The Grand Canyon is an overwhelming place, vast in size, depth, beauty, and appreciative hordes. Alex Wells is passionate about the Canyon, and along with a wealth of useful information, he imparts his ardor for the 277-mile park, from the smallest ant lion to the impressive half ton elk. He details the best drives, views, and bike rides, where to watch for wildlife and whom to contact for raft trips, the best places to lodge, dine, picnic, and camp, how to get there, when to go, and what's available for visitors with disabilities, pets, or children.

Slim, stylish and pocketable, Rough Guide DIRECTIONS Amsterdam is full of ideas for long-weekends or flying visits to one of Europe''s most popular city break destinations. Now full-colour throughout, this guide highlights all the must-see attractions in 28 themed spreads. From the Van Gogh Museum and the Royal Palace to the city’s famous canals and infamous Red Light District, you’ll never be short of things to see or do. The practical "Places" section will help you to explore the city district by district, with every sight, restaurant, bar and coffee shop located on easy-to-use maps. The comprehensive accommodation and language sections provide all the practical information you’ll need to get the most out of the city.

A landmark in the history of the British Museum and one of Norman Foster ’s most significant projects to date, the Great Court has reclaimed and reinvigorated one of London ’s most important public spaces, transforming the Museum. Published to coincide with a major retrospective of Foster ’s work held at the British Museum, this book brings together essays, design drawings, and photographs to provide an unprecedented account of the development and completion of Foster ’s project.

Gran publicación del Instituto de Fomento de Assesoría Municial en la década de los 80's que poco a poco se ha convertido en una pieza indiscutible de coleccion debido a su retirada del comercio. Mapas sencillos y muy bien logrados que ilustran la Costa Rica Municipal de esos años, Historia general sobre cada cantón del país, detalles geológicos y más

Great publicationof the Instituto de Fomento y Asesoría Municpal (IFAM Cost Rica) in the 80's whitch with passing the time has been considered a important historic geographical document because today is not found in market. Simple Maps but very well explained that show Municipal Country in those years, General history about each Canton (State or Department, or regional division) geological details and more.

В путеводителе `Афиши` собрана самая необходимая для путешественника информация о городе, начиная с вопросов, связанных с организацией поездки, и заканчивая подробным описанием районов, интересных для туриста, и сведениями обо всех развлечениях Стамбула: клубах, музеях, ресторанах, барах, кафе. Помимо самого путеводителя прилагается небольшой русско-турецкий разговорник и карта метро Стамбула.

Unravel the history behind of one of the most fascinating ancient civilisations with this engaging, entertaining and educational guide to the ancient Egyptians. With a complete rundown of ancient Egyptian history and culture alongside insights in to the everyday lives of the Egyptians, you’ll discover how they kept themselves entertained, the gory details of mummification, the amazing creation of the pyramids, the deciphering of hieroglyphs and much more.

For the Russian people Lake Baikal is a natural treasure. Located in Siberia near the Mongolian border, and surrounded by mountains, forests and wild rivers, Baikal is an immense and breathtaking area of physical beauty. Baikal holds twenty percent of the earth's fresh water and harbors more endemic species of plants and animals than any other lake in the world. Baikal is not just a lake, but something greater and deeper. It is bottomless and majestic, but not an ocean or sea in which man loses all his visible bearings.
Среди заснеженных хребтов на самой окраине Северной Азии лежит это огромное пресноводное озеро. Древнее. Чистое. Красивое. Самое глубокое на Земле. На диске собрано огромное количество материала - полная библиография работ о Байкале - 4400 страниц текста! Фотоальбом «Природа Байкала» - 340 фотографий размером 1200 х 800. 140 карт и схем Байкала.

Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. And avoid tourist traps. At Frommer’s, we use 150 outspoken travel experts around the world to help you make the right choices. Frommer’s. Your guide to a world of travel experience.

In "The Natural West," Dan Flores asserts that western environmental history cannot be explained by examining place, culture, or policy alone but should be understood within the context of a universal human nature. In this thought-provoking collection of essays, Flores intersperses scientific theory, literature, and personal reflection to explain many of our attitudes toward the environment. Topics range from animals and exploration to the environmental histories of particular western bioregions and, finally, to western restoration as the great environmental theme of the twenty-first century.

Are you looking for a day at the beach or a night on the town? Do you want to sail the Intracoastal Waterway by day or to cruise South Beach by night? How about a little bit of each? It's all here, from the neon excitement of Miami to the laid-back style of the Keys, from spas to sports, from romantic getaways to family fun. Miami & the Florida Keys Alive! is certain to entice first-time and long-time visitors alike. You'll find comprehensive information in every chapter, whether you are looking for the finest international cuisine, world-class shopping, challenging dive excursions or just some fun in the sun. You'll also find a vacation for every budget; a price scale is included for hotels and restaurants, and fees are listed for most attractions. Maps and index.