Indian Sub-Continent Guides


India; 7th edition

Bryn Thomas et al
Published November 1997
ISBN: 0 86442 491 4
1088pp/220 maps
A$34.95 - US$25.95 - UKú15.99 - 190,00FF





  • insider tips on Indian culture, travelling solo, speaking the language and getting the best price on that silk sari
  • includes Sacred India, a full-colour section explaining India's complex and enthralling religions
  • comprehensive health section to help you travel safely
  • accommodation, food and entertainment listings for every budget - travel in raj-style luxury or crusty-style penury
  • guide to India's spectacular wildlife, national parks and wildlife reserves
  • detailed information on transport options
    Also from Lonely Planet: Delhi, Indian Himalaya, Trekking in the Indian Himalaya, Hindi/Urdu phrasebook and Bengali phrasebook,

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    Rajasthan; 1st edition

    Michelle Coxall and Sarina Singh
    Published January 1997
    ISBN: 0 86442 470 1
    352pp & 28 maps
    A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    A new guide to the culturally rich Indian State of Rajasthan with information for all budgets

    
    
  • detailed maps including colour regional map
  • full-colour section on the people and culture of Rajasthan
  • detailed coverage of the plethora of regional arts and crafts
  • special section on palace and Haveli accommodation
  • succinct guide to the many colourful festivals
  • information on accommodation and travel in Delhi and Agra
  • coverage of national parks and wildlife reserves
  • essential tips on how to stay healthy and travel safely

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    Indian Himalaya; 1st edition

    Michelle Coxall & Paul Greenaway
    Published September 1996
    ISBN: 0 86442 413 2
    464pp/42 maps
    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    A new guide to the Indian Himalaya: Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh & Zanskar, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal Hills & Sikkim.

    
    
  • 42 detailed maps including a colour map showing regional highlights
  • Hindi and Ladakhi language sections
  • helpful explanation of religion and description of religious sites
  • detailed information on programmes available at ashrams
  • information on activities such as trekking, skiing and mountaineering
  • tips on how to stay healthy and travel safely

    Also from Lonely Planet: India, Trekking in the Indian Himalaya and Hindi/Urdu phrasebook

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    Nepal; 3rd edition

    Tony Wheeler, Richard Everist & Hugh Finlay
    Published November 1996
    ISBN: 0 86442 397 7
    464pp/51 maps
    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    
    
    
    
  • more than 50 detailed maps, including a full-colour country map
  • comprehensive accomodation guide to suit any budget
  • informative introduction to the fascinating and culturally diverse peoples of Nepal
  • valuable tips on eco-sensitive travel
  • extensive descriptions of the country's religions
  • essential advice on pre-departure preparation and planning

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    Pakistan; 5th edition

    John King, Bradley Mayhew, David St Vincent
    Published July 1998
    ISBN: 0 86442 535 X
    462 pp /16 pp colour /90 maps
    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    The essential explorer's companion, this guide reveals a country of extraordinary beauty, legendary hospitality and landscapes that range from the ancient cities of the Indus Valley to the mighty peaks and glaciers of the Hindukush and Karakoram ranges.

    
    
  • 90 maps, including 16 topographically detailed maps for trekkers
  • special section on Pakistan's ethnically diverse peoples
  • separate chapter covering seven languages
  • the lowdown on staying out of trouble and staying healthy
  • tips on shopping and bargaining, and a full-colour guide to regional handicrafts
  • critical listings of all the best places to stay

    Also available from Lonely Planet: Hindi & Urdu phrasebook; Central Asia phrasebook; Karakoram Highway; Trekking in the Karakoram and Hindukush

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    Bangladesh: a travel survival kit; 3rd edition

    Alex Newton, Betsy Wagenhauser & Jon Murray
    Published June 1996
    ISBN: 0 86442 296 2
    288pp & 33 maps
    A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF







  • concise Bengali language section
  • full travel information, including visas, health and transport
  • accommodation and restaurant options for all budgets

    Also from Lonely Planet:Bengali phrasebook

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    South India; 1st edition

    Christine Niven et al
    Published November 1998
    ISBN: 0 86442 594 5
    704 pp /40 pp colour /58 maps
    A$32.95 - US$24.95 - UKú14.99 - 180,00FF

    If you thought you knew India, think again. Discover the south's ancient temples and extraordinary daily rituals, unspoilt beaches and romantic backwaters and, of course, its legendary cuisine and hospitality.

    Covers travel in Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.

    
    
  • more than 90 detailed maps
  • the rarely visited paradises of Lakshadweep and Andaman & Nicobar Islands
  • practical advice and tips: from rock climbing to finding great antiques and silks
  • full-colour feature sections on South India's ancient performing arts
  • the best places to stay: budget beach shacks, luxury jungle lodges, royal palaces
  • easy-to-use guide to local languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Konkani

    Also available from Lonely Planet: Goa; South India video; India & Bangladesh travel atlas; Hindi & Urdu phrasebook; India; Delhi; Indian Himalaya; Karakoram Highway; Rajastan; Trekking in the Indian Himalaya; Trekking in the Karakoram & Hindukush;

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    Sri Lanka; 6th edition

    Christine Niven
    Published November 1996
    ISBN: 0 86442 476 0
    224pp\22 maps
    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - C$21.95 - 110,00FF

    A new edition, which gives comprehensive coverage of the areas which are safe for travel in this still beautiful and popular tourist destination

    
    
  • accommodation information for all budgets
  • information on national parks and the abundant wildlife and marine life
  • illuminating descriptions of ancient sites
  • up-to-date details of the current political and economic situation

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    Goa; 1st edition

    Douglas Streatfeild-James & Bryn Thomas
    Published February '98
    ISBN: 0 86442 488 4
    256pp/17 maps
    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú9.99 - 110,00FF
    
    

    Beautiful beaches, crumbling colonial-era buildings, fine food, all-night raves, lush landscapes, exotic markets. You'll find the details on all these and more in this brand-new, indispensable guide to Goa - a must-read, whether you're a long-haul backpacker or simply seeking short-term refuge from the 9 to 5 grind.

    
    
    
    
  • 17 detailed maps plus a full-colour map with at-a-glance regional highlights
  • more than 250 places to stay, from beachside bamboo huts to luxurious five-star hideaways
  • where to sample the potent local feni and the fabulous seafood
  • the lowdown on the party scene: how to get into it, how to get away from it
  • feature sections on the environment, wildlife and the region's amazing birdlife
  • firsthand tips on the best markets and shopping
  • practical advice on staying healthy and and travelling safely

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    Maldives; 3rd edition

    James Lyon, Mark Balla & Robert Willox
    Published July 1997
    ISBN: 0 86442 497 3
    160pp/18 maps
    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - 110,00FF

    
    
    
    
  • extensive coverage of resorts, including those that are less developed
  • comprehensive information on watersports and the marine environment
  • extended coverage of the unique island culture
  • helpful language guide

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