Rwanda (Bradt Travel Guide) (Bradt Travel Guides) - Softcover

Phillip Briggs; Janice Booth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1841623067 ISBN 13: 9781841623061

Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides, 2009

Synopsis

Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills, is famed for its mountain gorillas and as the setting for the film Gorillas in the Mist. Fifteen years on from the tragic genocide of 1994, this compact country is rapidly emerging as one of Africa's most exciting ecotourism destinations, boasting three diverse national parks. The only English-language guidebook to Rwanda, this updated fourth edition lists the newest hotels, tours, activities, tour operators and all other travel practicalities. Whether you want to explore Rwanda's ancient and modern history, watch performances of traditional dance and drumming, or climb a volcano, this guide is an essential part of your trip.

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Review:

'Rwanda is excellent; it captures the mood of the place and gives a positive and accurate account of a fantastic country.' Art of Travel 'Every now and again you come across a guidebook which goes far above and beyond the humdrum list of exchange rates, visa requirements and one-line descriptions of sights and amenities. This guide is just such a book. It gives the prospective visitor real and detailed insights into the country, its people, history, flora and fauna. Even if you end up never going to Rwanda, you will feel you know the place quite intimately by the time you get to the final page.' Wildside 'At last, a well-written and dedicated guide to Rwanda.' Footprints 'Rwanda is an excellent book that I have recommended to all the visitors who come to Rwanda and who want to know more than just the superficial accounts from the press. This guide presents a clear and balanced overview of events in Rwanda's recent past, considered by many Rwandans to be one of the fairest representations. The book also describes the charm and attraction that make this country so different.' Dr Annette Lanjouw, Director of the International Gorilla Conservation Programme 'The excellent Bradt Guide to Rwanda includes detailed sections on the national parks.' The Sunday Telegraph 'Recommended reading' Conde Nast Traveller magazine

From the Back Cover:

Rwanda - the stunning backdrop to Gorillas in the Mist - has come far in rebuilding its infrastructure since Bradt published the first dedicated travel guide in 2001. A decade since the genocide, this new edition reveals that the "Land of a Thousand Hills" is not only one of the world's finest and friendliest ecotourism destinations, but is also peaceful, accessible, and safe.
Look inside for: The Rwandan people: their history and culture; when and where to see mountain gorillas; conservation areas and national parks; detailed coverage of the capital, Kigali; thoroughly updated practical information.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1841623067
• ISBN 13: 9781841623061
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 288