This guide to one of Europe's least-known countries contains details on Sofia and other cities, Black Sea resorts, winter holiday destinations and the cultural heritage. It also contains a new section on eco-tourism, bird-watching, whitewater rafting, climbing, caving and mountain walking.
Color illustrations and maps on inside covers.
The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budgetis the ultimate guide to exploring this fascinating continent on a shoestring, with coverage of all the top sights, the clearest mapping of any guide and handy hints on how to save money. Discover the highlights of Europe, from the vibrant capitals of London, Paris and Rome to the great outdoors, whether skiing in the Alps, hiking in the Tatras or surfing on the Portuguese coast. Read about Europe's great attractions from the Sistine Chapel in Rome to the Aya Sofia in Istanbul. And with coverage of four new countries - Montenegro, Albania, Macedonia and Bosnia-Herzegovina - The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budgetis more comprehensive than ever before. Find practical advice on travelling around Europe, whether by InterRail, Eurail or bus, and what to see and do in each country. With up-to-date descriptions of the best hostels and budget hotels, bars, cafés and cheap restaurants, plus European shopping and festivals, this guide is the budget-conscious traveller's must-have item for European trips. Make the most of your trip to Europe with The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget.
Venture across every inch of this prosperous and stable central European country, from the cosmopolitan capital of Vienna--packed with cultural offerings and late-night musikcafes--to the awesome Alpine backwaters of the Tyrol or winemaking villages. Learn how to stretch your budget in what can be an expensive country to visit. 40 maps. color photos.
"The tough guide to the baltic states is an indispensable guide to this intriguing part to Europe"--Back cover
The Rough Guide to Poland is the ultimate guide to this fascinating country, with detailed coverage of all the top sights and the clearest maps of any guide. Discover the highlights of Poland, from the picturesque old towns of Krakow, Warsaw and Gdansk to hiking in the Tatra Mountains. You’ll find expert accounts of Poland’s major attractions from medieval castles and Habsburg palaces to Baltic beaches and forest-clad lakes. New full-colour features explore Poland’s food and drink and religious architecture, while a comprehensive Polish language section will get you started in learning Polish. Fully updated and expanded, you''ll find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Poland whilst relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels in Poland, bars in Poland, restaurants in Poland, shops in Poland and Polish festivals. There’s also comprehensive background on everything from Polish history to folk music and Poland’s rich literary heritage. Explore all regions of Poland with the clearest maps of any guide, and coverage of off the beaten track sites not to be missed. Make the most of your holiday with the Rough Guide to Poland.
With nearly 2000km of rocky, indented shore and more than 1000 islands, Croatia boasts one of the most dramatic stretches of coastline that Europe has to offer. The Rough Guide’s 24 page full-colour section introduces the author’s highlights, from the medieval city of Dubrovnik to the rural hinterland of Zagreb, to the unspoilt island of Vis and the beaches of the Dalmatian coast. Throughout, there are discerning reviews of all the best places to stay, eat and drink - to suit any pocket. Whilst not well known as a destination for adventure tourism, there are plenty of opportunities for hiking in the hills of the interior or scuba-diving in the Adriatic and the guide includes detailed practical advice. Finally, the Contexts section provides an authoritative background on Croatia''s history, folk music and literature.
Featuring a blend of noir, science fiction, and political thriller elements, this graphic novel presents a grotesque nightmare set against a backdrop of Russian constructivism. The collaboration between Croatian illustrator Igor Hofbauer and British journalist Jonathan Bousfield delivers a unique narrative that intertwines visual artistry with thought-provoking themes.
