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India's diversity is apparent in its architecture, landscapes, festivals and handicrafts. And spirituality — the beating heart of India — pulsates from the mountains of Ladakh to the shores of tropical Kerala. Inside This Book: — 17 authors, 83 weeks of research, 132 ancient temples, 196 maps; — 3D plans of iconic sights; — Comprehensive planning tools; — In-depth background; — Delhi pull-out map. Our promise... You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

The Istanbul Encounter guide gives you twice the city in half the time. From rich kilims, dazzling jewellery and marketplace banter in the Grand Bazaar to dining like a sultan on meze selections or fabulously fresh fish, this Encounter will get you there! This pared-down number is ideal for quick trips — it's less accommodation, more neighbourhood highlights and the best of local knowledge. Full-colour pull-out map and detailed neighbourhood maps for easy navigation. Our Turkophile author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops, architectural treasures and ferry trips. Unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a short break. Local experts reveal İstanbul’s secrets: from crime author Barbara Nadel’s favourite neighbourhood to a Grand Bazaar jeweller’s shopping recommendations.

Lonely Planets Not For Parents: London is not a guidebook. And it is definitely 'not-for-parents'. It is the real, inside story about one of the world’s most famous cities — London. In this book you’ll hear fascinating tales about famous and infamous people, creepy underground places, dark history and strange characters galore. Check out cool stories about graffiti artists, murdered princes and people from all over. You’ll find royalty, punks and sleuths, and some amazingly weird food. Heard about the abseilers who wash a clockface for a living? Would you want to eat jellied eels? How could anyone be lucky to be beheaded? Whatever does 'this is my trouble and strife' mean? This book shows you a London your parents probably don’t even know about.

Not for Parents: New York is not a guidebook. And it’s definitely 'not-for-parents'. It is the real inside story about one of the world’s most famous cities — New York. In this book you’ll hear fascinating tales about towering skyscrapers and deep subways, a naked cowboy, and the Yankees loudest fans.Check out cool stories about hot dogs and snapping alligators, bulls in the stock exchange and sports on the street. You’ll find superheroes, famous battles, cops, cooks, and millions of rats. Which lady moved to New York from Paris in 350 pieces? Did Martians really invade New York in 1938? Which skyscraper was meant to double as an airship dock? Would you like to spend a night inside an elephant? This book shows you a New York your parents probably don’t even know about.

Featuring an extended front color section focusing on key Parisian themes of art, architecture, food, and fashion and easy-to-use neighborhood maps, this eighth edition takes travelers to the heart of this beloved city.

The seductive call of the north is one of wild landscapes, crisp air and cutting-edge city style coloured by the epic changes of the Scandinavian seasons. — 8 expert authors, 77 maps, 104 national parks, 39 unusual dishes to try; — Clear, easy-to-use maps; — Comprehensive planning tools; — At-a-glance practical info. Our promise: You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

South India is the steamy heartland of the subcontinent, a mind-shaking mix of state-of-the-art and timeless tradition where everyday life is intimately intertwined with the sacred. — 85 maps, 228 days of on-the-road research, 1476 detailed reviews, 5151km of stunning coastline; — Clear, easy-to-use maps; — Comprehensive planning tools; — In-depth background. Our promise: You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

Passionate, sophisticated and devoted to living the good life, Spain is at once a stereotype come to life and a country more diverse than you ever imagined. Inside this book: — Full colour guide; — 8 authors; — 130 tapas bars reviewed; — 3D plans of iconic sights; — 280 days of research; — 560 orders of café solo. Our promise... You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

Life in Tokyo moves at a rapid rate, with an energy that borders on mania and an obsession with newness. The Tokyo Encounter travel guide contains details coverage on strutting your stuff down the concrete catwalks of Harajuku, wandering through the vast food halls tucked below opulent department stores and donning colourful robes and soaking in steamy mineral baths at one of the city's osens.

The Vienna Encounter guide gives you twice the city in half the time.This pared-down number is ideal for quick trips — it's less accommodation, more neighbourhood highlights and the best of local knowledge. Our first Vienna Encounter is all about options. Be it immersing yourself in the sumptuous excesses of the baroque Schloss Schönbrunn, sampling the latest wines from the owner’s vineyard at a rustic Heuriger or feeling the sway of the blue Danube as you cruise downriver. This little book will show you the way!

Delivering special chapters on road trips, Native Americans, extensive Grand Canyon coverage, and side trips to ghost towns and Old West sites, this is the definitive guide to Arizona.

New chapters on Canada`s emerging wine regions and aboriginal cultures. In-depth sections on Canada`s culinary scene, wildlife, and outdoor activities. Beautiful photographs highlight Canada`s top experiences and showcase the National Parks in full color.Revamped structure makes the guide more accessible and usable — and is in two-color!

Spectacular vistas, countless powdery ski runs, extreme terrain parks, steaming hot springs and Old West echoes. Colorado is mysterious, adventurous and all natural. You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

New format guide with two colour text and improved maps throughout. Essential planning section with colour itineraries, highlights and background reading on local culture, history, and food and drink. More maps than the competition guides, and the new maps focus on main visitor interests thus providing the best on-the-ground coverage.

Norway is a once-in-a-lifetime destination and the essence of its appeal is remarkably simple: this is one of the most beautiful countries on earth. You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

New look country guide with clearer zoomed in focused maps; New practical and inspirational special planning features & tools that help new and return visitors alike create their dream vacation, including Diving and Traveling with Children. Incisive, focused essays on The Bahamas` history, life, culture and landscapes.

Golden sun-kissed beaches, dreamy seascapes, ancient ruins and awe-inspiring art Mediterranean Europe is a visual and sensual feast. Visit once, and you ll be hooked for life.

Morocco exudes Maghrebi mystique, with medina lands leading to souqs and riads, camels disappearing into the Sahara and Berber villages perched in the High Atlas. Grab a mint tea and enjoy the show.

From an in-depth Texas barbecue chapter to the inside scoop on the Austin music scene, this guide gets travelers deep in the heart of Texas.

Covers Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. Revamped structure makes the guide more accessible and usable — and is in two-color! Dedicated feature on the Appalachian Trail; Beautiful photographs highlight New Englands top experiences and showcase the National Parks in full colour.

Includes the Tibetan Autonomous Region (TAR) and western Sichuan (including Chengdu) as well as Kathmandu. Expanded Trekking chapter by cultural historian and explorer John Vincent Bellezza covers Tibet`s top treks. In-depth cultural features such as Buddhism in Tibet and Tibetan Art. Market-leading guide includes both Tibetan and Chinese script.

New look guide incl. a dedicated chapter on the small British Virgin `Out Islands` and dedicated itineraries on travelling between the islands, incl. ferry route maps with travel times. Dedicated planning chapters on diving and snorkeling, chartering a boat, and travelling with children. Expanded coverage on beaches and outdoor activities.

The only Caribbean Island's guide to incl. Haiti; one of the few to cover Cuba and Bahamas. Inspiring photo essays featuring the music, history, cuisine, wildlife and breathtaking natural beauty of this burgeoning destination. Advice-filled features on Planning your Caribbean Wedding, Diving & Snorkelling, Travelling with Children and more.

The only guide that specifically covers West Malaysia's biggest attractions; expanded focus on Kuala Lumpur; increased coverage of food, nightlife and shopping.