The Rough Guide To Beijing

Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780241314944

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The Rough Guide to Beijing by Rough Guides Pdf

This in-depth coverage of Beijing's local attractions, sights, and restaurants takes you to the most rewarding spots - from the Temple of Heaven to the Forbidden City to the Ming tombs - and stunning color photography brings the land to life on the pages. With a beautiful new cover, amazing tips and information, and key facts, The Rough Guide to Beijing is the perfect travel companion. The locally based Rough Guides author team introduces the best places to stop and explore, and provides reliable insider tips on topics such as driving the roads, taking walking tours, or visiting local cathedrals. You'll find special coverage of history, art, architecture, and literature, and detailed information on the best markets and shopping for each area in this fascinating city. The Rough Guide to Beijing also unearths the best restaurants, nightlife, and places to stay, from backpacker hostels to boutique hotels, and color-coded maps feature every sight and listing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Beijing.

Author : Martin Zatko
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-02
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780241010327

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The Rough Guide to Beijing by Martin Zatko Pdf

The new-look Rough Guide to Beijing - now in full colour throughout - is the ultimate travel guide to this endlessly absorbing city. Discover the highlights of China's remarkable capital with stunning photography, colour-coded maps, and insightful descriptions of the city's sights - everything from the Forbidden City and Summer Palace to hidden hutong alleys and the Great Wall. However long you're staying, and whatever your budget, the Rough Guide to Beijing has you covered. Comprehensive sections point the way to the very best places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and unwind - charming courtyard hotels, bustling night markets, edgy bars and glitzy malls are all part of the mix. In addition, expert new sections on film, contemporary art and live music will enable you to take the pulse of modern Beijing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Beijing. Now available in ePub format.

Author : Simon Lewis
Publisher : Rough Guides
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1843532425

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The Rough Guide to Beijing by Simon Lewis Pdf

This guide to historic city of Beijing brings its highlights to life from the latest hip nightspots to the Forbidden City. There are accounts of all the city's attractions and reliable, practical information on how to get around, where to stay and where to find the best restaurants and bars. The guide also includes detailed accounts of excursions outside the city to historic towns and hikes along the Great Wall. Each district is covered by a thoroughly researched and fully indexed map.

Author : David Leffman,Simon Lewis,Martin Zatko
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 1213 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2013-11-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781409351795

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The Rough Guide to China by David Leffman,Simon Lewis,Martin Zatko Pdf

The Rough Guide to China covers of all of mainland China and Tibet, as well as the lesser known administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau. The Rough Guide provides all the information you need, whether you want to explore the sophisticated nightlife of Beijing and Shanghai, chill out in the mellow travellers' havens of Dali and Yangshuo, or roam the streets of wonderfully historical towns such as Lijiang. Up-to-date descriptions provide you with the low-down on famous sights such as Beijing's Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army outside Xi'an, limestone peaks around Guilin and the cruise through the mighty Three Gorges along the Yangzi. There's also full practical information on where to drink, sleep, party and eat - from streetside snack stalls to luxurious Beijing Duck restaurants. Detailed maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of China, whilst the guide's stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make this your ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your time on earthTM with The Rough Guide to China. Originally published in print in 2011. Now available in ePub format.

Author : Norbert Paxton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-21
Category : TRAVEL
ISBN : 0241011124

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Rough Guide to Beijing by Norbert Paxton Pdf

Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 1282 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780241314920

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The Rough Guide to China by Rough Guides Pdf

This in-depth coverage of China's local attractions, sights, and restaurants takes you to the most rewarding spots - from the Great Wall to the Forbidden City to the Summer Palace - and stunning color photography brings the land to life on the pages. With a beautiful new cover, amazing tips and information, and key facts, The Rough Guide to China is the perfect travel companion. The locally based Rough Guides author team introduces the best places to stop and explore, and provides reliable insider tips on topics such as driving the roads, taking walking tours, or visiting local cathedrals. You'll find special coverage of history, art, architecture, and literature, and detailed information on the best markets and shopping for each area in this fascinating country. The Rough Guide to China also unearths the best restaurants, nightlife, and places to stay, from backpacker hostels to beachfront villas and boutique hotels, and color-coded maps feature every sight and listing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to China.

Author : Simon Lewis
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781405388962

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The Rough Guide to Beijing by Simon Lewis Pdf

The Rough Guide to Beijing is the ultimate insider's guide to China's fascinating capital. With the extravagant 2008 Olympics having served as its coming out party, the city has matured; as well as fantastic historic sites that testify to its thousands of years at the heart of the Chinese empire, the city now offers world beating hotels, super-fashionable restaurants and the coolest clubs. All the major and off beat sights are covered, from the avant garde architectural projects such as the new CCTV Tower, to hip bar district Nanluogu Xiang, and the achingly cool arts districts of 798 and Caochangdi. Brushing aside the hype, the guide also reveals the best places to try every kind of cuisine, including, of course, Beijing duck, and the best places to stay, from charming youth hostels tucked down alleyways and courtyard boutique hotels to the most luxurious business behemoths. When the pace of the city gets too frenetic, there's all you need to know for great daytrips, from the magnificent temples of Chengde to the grandest and most secluded stretches of the Great Wall.Easy to read maps are provided throughout the guide, plus there's a handy colour subway map, and the pinyin and Chinese characters are given for all destinations.

Author : Andrew Commins,David Leffman,Joanna James,Simon Lewis,Mark South,Martin Zatko
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : China
ISBN : 140934181X

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The Rough Guide to China by Andrew Commins,David Leffman,Joanna James,Simon Lewis,Mark South,Martin Zatko Pdf

The Rough Guide to China is the definitive guide to this fascinating nation, with precise maps and detailed coverage of all the country's best attractions. This book will help you delve into China's greatest treasures, whether you're climbing mountains in Tibet, exploring ancient temples in Xi'an or clubbing in Shanghai. Find detailed practical advice on the best things to see and do, with up-to-date descriptions of the top hotels, restaurants and shops for all budgets. The Rough Guide to China also includes in-depth background on China's history and culture, and a language section to help you get in touch with the people. China is one of the world's oldest civilizations, and its newest great power; this book will help you understand and explore this extraordinary destination.Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to China.

Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781409349525

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The Rough Guide to Southwest China by Rough Guides Pdf

Full-colour throughout, The Rough Guide to Southwest China is the ultimate travel guide to one of the world's most compelling regions. With 30 years experience and our trademark 'tell it like it is' writing style, Rough Guides cover all the basics with practical, on-the-ground details, as well as unmissable alternatives to the usual must-see sights. At the top of your to-pack list, and guaranteed to get you value for money, each guide also reviews the best accommodation and restaurants in all price brackets - we know there are times for saving, and times for splashing out. In The Rough Guide to Southwest China: - Over 50 colour-coded maps featuring every listing - Area-by-area chapter highlights - Chinese characters/pinyin in the text to help with pronunciation - Top 5 boxes - Things not to miss section Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Southwest China. Originally published in print in 2012. Now available in ePub format.

Author : Simon Lewis
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2011-03-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781405382533

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The Rough Guide to Shanghai by Simon Lewis Pdf

The Rough Guide to Shanghai is the ultimate insider's guide to China's brash new megacity. With the extravagant 2010 World Expo serving as its coming out party, Shanghai is muscling forward to take its place alongside such financial powerhouses as Tokyo and London. But it's no longer just about China's rising business clout; in everything from fashion and art to cutting edge architecture, Shanghai is making waves. All the major and off beat sights of this notoriously fast changing city are covered, from the gleaming new World Financial Centre - China's highest viewing point, to avant-garde arts centre Moganshan Lu, and hip new restoration district Taikang Lu. Cutting through the hype, The Rough Guide to Shanghai reveals the best places to shop, from mall to backstreet tailor; to sleep, whether you want a youth hostel, achingly trendy boutique hotel or luxury pad; and to eat, from the destination restaurants on the Bund to the best street dumplings. When the pace of the city gets too frenetic, there's all you need to know for great day-trips to tranquil canal towns such as Tongli or pretty Suzhou. Easy to read maps are provided throughout the guide, plus there's a handy colour subway map, and the pinyin and Chinese characters are given for all destinations.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : China
ISBN : 0241010365

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The Rough Guide to China by Anonim Pdf

Author : David Leffman,Jeremy Atiyah,Simon Lewis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1204 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1858285038

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China by David Leffman,Jeremy Atiyah,Simon Lewis Pdf

Comprehensive sections on history and culture supplement this book's coverage of the country's most interesting and popular sights and attractions. With detailed information on restaurants and hotels, this guide takes readers beyond the usual tourist destinations to discover China's best-kept secrets. 147 maps. of color photos.

Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-06
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780241318904

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The Rough Guide to Shanghai (Travel Guide eBook) by Rough Guides Pdf

The ultimate insider's guide, covering everything from the huge new art galleries of the West Bund to the chic eating places of the renovated Cool Docks. Shanghai is the twenty-first-century city par excellence - the financial centre of the world's new superpower. Expanding wildly in all directions, it's a vibrant place, making waves in everything from contemporary art to cutting-edge architecture. Cutting through the hype, The Rough Guide to Shanghai reveals the best places to shop, from fake markets to backstreet tailors; to sleep, whether you want a quirky hostel, Art Deco cool or a luxury sky scraping suite; and to eat, from destination restaurants to humble dumpling stalls. Day-trips include quaint canal towns, the new Chinese Disneyland and lovely Nanxiang, made newly accessible by the expanding metro network. An updated metro map shows all the new stops, while every hotel, restaurant, bar, club and shop is marked on our easy-to-read, full-colour city maps.

Author : David Leffman,Simon Lewis,Jeremy Atiyah
Publisher : Rough Guides
Page : 1346 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : China
ISBN : 1843530198

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China by David Leffman,Simon Lewis,Jeremy Atiyah Pdf

Comprehensive sections on history and culture supplement this book's coverage of the country's most interesting and popular sights and attractions. With detailed information on restaurants and hotels, this guide takes readers beyond the usual tourist destinations to discover China's best-kept secrets. 147 maps. of color photos.

Author : Lexus (Firm)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : PSU:000032468496

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Mandarin Chinese by Lexus (Firm) Pdf

To meet the expanding demand for Asian language guides the acclaimed Rough Guide series now adds Mandarin Chinese to its line of phrasebooks. The Rough Guide phrasebooks provide quick key word referencing, cultural information, and dos and don'ts, along with the mechanics of making phone calls, using cash machines, and much more.