Egypt (en anglais) - Couverture souple

Fletcher, Joann; Humphreys, Andrew; Jenkins, Siona

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1740594630 ISBN 13 : 9781740594639

Editeur : Lonely Planet, 2004

Synopsis

Provides travellers on any budget with the information needed to get around in Egypt. This guide covers history, culture, flora and fauna, accommodation, health and safety, language, and local cuisine.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Music and sheesha smoke wafting from the open doorway of a Cairo coffeehouse, the rippling dune and blinding white sand of the Western Desert, and the awe-inspiring temples of Abu Simbel and Karnak-ou bestselling guide to the ancient land of the Pharaoh covers every corner of this inspiring country. Take a cruise with our dedicated Nile Cruises chapter - we'll gave you the low-down on everything that floats, from local feluccas to luxurious cruise ships. Get around with our 128 detailed maps - including customised itineraries and a walking tour map to help you discover the medieval alleyways of Islamic Cairo Get the background on everything from pyramids to papyrus with our special sections on Pharaonic Egypt and the Egyptian Museum. Discover the outdoors with our comprehensive coverage of Red Sea diving and desert safaris - we know every shipwreck and oasis! Talk the talk with the help of our Egyptian Arabic language chapter.

Quatrième de couverture

Whether you want to cruise down the Nile, explore ancient sites or soak up the sun in Sinai, this guide is the perfect companion for exploring Egypt a land that has tempted travellers for centuries.

• 104 detailed maps, including a full-colour country map

• special section on Pharaonic Egypt, including a who's who of gods & goddesses and user's guide to reading hieroglyphs

• the lowdown on camel trekking in Sinai, desert safaris and felucca trips

• up-to-date advice on where to stay and eat on any budget

• hot tips on where to dive and snorkel in the Red Sea

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Lonely Planet
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1740594630
• ISBN 13: 9781740594639
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 528
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible