Insight Guides: South America - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9812821651 ISBN 13: 9789812821652

Verlag: Insight, 2010

Inhaltsangabe

A brand new edition featuring illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside over 250 inspiring full-colour photographs that will bring South America's people and places, at the turn of a page. From the magnificent peaks of the Andes to the alluring beaches of Brazil, all attractions are included to ensure you experience the very best of this vibrant and diverse destination, whatever your interests. A special 'Best of' feature highlights the top attractions not to be missed and provides the editor's choice of exclusive and unique recommendations, including the best museums, ruins, churches, nightlife neighbourhoods, wildlife-watching spots, outdoor adventures, tips for families and much more. An in-depth 'Places' section features fifteen chapters covering the entire region, from Caracas to the Galapagos and Rio de Janeiro to Tierra del Fuego. All principal sites along the way are conveniently cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide, to enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. You will also find a comprehensive 'History' chapter looking back to lost worlds and discovered treasure, European conquest and into the 21st century. Intriguing features explore South America's music, art, architecture and more to give you an in-depth insight into the local culture. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides essential practical information, covering transport, accommodation for all budgets, nightlife, eating out, shopping, money, health, visas, language and much more, along with useful contact telephone numbers to help you book activities in advance. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before, during and after your visit.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Insight
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9812821651
• ISBN 13: 9789812821652
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Zeichner: Spick Ian
• Auflage: 5
• Anzahl der Seiten: 432
• Herausgeber: Dar Alyse
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: Nicht verfügbar