Lonely Planet Pocket Taipei is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Be charmed by the historic district of Tamsui, hike and hot spring in Yangmingshan National Park, feast at one of the night markets such as Ningxia Night; all with your trusted travel companion.
Ilha Formosa, the 'beautiful isle', is a modern society steeped in Chinese heritage, a land of tropical islands and mountain retreats, neon-lit noodle bars and teeming night markets. Whatever you crave - a soak at a hot spring, a temple-hopping itinerary - this is the only guide that puts it all in one book. From the practical to the inspirational, let us connect you with Taiwan. • BE INSPIRED by itineraries through old Taiwan, new Taipei and the East Coast • ESCAPE to idyllic mountains, tropical islands and coastal strips with our excursion ideas • FEAST LIKE AN EMPEROR - our expert-written Food & Drink chapter is at your service • CROSS THE LANGUAGE BARRIER - with our extensive Language chapter and loads of Chinese script • GET AROUND - with the help of 78 detailed maps
Asia's multicultural wok. Best of the festivals. Skin-plucking parades, tattoos for the brave. A tale of blue mansions. Full color maps. Saris, silk, spices and Shiva. Skulls in the longhouse, tea at the plantation. How to get off the beaten track. Dream beaches for turtles. Chopstick clatter, Bollywood beats and the music of the muezzin . . .
Ankor, the ancient capital of the powerful Khmer Empire, is an important archaeological site in Asia and the spiritual and cultural heart of Cambodia. This handbook contains information on how to get there and where to stay, plus background information enabling the visitor to understand the full significance of this great historical monument.
Laos, with its Theravada Buddhist culture, pristine countryside and French influences is one of the great treasures of Southeast Asia. It is a truly unique and delightful country to visit. This guide includes highlights of Laos illustrated with colour photography, coverage of al the entry points from Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar (Burma) and China, comprehensive information on all the sights, from Luang Prabang’s exceptional religious sites to Vientiane’s French colonial heritage, extensive listings on all practical aspects of travel plus unique colour maps to help plan the trip.