Insight Guides: Rome City Guide [Lingua Inglese] - Brossura

Apa Publications

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ISBN 10: 9812820809 ISBN 13: 9789812820808

Casa editrice: Insight, 2011

Riassunto

This brand new edition provides a comprehensive and highly visual introduction to Rome; over 600 superb photographs capture the history, local people and variety of everyday life in one of Italy's most magical cities. The 'Places' section provides a detailed, district-by-district exploration of all the places to visit and principal sites along the way are clearly cross-referenced by number to the full-colour maps found throughout the guide. Expanded and updated restaurant listings feature the best eateries to suit all budgets within each area, providing the address, phone number, opening times and price range, followed by a useful review. The 'Top Sights' section covers everything you simply can't afford to miss, from the iconic monuments of Ancient Rome to the vibrant squares of Campo de' Fiori. A brand new 'Editor's Choice' section illustrates top recommendations, including lesser-known attractions, events, family activities as well as money-saving hints. Expert local writers provide authoritative essays on the city's history along with interesting cultural features. A fully-indexed street atlas enables instant orientation, helping you to navigate around the city with ease, and also plots restaurants. The comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides all the essential information you'll need for a hassle-free trip, covering accommodation for all budgets, transport, activities and useful booking information, plus a handy A-Z of further practical advice and contact details. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice makes this guide a fascinating background read and an invaluable on-the-spot companion.

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A highly visual guide to Rome, the capital of Italy and one of the most exhilarating cities in the world. This wonderful guide provides fascinating historical and cultural background, as well as practical information and reliable recommendations for attractions, hotels, restaurants, bars, and shops.

This books covers the 13 neighborhoods of the city that visitors will want to see, including Ostia, Tivoli, the Castelli Romani, and Etruscan towns. A detailed history section covers the founding of this great city, through ancient Rome, Italian Unification, and the rise of Berlusconi. Essays on architecture, food, drink, and shopping provide interesting background information. Full-color photos and maps are at your fingertips, to help your adventure run smoothly.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Insight
• Data di pubblicazione: 2011
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 9812820809
• ISBN 13: 9789812820808
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 352
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile