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?Go to Tibet and see many places, as much as you can; then tell the world.? HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA Tibet is simply one of the most remarkable places in Asia. It offers fabulous monasteries, breathtaking high-altitude treks, stunning views of the world?s highest mountains and one of the most likeable peoples you will ever meet. Inside this...

Join the thunderous applause for the sublime ballet dancers in the Bolshoi Theatre Perfect your banya etiquette before joining in this steamy Russian ritual Surround yourself with majestic rugged scenery as you drive across the world's deepest lake Feel St Petersburg's contemporary pulse by clubbing in converted stables and Soviet factories...

This guide covers Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. The only comprehensive, yet portable, guide to the region, making logical multi-country trips possible. Features new colour section on architecture, culture and traditions, and horse trekking...

Whether traversing the Nile or exploring Cairo's labyrinthine alley-ways, delve beneath the surface and discover the intriguing language and culture of Egypt. Confidently converse in Egyptian Arabic and ensure you don't miss out on the friendliness and humor for which Egyptians are famous. Enhance your travels throug this enticing country! Our...

Above all, Mexico is a delight to the senses - spectacular landscapes, warm seas, startlingly colorful art and crafts, music everywhere, and the endlessly varied flavors of its spicy cuisine. 10,000km of coastline, 70 pre-Hispanic ruins, 100 food crafts markets and 50 fairs festivals Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use...

Nobody knows the Middle East like Lonely Planet. From Egyptian oases, hidden gorges in 'the other Iraq' and hamams in Istanbul, to the old city of Jerusalem and the labyrinth of Aleppo's souq, we've got the whole region covered. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated...