From Riga to Kurzeme, and from Vilnius to Aukstaitija, this guide to the Baltic States covers it all. Illustrated with hundreds of full-colour photographs and 11 maps you won't want to leave without it. The places section contains a region-by-region breakdown; with top attractions highlighted and cross-referenced to detailed local maps. Incisive essays on each island's history, people and culture provide background on everything from folklore to its rich tradition in arts and literature. The best of the Baltics section features magazine-style, illustrated double-page spreads, giving a handy overview of each region's highlights, from its world-heritage cities to its crafts and local markets. A travel tips section includes practical listings, including accommodation, restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes, entertainment, nightlife, transport and essential contact addresses and numbers.
Baltic States Insight Guide
Baltic States Insight Guide
Summary
A guide to the Baltic States. Illustrated with photographs and maps, this work contains top attractions highlighted and cross-referenced to local maps. It contains essays on each island's history, people and culture which provide background on everything from folklore to its tradition in arts and literature.
Baltic States Insight Guide Summary
Table of Contents
Introduction and History: The Best of the Baltics, People, Chronology, Eight Centuries of Occupation. Essay Features: Life Today, Ethnic Diversity, Religion, The Cultural Inheritance, Folklore, Saunas and Spas, Nature, Outdoor Activities, Food. Places: Estonia - Introduction, The Making of Estonia, Talinn, Tartu and the South, Parnu and the West, The Islands, East of Talinn. Latvia - Introduction, The Making of Latvia, Riga, Around Riga, Kurzeme, Latgale, Zemgale, Vidzeme. Lithuania - Introduction, The Making of Lithuania, Vilnius, Kaunas, Aukstaitija, The South, Zemaitija and the Coast. Information Panels: Timber Buildings, The Singing Tree, E-stonia, Art Nouveau, Basketball Flyers, Amber. Travel Tips: Transport, Accommodation, Restaurants, Activities, A-Z of Practical Information, Language. Index.
Additional information
GOR003443445
9789812586032
9812586032
Baltic States Insight Guide by
Used - Very Good
Paperback
APA Publications
20070110
300
N/A
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