Rough Guides welcomes four more world-class cities into the new Pocket series.
Each small-format, full-color city guide is the ideal companion for
independent travelers on any budget. Pocket Rough Guides serve up all the key
sights and best restaurants, shopping, and bars with Rough Guides' trademark
eloquence and honesty. Whether you have an afternoon or a few days at your
disposal, Pocket Rough Guides help the curious experience all they can.
Divided by area for easy navigation, the Places section is the heart of the
guides, with neighborhood-by-neighborhood descriptions complemented by
listings of the must-see sights and our pick of the places to eat, drink, and
dance. Each Pocket Rough Guide also includes a Best of section that captures
the highlights of the city and tips travelers off to the most exciting and
unique experiences. Carefully curated Itineraries help plan - and personalize
- any trip, making the most of every moment. And, with the full-color
detachable map tucked in the back cover, you can even ditch the guide and go
stealth for an afternoon.
Discover Spain with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the
market. Whether you plan on exploring Andalucia's White Towns, sampling the
legendary nightlife of Madrid or hiking in the Picos de Euuropa, this new
edition of The Rough Guide to Spain will show you the ideal places to sleep,
eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Spain -
Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of
humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit. -
Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the backstreets of Barcelona or
Granada's Albaicín without needing to get online. - Stunning, inspirational
images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. - Things not to
miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Spain's best sights and experiences. -
Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. -
Detailed city coverage - whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the
tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step
of the way. Areas covered include: Madrid, Segovia, Toledo, Castilla-La
Mancha, Extremadura, Andalucía, Castilla y León, La Rioja, the País Vasco,
Navarra, Cantabria, Asturias, Galicia, Aragón, Barcelona, Catalunya, Valencia,
Murcia, and the Balearics. Attractions include: Museo del Prado, Reina Sofía,
El Escorial, Mérida, the Alhambra, La Mezquita, Parque Nacional Coto de
Doñana, Univeridad de Salamanca, Burgos Cathedral, Museo Guggenheim, Santiago
de Compostela's cathedral,Sagrada Família, Fundació Joan Miró, Teatre-Museu
Dalí, La Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias, and the Palma Cathedral. - Basics -
essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local
transport, festivals, culture and etiquette; sports and outdoor activities,
tourist information and more - Background information - a Contexts chapter
devoted to history, wildlife flamenco and books and with a handy language
section covering Castilian (Spanish), Catalan, Basque and Galician. Make the
Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Spain About Rough Guides:
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Written by a resident of the city, this guide to Madrid offers the reader a glimpse of the less well-known sights, as well as a guide to the leading tourist attractions. All the museums of this historic capital are reviewed and there is information on nearby sites, such as Toledo, Segovia, and the monastery-palace of El Escorial. Football, bars, accommodation and eating out are all covered, with additional sections on art, architecture and famous former residents, such as Goya.
