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Designed particularly for those who like country pubs, this book
contains Cotswold cycle rides that are between ten and 16 miles
long. They are mainly on quiet country roads, though some cross
classified roads. The book also features tips and advice.
Make your trip to South Africa extraordinary
Elephant encounters on a safari. Wine tasting in the Winelands. Hiking
Table Mountain. South Africa offers enough bucket-list experiences to
fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel
guide is the perfect companion.
Our updated guide brings South Africa to life, transporting you there
like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted
travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights,
photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn
illustrations, which take you inside the country’s buildings and
neighbourhoods.
You'll discover:
- our pick of South Africa’s must-sees and top experiences
- a unique guide to the terrain, habitats, flora and fauna of South
Africa
- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the
heart of South Africa
- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy
- easy-to-follow itineraries
- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
- colour-coded chapters to each part of South Africa
- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go
Want the best of South Africa in your pocket? Try Top 10 Cape Town and
the Winelands.
Guidebook to one of Spain's most unspoilt regions, comprising the
provinces of Caceres and Badajoz. 32 varied walks of between 6 and
20 km explore the sierras of the region and are suitable for any
reasonably fit walker. The book covers The Northern Sierras/System
Central (including the Sierra de Gata, Sierra de Bejar, Sierra de
Gredos), The Central Sierras/Montes de Toledos, and the Southern
Sierras (including the Sierra Morena). There are detailed route
descriptions for each walk, along with clear sketch maps, and
information on terrain, refreshments, access and parking. There are
also notes on natural and historical information and what to look
out for along the way. Walks can be done from a number of bases in
the area including San Martin de Trevejo, Gata, Hervas, Jerte,
Jarandilla de la Vera, Montanchez, Guadalupe, Almoharin, Merida,
Alange, Hornachos and Monesterio. Lying west of Madrid and east of
the Portuguese border, Extremadura is an unspoiled gem perfect for
walkers, lovers of nature and seekers of peace. The region brings
together rugged mountains, rolling hills, deep river valleys, huge
forests and thousands of kilometres of paths, perfect for walking.
Apart from its natural wonders and superb birdlife, Extremadura
boasts a variety of heritage sites including castles, cave
paintings and monasteries.
One hundred and fifty years ago a young Maltese from the city of
Senglea, Andrea De Bono, went to live in darkest Africa. He spent
almost twenty years of his life in those harsh equatorial regions,
traveling and exploring, bartering for ivory with friendly natives
and fighting hostile tribesmen. De Bono had a private army, a river
flotilla and a string of trading posts. Strong and brave,
acclimatized and experienced, he had ample time to become the first
European to discover the sources of the White Nile, which had been
an enigma in Europe for more than two thousand years. However,
Andrea De Bono allowed this golden opportunity to cover himself and
his small island home with glory to slip right through his fingers;
at one time he was just a few miles away from one of the great
sources of the mighty African river. This is the story of an
ordinary man who pushed himself to the limit. Facing family losses,
political intrigues and petty jealousies, he was falsely accused of
slave trafficking. And here he showed true grit. This and his
readiness to help his fellow explorers, Speke and Grant, reveal a
nobler nature than the terms 'trader' and 'frontiersman' imply.
Excellently researched, well illustrated and colourfully told, this
insightful biography throws light on an unusual corner of history
and human endeavour.
HIT THE ROAD explores the top must-see travel stops for visitors
intent on discovering all this extraordinary country has to offer,
from wine estates, heritage sites, museums and art galleries to
wildlife destinations such as private game reserves and national
parks. Highlighted here are the Big 5, 6 or 7 attractions, as well
as the endless variety of smaller but popular drawcards en route -
all carefully mapped along 17 main travel routes with suggested
time frames, and a comprehensive directory of contact information
for easy and convenient travel. This book is a showcase of the very
best to be seen and enjoyed in South Africa.
Visitor map of The Western Isles, from the Butt of Lewis to Bara
Head on one sheet. A new map based on OS data with loads of
additional information. 1:140,000. In the Discover series from
Footprint maps.
(Edition revised in 2020) MICHELIN Portugal North Regional Map
scale 1/300,000 will provide you with an extensive coverage of
primary, secondary and scenic routes for this region. In addition
to Michelin's clear and accurate mapping, this regional map
includes all the practical information for a trouble free journey,
including major town plans as well as tourism information.
Picturesque routes are bordered by a green border. With MICHELIN
Regional Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN REGIONAL MAPS
include practical information for a trouble free journey and show
primary & secondary road networks. * Administrative boundaries
* Scenic routes and tourist sights * Place name index * Time and
distance charts * Plans for a selection of major towns * Practical
information: danger alerts, service stations, picnic areas
The world’s favourite pocket travel guides
Make the most of your trip to Istanbul with this Top 10 guide. Planning
is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that
Istanbul has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of
all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the
perfect companion while out and about.
Inside this guide to Istanbul, you’ll find:
- Top 10 lists of Istanbul's must-sees and must-dos, including visiting
the Blue Mosque, shopping in the Grand Bazaar and taking a boat trip up
the Bosphorus
- Istanbul’s most interesting areas, with the best places for
sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping
- Themed lists, including the best Byzantine monuments, museums and
galleries, local dishes and much more
- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week
- A laminated pull-out map of Istanbul, plus six full-colour area maps
DK’s Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most
of their breaks since 2002.
Looking for more on Istanbul’s culture, history and attractions? Try
our DK Istanbul travel guide.
A Survey of Megaliths and Mark Stones - Past and Present: This
guide to old stones in the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean is designed
for the curious, the megalith hunter, walker and antiquary alike.
It shows the stones' locations, history, folklore and legend.
Stop Line Green (SLG) was a continuous linear defensive position
some 100 mile long running in rough semi circle east of Bristol
from Highbridge on the Bristol Channel in the south to Upper
Framilode on the River Severn in the north. This book gives a guide
to the walk of SLG
A guidebook to 44 circular walks in the south and west of the
Yorkshire Dales National Park, with bases including Sedbergh,
Malham, Grassington, Skipton, Settle and Kirkby Lonsdale. The walks
cover the valleys of Wharfedale, Littondale, Malhamdale,
Ribblesdale and Dentdale - each with its own distinctive landscape
and character. Also included is the Yorkshire Three Peaks, a 23
mile (37km) challenge to bag three summits - Pen-y-ghent, Whernside
and Ingleborough. The walks range between 3.5 and 13 miles in
length and showcase Yorkshire's diverse landscapes, beautiful views
and rich heritage. With the exception of the Three Peaks walk, they
are designed to suit most abilities: steeper sections are rare and
usually short-lived. Detailed route description and 1:50,000 OS
mapping are provided for each route, along with information on
nearby points of interest and facilities. Highlights include
delightful riverside walking in Wharfedale, spectacular views of
the distant Howgills and Lake District Fells, and the arresting
limestone cliffs of Malham Cove providing a wonderful introduction
to this magnificent area.
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