Museums category: 1997 books

Once the hub of the Mediterranean, Calabria now dangles, largely ignored, at the bottom of the Italian boot, struggling for survival, acceptance and a place in modern Italy and the world. Little-known even to Italians outside the nefarious activities of its ‘Ndrangheta mafia organization, Calabria...

Corsica, the ‘Isle of Beauty’ offers extraordinary attractions with its pleasant coastal regions and mountainous landscapes. The French island has a rich historic and cultural heritage, evidenced by its ancient fortifications, citadels and archeological remains.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:...

Provence is one of the most popular vacation areas in the south of France. The region runs from the Mediterranean to the Alps and from the Rhône River to Italy. Provence adjoins the French Riviera and is famous for its warm climate, scenery traditions, fine wines, French cuisine, and local language...

Located at the confluence of the Rhône and Saone rivers, Lyon is one of the largest cities in France and is an important French business and cultural centre.  The city has noted historical sights like the Roman City and the Notre-Dame de Fourviere Cathedral. ‘Vieux Lyon’ (Old Town)...

Lyon’s “Vieux Lyon” (Old Town) is a gourmand’s delight that is located at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers. This city of beautiful Renaissance houses is one of the most important in France and has many historical attractions to see including the Roman City and the Notre Dame de...

An alternative journey around England, visiting the sights that are definitely not on the average tourist trail. In this charming book, David Long introduces the reader to some of the oddest and most interesting sights in England, such as: * Devon's Gnome Reserve * Britain's smallest pub * A church for...

Located between the Salzach River and the Monchsberg in northern Austria, Salzburg is one of the most picturesque cities in central Europe. Set against the backdrop of the Alps, the skyline of Salzburg is dominated by its impressive Baroque architecture. Rich in history and natural beauty, this tourist-favourite...

2010 Edition. With insider recommendations and neighborhood maps that pinpoint landmarks, museums, entertainment, pubs, clubs, and hotels, this fab "Little Black Book of London" walks you through the best of the Royal Capital, with excursions outside London as well. Numbered entries in city guide text...

A complete guide for everything you need to experience a great Long Weekend on New York’s Upper West Side. Whether you want museums, restaurants or shopping, this part of New York is a unique world unto its own and deserves special attention. “We had to spend two days going through the...

Discover Bucharest, the capital of Romania, and its surroundings rich in culture, history, with an exceptional architectural heritage! Do you like to look behind stereotypes? So, welcome to Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Marked in some places by the aberrations of communism, this...

Do you like discovering beautiful regions? So, welcome to Zaragoza, the capital of Aragon, Spain, a beautiful city in a great country, offering many landscapes, a rich and varied architecture, perfect reflection of the history and the mixture of cultures that characterize this region . Discover...

Welcome to London London, one of the great cities of the world, combines the best of the old and the best of the new; Castles are still in use, they still change the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and you can still find people feeding pigeons in the afternoons at Trafalgar Square. Yet, you...

Newly revised, updated, and redesigned for 2016. True to its name, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Istanbul covers all the city's major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you. This newly updated pocket travel...

Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city and capital of the state of Victoria. The city has numerous galleries, parks, museums and theatres along with enjoyable beaches, cafes and shopping streets. Many people use the city as a base from which to explore the surrounding areas of the Great Ocean...