Lonely Planet China, 9th edition 2005

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Lonely Planet China
By Damian Harper, Steve Fallon, Katja Gaskell, Julie Grundvig, Carolyn Heller, Thomas Huhti, Bradley Mayhew, Christopher Pitts,


Publisher:  Lonely Planet Publications
Number Of Pages:  980
Publication Date:  2005-05-30
Sales Rank:  4653
ISBN / ASIN:  1740596870
EAN:  9781740596879
Binding:  Paperback
Manufacturer:  Lonely Planet Publications
Studio:  Lonely Planet Publications
Average Rating:  3.5
Total Reviews:  75



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Amazon.com:

From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there, chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's \"been there\" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

Just as the authors describe China as \"massive and endlessly fascinating,\" so is the material they have collected in this guide--an important travelers' opus. The 200-plus maps feature keys in English and Chinese script and there are essential details on transport options, a 12-page Chinese arts section, and a useful feature on the Chinese language. --Kathryn True



Book Description:

Welcome to China: vast, ambitious, proud, and transforming like never before. Speed down alleyways on your Beijing bicycle, slurp steaming noodles in the shadow of a Shanghai skyscraper and wake up spellbound to the desertscapes of Xinjiang. Whether you seek the Terracotta Warriors of ancient Xi'an or a few moments with the pandas of Chengdu, this bestselling guidebook will take you through the heart of China.

• BE INSPIRED by the wonders of the Middle Kingdom - the best coverage available, from the Great Wall to the high passes of Tibet

• TALK THE TALK and find what you want with handy Chinese script throughout

• UNWIND your qi in the most chic hostels, guest-houses and hotels

• CONNECT with the real China - scintillating History and Culture chapters

• FIND IT YOURSELF - 230 easy-to-use maps

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