Owen Morton

Insight Guides The Silk Road: Travel Guide with eBook - Insight Guides Main Series Owen Morton 4 Revised edition

This Silk Road guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels.

In this Silk Road travel guidebook, you will find:

- In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location. - When to go to the Silk Road - guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals. - Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping. - Insider recommendation - top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots. - Engaging essays - thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding. - High-quality maps - detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text. - Striking pictures - inspirational photography on every page. - Colour-coded chapters - each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation. - Free download of eBook - after purchasing the printed guidebook, you'll also have access to a free download of the eBook. - Coverage includes: China (Shaanxi, Ginsu, Xinjiang), Central Asia (Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan. Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan), Western Asia (Iran, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Turkey)