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China (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE) (Vinyl Bound) (Paperback)
by DK Publishing
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China travel guide, China, Chinese culture |
| Market price: ¥ 298.00
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¥ 238.00
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MSL rating:
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MSL Pointer Review:
Providing a massive amount of beautiful photographs and illustrations that help give the traveler an idea of the sights he or she can choose from, this book is a highly recommendation China travel guide.
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Author: DK Publishing
Publisher: DK Travel
Pub. in: August, 2005
ISBN: 0756609194
Pages: 672
Measurements: 8.5 x 5.4 x 1.4 inches
Origin of product: USA
Order code: BA01333
Other information: ISBN-13: 978-0756609191
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Trying to review this book is somewhat hard, technically it's a travel guide and as that its ok, but its really more than that. Its one of the best birds eye views of the major attractions in China. Kind of a Whats-What of China. Having been to China on several trips I can personally attest to the quality of the selection and information.
They Layout is organized by region, usually two provinces to a Chapter. You get a brief overview of the province, then it moves to 1-2 pages per location (maybe a city or a park) in that province. The information is a smorgasborg of text, photos and illustrations. It covers the major attractions and why they are significant. The photographs are stunning (if small by necessity). The information is both informative and concise. Its amazing how much stuff they've packed in there.
Sprinkled throughout the chapters are various shorts (1-2 pages) on Chinese history and culture. Again high level concise information but enough to get you started.
The construction of the book is way above your newsprint guides. Its got good binding, vinyl covers and slick glossy pages. Top notch.
The only thing I would knock it for is that as a travel guide its travel nuts and bolts (specific places to stay, eat, shop, train schedules, directions etc) is pretty weak. They have some information but it tends to be focused more on the high end stuff rather than the budget backpacker.
This book is best bought, used and enjoyed as a overall reference book on China for people who just want to know more. As a travel guide it is a good source of information to get you started, but its not where you'll finish. You'll want to look at other information and resources when it comes to the specifics of your journey.
So to Recap
Pros
Excellent Photos, text and diagrams
Well organized
Concise chocked full of info
Good quality printing and binding
Wide variety of information
Cons
Weak on travel specific information
Conclusion
A great book for someone thinking of a trip to china and wondering "what is there to see" as well as reference to China and its many highlights.
(From quoting Thomas Tweedel, USA)
Target readers:
People interested in touring in China.
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From Publisher
The DK travel guide helps you to get the most out of your trip to China, providing expert recommendations as well as detailed practical information. The opening chapter Introducing China maps the country and sets it in its historical and cultural context. Each of the seven regional sections is divided into area chapters that cover from one to three provinces each. Here you will find descriptions of the most important sights with maps, pictures and illustrations. Hotel and restaurant recommendations can be found in Travelers Needs . The Survival Guide contains practical information on everything from transport personal safety.
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Traveler (MSL quote), USA
<2008-04-16 00:00>
The eyewitness travel series is the book of choice for any travel. And the China version doesn't miss.
I traveled to China for vacation 2.5 years ago when I didn't have the Eyewitness guide. I got a good sense of my travels a the time by reading multiple books and asking my guide many questions.
However in my trip this year...I had the Eyewitness guide. It not only strengthened my understanding of the many places, events, and culture which I experienced 2.5 years ago...it prepared me to open my eyes to a whole new world when I traveled in 2007.
What sets DK apart is that it gives you not only practical information...But provide maps/pictures/illustrations which other's cannot present. And this is all that much important for the Western traveler where China is still in the process of fine tuning tourism and how sights are communicated to visitors.
I recommend Eyewitness guides not only for any vacation...but especially for travels to China. |
J. D. Wilson (MSL quote), USA
<2008-04-16 00:00>
This is a superb book. I actually bought it after returning from China earlier this summer because I found myself borrowing a friend's copy while on the trip. It includes great information about the culture as wells a places, and it is richly illustrated. |
K. Pellman (MSL quote), USA
<2008-04-16 00:00>
This guide proved to be an excellent resource for our trip to mainland China (Dec, 06). As a first-time traveler, I appreciated the tips on customs, eating, bathroom facilities, tipping, etc. The street guide for Beijing was extremely useful. The history section and timeline were interesting reading on the flight home. Our son, who is living in Yunnan Province, used to guide to plan some future trips of his own. |
Ullyses Grant (MSL quote), USA
<2008-04-16 00:00>
DK Publishing produces one of the very best travel guides: Best paper, best directions, photography, maps, etc. The only minus is that they are heavy to carry with you when trekking around the world. But that is what you have to endure for high quality. And I always have mine with me.
Also, their specialized editions on music, art, etc. are also great! |
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