Learn how to book a train ticket, what to eat & cultural tips in our travel basics section.* Read features on trekking in the Cardamom Hills, discovering the sacred sites of Tamil Nadu or exploring the lazy backwaters of Kerala* Find your way across every inch of South India with full-colour maps & easy-to-follow city & temple plans* Read the most detailed background on South Indian history, architecture & wildlife in contexts* Try speaking Tamil, Telugu or Malayalam with our handy language section
Includes: Goa, Kerala, Mumbai, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana & the Andaman Islands. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to South India & Kerala.
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Tuk tuks, temples, sizzling street food & remote tropical islands: discover the best of Southeast Asia with Rough Guides. Our intrepid authors have trekked, cycled & snorkelled from Bali to Myanmar, seeking out the best-value guesthouses, activities & restaurants. In-depth reviews of budget accommodation & eating are combined with some choice ”treat yourself” options allowing you to rough it in a beach hut one minute or kick back in a hip bar the next. Easy to follow transport advice & budget tips are combined with unrivalled background on all the things you simply can`t miss, whether you`re beach-hopping in Bali, exploring the ruins of Angkor Wat or venturing to the stilt-villages of Myanmar`s Inle Lake. Make the most of your Asian adventure with The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget. Covers: Brunei, Cambodia, Hong Kong & Macau, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar (Burma), The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam. ...

The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget is the ultimate guide for budget-conscious independent travellers visiting this fascinating region. Updated by a team of expert writers, this edition is packed with information to help you make the most of your time & money, including comprehensive transport information, suggested itineraries, full-colour maps & advice on local culture, food & language. Detailed listings give the low-down on the best hotels, hostels, bars & restaurants, while ”treat yourself” suggestions provide inspiration for the odd splurge. Whether you want to take a slow boat down the Mekong, feast on dim sum in Hong Kong, kick-back on a white-sand beach in Thailand or explore the temples of Bagan in Myanmar, this guide is the ultimate companion to travel in Southeast Asia. ...

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Discover Spain with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan on exploring Andalucia`s White Towns, sampling the legendary nightlife of Madrid or hiking in the Picos de Euuropa, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Spain will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Spain- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.- Full-colour maps throughout
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- whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Madrid, Segovia, Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha, Extremadura, Andalucia, Castilla y Leon, La Rioja, the Pais Vasco, Navarra, Cantabria, Asturias, Galicia, Aragon, Barcelona, Catalunya, Valencia, Murcia, & the Balearics. Attractions include: Museo del Prado, Reina Sofia, El Escorial, Merida, the Alhambra, La Mezquita, Parque Nacional Coto de Donana, Univeridad de Salamanca, Burgos Cathedral, Museo Guggenheim, Santiago de Compostela`s cathedral, Sagrada Familia, Fundacio Joan Miro, Teatre-Museu Dali, La Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias, & the Palma Cathedral.- Basics
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- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, wildlife flamenco & books & with a handy language section covering Castilian (Spanish), Catalan, Basque & Galician. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Spain About Rough Guides: Escape the everyday with Rough Guides. We are a leading travel publisher known for our ”tell it like it is” attitude, up-to-date content & great writing. Since 1982, we`ve published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with an ever-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, & an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest & informed travel guides.






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The Rough Guide to Sweden is the ultimate travel guide to this fascinating country. Discover Sweden`s highlights with stunning ...

The Rough Guide to Switzerland is the ultimate guide to the country where tourism as we know it first took off. The Alpine landscape that so entranced Thomas Cook`s pioneering group of package tourists in 1863 still draws tourists in their millions. Whether you`re looking to check out the 365 days-per-year snowboarding scene in Zermatt, wander the medieval streets of exceptionally preserved Bern or sleep on the straw in a Valais farm, you`ll find plenty of insight & advice from our team of expert authors. Beyond the hinterlands, we uncover the surprisingly dynamic alternative scene in Switzerland`s cities, its cutting-edge contemporary galleries & myriad film, music & design festivals, not to mention the scientists at CERN attempting to discover the neutron-sized building-blocks of our universe in the world`s biggest experiment. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Switzerl&. ...

Uncover the contrasts between ultra-modern 24hr Taipei & the city`s slower-paced traditional backstreets with this guide to Taiwan. Seek out the best hikes in Taroko Gorge & Alishan, find a beautiful B&B on the east coast, or among the fabulous hot-spring resorts in the East Rift Valley, discover pristine Pacific beaches & surf spots. Order great food everywhere you go with the carefully researched eating reviews which cover everything from night-markets to gourmet restaurants. Easily accessible information on transport will help get you from Yeliou in the far north to Kenting in the deep south, & everywhere in between, whether by bus & train, car, scooter or bicycle. Whether you have time to browse detailed chapters, gaining insights into the country`s complex & tumultuous history, or need fast-fix itineraries & ` Top 5` boxes that pick out highlights, this guide will suit you. ...

Discover this fascinating destination with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to sample oyster omelettes at Keelung Night Market, catch some waves at Kenting National Park or marvel at the National Palace Museum`s fabulous art collection, The Rough Guide to Taiwan will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- 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.
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- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Things not to miss
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- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
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- whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Taipei; Tainan; Meinong; Kinmen; Lugang; Lanyu; Matsu Islands; East Rift Valley; Alishan National Scenic Area & East Coast National Scenic Area. Attractions include: Taroko National Park; Kenting National Park; Chung Tai Chan Monastery; Sun Moon Lake; Yushan; National Palace Museum; night markets & hot springs.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, health, the media, festivals, outdoor activities, culture & etiquette, & more.
- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, Taiwan`s indigenous peoples, religion, arts & culture, books, plus a handy language section & glossary.










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The Rough Guide to Tanzania is the definitive guide to one of Africa`s most beautiful destinations, with clear maps & detailed coverage of all the best attractions from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to the exotic Indian Ocean beaches of Zanzibar. You`ll also find an in-depth & full-colour guide to Tanzania`s spectacular wildlife & national parks, & the most accurate map of the magically labyrinthine Stone Town based on satellite imagery. From Tanzania`s volcanic landscapes of Ngorongoro Crater to arranging a Serengeti safari, the guide

Includes:: practical information on getting there & around, plus reviews of the best Tanzanian hotels, restaurants, bars & shopping for all budgets. You`ll find introductory sections on Tanzania`s cultural customs, health, food, drink & outdoor activities as well as specialist Tanzanian tour operators & an introduction to learning Kiswahili. Rely on expert background information on everything from bull-fighting in Pemba through to the mosaic of ethnic groups in Tanzania. Explore all corners of this fascinating country with the clearest maps of any guide.

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