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Including Bhopal, Bhimbetka, Sanchi, Mandu, Gwalior and Khajuraho. Discerning on-site guide to the sights and monuments of Madhya Pradesh, with its important pilgrimage and temple towns, and including the scarcely-visited state of Chhattisgarh. With full background information on Indian history,...

Discover the best of everything India's vibrant capital city has to offer, from the impressive Red Fort to the splendid Taj Mahal in nearby Agra. Six easy-to-follow itineraries explore the city's most interesting areas-from colorful bazaars to peaceful parks and gardens-while reviews of the best restaurants,...

The Canary Islands (Spanish: Islas Canarias) are an Atlantic territory of Spain on the west coast of Africa, near to Morocco, Cape Verde and the archipelagos of the Azores Islands and Madeira Islands. Gran Canaria is the largest island by population, its capital city (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) has...

2010 Edition. With insider recommendations and neighborhood maps that pinpoint landmarks, museums, entertainment, pubs, clubs, and hotels, this fab "Little Black Book of London" walks you through the best of the Royal Capital, with excursions outside London as well. Numbered entries in city guide text...

2011 Edition. Here's what to see and do, and where to eat, sleep, drink, shop, and stay, from Florence, Firenze, 'City of Flowers,'' to Tuscany's rolling hills, medieval towns, and beyond! Author Vesna Neskow introduces the places and pleasures of the region, including its famous cuisine, rich in ingredients...

Frankfurt is the commercial centre of Germany and the largest city in the state of Hesse. The city is known for its impressive skyline and the country's largest airport. Frankfurt is the location of the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Stock Exchange (DAX) and hosts many of Europe's largest trade...

The Galapagos Islands of Ecuador have an exotic lush environment and a plethora of wildlife species. Travelers from far and wide visit this tourist destination to see where Charles Darwin made his famous discoveries. The experience often proves to be one of the most unique trips a visitor will ever...

Mainland Portugal’s southernmost city, scenic Faro is the capital of the Algarve. A colourful town marked by long sandy beaches and flanked by dramatic rocks. Born inside medieval walls, the city unfolds its long story; one of a mish-mash of influences and periods of both prominence and devastation.

With more than one thousand miles of coastline the Dominican Republic has endless beaches for tourists to enjoy. The Dominican Republic has a lot more than sea and sand to attract. There are rivers, lakes, verdant valleys and semi-arid deserts with spectacular cactus gardens, golf courses as well...

In the southwestern corner of France on the Atlantic Ocean is the French Basque region where you can visit a number of beautiful seaside resort towns.  Most famous is Biarritz, which was a favourite of Sir Winston Churchill as well as both French and English Royalty. Nearby is the city of Toulouse,...

A complete guide for everything you need to experience a great Long Weekend on New York’s Upper West Side. Whether you want museums, restaurants or shopping, this part of New York is a unique world unto its own and deserves special attention. “We had to spend two days going through the...

Chapter from Blue Guide Greece the Aegean Islands: what to see, where to stay and eat, history, archaeology, art, culture, leisure. With superb, award-winning maps. Written and edited by a team of three experts: historian, art historian and archaeologist, two of whom lead cultural tours in Greece. "Blue Guides still hold the cultural high ground" Sunday Times.

Chapter from Blue Guide Greece the Aegean Islands: what to see, where to stay and eat, history, archaeology, art, culture, leisure. With superb, award-winning maps. Written and edited by a team of three experts: historian, art historian and archaeologist, two of whom lead cultural tours in Greece. "Blue Guides still hold the cultural high ground" Sunday Times.

Discover the Treasures of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam A lavishly illustrated museum guide containing the most important highlights of all centuries displayed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. A perfect guide to preparing yourself to your visit and which makes sure that you'll recognize and fully...