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Books : Travel : Asia : India : Delhi
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Rajasthan is literally the Land of the Kings. Its battle-scarred heritage has bestowed legacies of pride and magnificent palaces and forts, many of which are now hotels and museums. Lindsay Brown, Lonely Planet Writer
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Inside This Book
15 weeks of research
48 maps
52 ancient forts and palaces
12,090 sq km of parks and sanctuaries
Inspirational photos
Clear, easy-to-use maps
Pull-out city map
3D plans of iconic sights
Comprehensive planning tools
In-depth background
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Recognized the world over by frequent flyers and armchair travelers alike, Eyewitness Travel Guides are the most colorful and comprehensive guides on the market. With beautifully commissioned photographs and spectacular 3-D aerial views revealing the charm of each destination, these amazing travel guides show what others only tell. Includes beautiful new full-color photos, illustrations, and enhanced maps Extensive information on local customs, currency, medical services, and transportation New "Discovering" feature helps decide which regions are best suited to the trip.
The Best Just Keeps Getting Better!
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"The Rough Guide to Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra" will guide you through India's most colourful and fascinating region, with reliable practical information and clearly explained cultural background. Whether you're looking for great places to eat and drink, inspiring accommodation or the most exciting things to see and do, this guide will provide your solution. Plus you'll find extensive coverage of attractions in the region, from the breathtaking palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur to the imposing forts of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, and the ever-astonishing beauty of the Taj Mahal to the fascinating treasures hidden in Old Delhi's backstreets. With clear maps, comprehensive listings and full-colour sections on arts and crafts, and forts and palaces, "The Rough Guide to Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra" is your ultimate companion on a visit to this captivating region. Make the most of your time on earth with "The Rough Guide to Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra".
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Whether you are traveling first class or on a limited budget, this Eyewitness Top 10 guide will lead you straight to the very best Delhi has to offer. Dozens of Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 sights at the Taj Mahal to the Top 10 festivals & events and Bazaars of Old Delhi - provide the insider knowledge every visitor needs. And to save you time and money, there is even a list of the Top 10 Things to Avoid.
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Very detailed, double sided road and travel map, scale 1:2,100,000, includes also insets with central New Delhi street plan and overview maps of Mumbai and Kolkata. Distinguishes roads ranging from expressways to undeveloped roads. Legend includes railways, glaciers, reefs, historic cities/settlements, forts, castles, ruins, palaces, houses of interest, museums, churches, temples, mosques, buddhist temples, beaches, gardens, border crossings, international/domestic airports, other places of interest, buildings of interest, national parks, wildlife parks, zoo/elephant training, hill stations, scenic places, resort areas, golf courses, rafting/boating areas, ferry lines, hospitals, ski resorts. Extensive place name index. Printed on durable synthetic paper suitable for tropical conditions.
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The fold-out map of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra is ideal for tourists and visitors. In addition to the main map of Northern India, it features 1 detailed area map of the Golden Triangle, 5 town plans and 6 site plans.
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Handcrafted books for Luxury Vagabonds. Handbound, printed on handmade paper and covered in hand loom khadi with a percentage of profits going to the Love Travel Foundation. The third edition of Love Delhi is fully updated and expanded by 16 pages with an introductory essay by William Dalrymple and mini destination guides to Agra, Jaipur, Varanasi, Amritsar, Rishikesh, Ranthambhore and Darjeeling. Love Delhi is a must have guide to the best experiences in that city. In fact, all the savvy inside knowledge that a stylish traveller or resident, craves is here. India has clearly arrived as a hot luxury destination with discerning travellers flocking to the country in unprecedented numbers and yet Delhi, is frequently considered as merely a transit city. Delhi is a destination in and of itself says author Fiona Caulfield. It rivals Athens for history, matches Washington for political power and now gives Paris and New York a run in terms of great shopping and eating she adds. Fiona believes it is time for India s capital to have a stylish and authentic guide that helps the time-poor traveller discover the best experiences in the city. The highly curated guide to Delhi is designed for the discerning traveller who wants authenticity in style. The book celebrates Indian luxury and pays homage to India s rich craft legacy being completely handmade in India. The 168-page book, comprises eight sect
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Herein are two masterful essays that trace the story of Delhi from the days when it was known by other namesIndraprastha, Firozabad, Dinpanahto its reincarnation as New Delhi. Historian Narayani Gupta takes us through the city of Sultans, Mughal emperors and viceroys, while journalist Dilip Bobb shows us the face of New Delhi as it is now. A rich portfolio of archival photographs and illustrations, together with vibrant new pictures, capture Delhi in all its glorypast and present.
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‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other’. New York TimesThis eBook offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet’s latest India guide book and includes:• “Delhi” chapter• “Understanding India & Survival Guide” chapter • “Need to know” Chapter • Delhi mapScratch beyond the gritty surface and you’ll swiftly discover that India’s capital is sprinkled with glittering gems: captivating ancient monuments, magnificent museums, a vivacious performing-arts scene and some of the subcontinent’s yummiest places to eat.This guide is the result of months of research by dedicated authors and local experts who immersed themselves in Delhi, finding unique experiences, and sharing practical and honest advice, so you come away informed and amazed. This guide includes up-to-date reviews of the best places to stay, eat, sights, cultural information, maps, transport tips and a few best kept secrets – all the essentials to get to the heart of Delhi.Lonely Planet’s India guide is researched and written by Sarina Singh, Stuart Butler, Katja Gaskell, Anirban Mahapatra, Daniel McCrohan, John Noble, Amy Karafin, Kevin Raub, Trent Holden, Lindsay Brown, Mark Elliott, Kate James, Michael Benanav, Bradley Mayhew, Abigail HoleCheck out Lonely Planet’s other eBook guides including India.
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A taxi driver, an ox-drawn cart, a Ferrari, widows and orphans, strippers, Gandhi and really bad beer. A true short story.
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A must have guide for all visitors to New Delhi, India. Coded in subtle colors and well defined maps to get around in the city.
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The Rough Guide to Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra is the most comprehensive guide available. From the magnificent Taj Mahal to craft shopping in Rajasthan, the inspiring full-colour section introduces all the regions highlights. You’ll find detailed accounts of every major tourist sight, along with critical reviews of all the best places to sleep, eat, drink and shop, in all price ranges. There’s comprehensive detail on getting around by train, bus and car, while the guide also includes clear and comprehensive maps of all major towns and tourist sites in the region. The full colour introductions and inserts, along with inspirational photography, give you a flavour of this region’s unique cultural heritage. All the practical advice you need before you go and when you arrive, complete with expert coverage of the regions history, religion, wildlife and language.
The Rough Guide to Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra is like having a local friend plan your trip.
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The first luxury travel guide for Jaipur, Rajasthan was officially launched on the opening day of Asia's leading Literary event which brought together over 150 international and national writers and 10,000 attendees. Love Jaipur, Rajasthan was the best selling book at the festival. Love Jaipur, Rajasthan is a must have guide, that contains all the savvy inside knowledge that a stylish traveller craves. The passionately curated guide is designed for the discerning luxury vagabond who wants authenticity in style. The 168-page book, comprises eight sections including an overview of the city with 'must knows and must dos and presents the best places to eat, drink, shop, be pampered, get fit and explore. Unlike mass tourist books, using this guide is like being chaperoned by a good friend. The entries are 'love stories' sourced from in-the-know locals including chefs, artists, designers, architects, ambassadors, foreign correspondents and taxi drivers. The Pink city, Rajasthan s capital lures travelers and charms them with majestic forts, palaces and bustling bazaars. However many visitors find their stay in Jaipur limited to a mad dash about the tourist sights before continuing on a whistle-stop tour of Rajasthan. Author Fiona Caulfield believes that Jaipur is a destination in and of itself that offers travellers rich rewards if the city is explored more fully . She believes that Rajathan's
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Deluxe and revised edition, with many color plates. great reference, also tourist guide
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WALLPAPER* CITY GUIDES not only suggest where to stay, eat, and drink, but what the tourist passionate about design might want to see, whether he or she has a week or just 24 hours in the city. The guides feature up-and-coming areas, landmark buildings in an 'Architour', design centers, and a selection of the best shops to buy items unique to the particular city. WALLPAPER* CITY GUIDES present travelers with a fast-track ticket to the chosen location. The edited guides offer the best, the most exciting, and the most beautiful of the featured city. In addition to looking beautiful, the guides are expertly designed with function as a priority. They have tabbed sections so the tourist can easily find what he or she is looking for. Also included are color-coded city maps, rate and currency cards, and an easy navigational tool. They are the ultimate combination of form and function. Compiled by the well-traveled editorial team of Wallpaper* and by an extraordinary network of international correspondents, the guides are truly THE insider's guide to each featured city. The contributors to these guides have put their heads together to come up with fascinating, efficient guides that keeps the hip, urban traveler with his or her finger on the pulse. The City Guides are being published as Wallpaper* magazine celebrates its tenth anniversary. For the past decade, Wallpaper* has been the first to unc
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The architectural legacy of India’s Mughal Empire (1526-1858) — with monuments concentrated in its great historical capitals of Delhi and Agra — is one of the richest in the world. This Approach Guide serves as an ideal companion for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of the art and architecture of this great Islamic Empire.
Mughal, in Arabic and Persian, means Mongol. The Empire acquired its name due to the fact that Babur, a Timurid prince who invaded India and unified control of the Delhi area, was descended from Genghis Khan, founder of the Mongol Empire. Although the Timurids were of Turkicized Mongol origin, they embraced Persian cultural traditions.
In India, the Timurids’ Persian-inspired architectural heritage naturally served as the foundation for the Mughal style. However, it is far from being a Persian tradition replanted on Indian soil. The Mughals created a unique style of their own by perfecting earlier Persian forms and incorporating some building practices and aesthetic preferences of the indigenous Hindu population.
This Approach Guide begins by laying out the defining characteristics of the blended Mughal architectural style: first, its Timurid-influenced foundations; and second, its unique Hindu features. To make it easier to identify the defining characteristics for each style, this guide includes high-resolution images that highlight key architectural elements.
With the stylistic framework in place, it then offers detailed profiles of the top architectural sites in Delhi and Agra:
• In Delhi, this guide takes you on a tour of Humayun’s Tomb, the Jama Masjid, and Safdarjung’s Tomb. There are also brief profiles of several non-Mughal sites: Qutb Minar, Quwwat-al-Islam Mosque, Alai Darwaza Gateway, Ghiyath ad-Din Tughluq’s Tomb, and Moth-Ki Masjid.
• In Agra, this guide takes you on a tour of Akbar’s Tomb, the Tomb of I’timad ad-Dawla, and the Taj Mahal.
Each site’s profile places it in the overall landscape of Mughal architecture, highlights its distinctive features, and provides a context for understanding how it relates to similar sites.
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Compulsive (and compulsively informed) travelers, the Raezers are the masterminds behind the downloadable Approach Guides, which are filled with a university course-worth of history and insights for 62 destinations worldwide. WHY WE LOVE IT: The Raezers share our desire for deep, well-researched information on the wonders of the world.
- Travel + Leisure
What started as one couple's travel notes aimed at filling in the gaps in guidebooks has become ApproachGuides.com - a menu of downloadable travel guides that cover cultural and historical topics of interest to thoughtful travelers. What's hot: Bite-sized travel guides that specialize in topics ranging from 29 pages on the foods of Italy to one that helps you explore the historical and architectural significance of Angkor's famous temple structures in Cambodia.
- L.A. Times
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Love Travel Guides are a complete departure from the traditional mass-market books. Love Travel guides present a curated selection of Indian experiences that have been chosen to help the traveller fall in love with India. These discerning guides celebrate the unique style and beauty of India. At last a luxury travel guide for Mumbai is now available. The book is a must have guide, all the savvy inside knowledge that a stylish traveller or resident, craves is here. Mumbai is the biggest, wealthiest, and fastest city in India and often is compared with New York. It is time for India s Maximum city to have a comparable guide to those available for New York, helping the time poor traveller target the best experiences in the city said Fiona Caulfield. The guide is designed for the discerning traveller who wants authenticity in style. Completely handmade in India, the 160-page book, comprises eight sections including an overview of the city with 'must knows and must do's and presents the best places to eat, drink, shop and visit. It is sourced from 'love stories' shared by in the know locals; including chefs, artists, designers, architects, foreign correspondents and taxi drivers. Using it is like being chaperoned by a good friend. India has clearly arrived as a hot luxury destination with discerning travellers flocking to the country in unprecedented numbers. Love Mumbai details the most auth
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This is the Official Holiday FM Travel Guide to Delhi.
As you step out of New Delhi airport, it's hard to figure out what is more overwhelming - the intense heat that immediately washes over you, or the swarms of taxi touts blocking your path. Pushing your way through the hordes may be a little intimidating, but don't take up their offers of cheap fares. Instead, head just outside the main exit to the pre-pay taxi desk. From here, you can book up a ride to anywhere in New Delhi. You should be on your way in a matter of minutes, which is just enough time to prepare yourself for the heart-exploding chaos of Indian roads. Make sure you have an open mind, and New Delhi is an adventure in waiting.
This book is designed to be read to before you go, on the plane or whilst you are walking around town. The book features 13 chapters you can read when you're out and about.
Including:
1. Welcome To New Delhi
2. History
3. The City
4. Taj Mahal
5. Shopping
6. Eating
7. Going Out
8. Sleeping
9. Weather
10. Get Around
11. Stay Safe
12. Stay Healthy
13. Before You Go
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The highly successful "Globetrotter Travel Series", which includes Travel Guides, Travel Maps, Road Atlases, Best Of Pocket Guides and In Your Pocket Language Guides, presently covers more than 90 destinations worldwide. The Packs are excellent value, including both a guidebook and a softcover fold-out Globetrotter map of the region, in a printed plastic wallet. The handy pocket-size guide is packed with useful information, tips and recommendations, accompanied by colour photographs, charts and maps for the first-time traveller who wants to experience the major highlights that Delhi, Jaipur and Agra has to offer. The fold-out map of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra is ideal for tourists and visitors.