China Books and Travel Guides


China
With vital information on the practicalities of travel in China, this handbook features special sections on Chinese opera, calligraphy, and painting, and opportunities for seeing wildlife. 74 illustrations. 12 maps.
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China By Rail
Well laid out with Rail Maps showing different sections of the country and then the chapters following give the "travel guide" for that section. The usual "where to go, what to do and see" stuff.
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China for Women : Travel and Culture
Essays, personal accounts and fiction by women born and living in China, emigrants, and inveterate travelers, give readers the inside information not available in standard guide books, painting a rich portrait of women in modern-day China. 39 photos.
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China Guide : Be a Traveler - Not a Tourist
For more than 20 years, "China Guide" has been the #1 choice for China-bound travelers who want total coverage and quality reviews of where to stay and eat, what to see, and how to experience China in all its vibrancy and excitement. 15 maps.
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Frommer's China
Here is the very best of China: the Great Wall; fabled cities, both ancient and modern; sea and river cruises; the Silk Road; and much, much more. Each chapter describes the experience and site, with fascinating cultural information, and includes travel directions, tour information, and where to stay and dine.
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Lonely Planet China
Presenting thorough coverage of accommodations, restaurants, and transportation, this guide makes China accessible to travelers on any budget. in color. 130 maps.
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Passport's Illustrated Travel Guide to China
This new guide lets visitors to China discover one highlight at a time, by focusing on "must-see" sights and on the cultural and historical information that puts China in perspective. Offering information in a convenient A-Z format, the book contains short, illustrated essays which explore major themes of Chinese culture and help visitors enjoy Chinese cuisine and shopping. Color photos & maps.
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Beijing
The capital of China for most of the past seven centuries, Beijing lies at the heart of a nation of more than a billion people. This guide to Beijing provides up-to-date information on the many new shops and restaurants, together with essential practical information for the individual visitor. An overview of the city's history provides a key to understanding some of the complexities of this impressive capital. 39 illustrations, 8 maps.
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Fodor's Pocket Beijing
Compact and highly selective, this guide to China's vibrant capital is designed especially for travelers who don't have a lot of time. It explores the best of the Imperial wonders, including the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, the Imperial Palace Museum, and other interesting sites. Visitors will find where to stay, the best to eat, and how to get the most out of their visit for their time and budget limitations.
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Lonely Planet Beijing City Guide
This guide offers the essentials on places to stay and eat for both business and independent travelers, plus an easy reference to excursions and shopping and a helpful Mandarin language section. in color. 23 maps.
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