Prague (Cadogan Guides) - Softcover

Kadri, Sadakat

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1860118526 ISBN 13: 9781860118524

Publisher: Cadogan Guides, 2002

Whether travelers are planning their city break in advance or want instant guidance exploring, Cadogan City Guides are the ideal companions. They provide a truly accessible way into the heart of a city, with a unique introductory full-color section packed with ideas for days out and itineraries and extensive, cross-referenced maps with all listings clearly marked (the fullest listings of any city guide available). They also include a wealth of engaging cultural and historical knowledge, along with anecdotes and colorful stories written in the enthusiastic, informed, personal way for which Cadogan is renowned.One of the great success stories of ex-Eastern bloc tourism, Prague is now among Europe's leading city break destinations. Even the briefest glance round the city will show why; its straggling gothic streets take visitors past fairy-tale castles, palaces, and churches, over ornate bridges, and up flights of narrow steps to views over rooftops, domes, and spires. The guide gives the lowdown on the sites that are attracting American tourists in their thousands: massive, absorbing Hradcany Castle, the old Jewish ghetto, Charles Bridge at the heart of the city, and Wenceslas Square, where four decades of Communism died in 1989. The most comprehensive listings available -- all extremely well-mapped -- cover the exciting new places to stay, bars, clubs, and restaurants that are springing up all over the city.

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Review:

'helps you live like a local’ -- House & Garden Magazine

‘As well informed as the country guides’ -- Financial Times

‘For a city holiday, try the Cadogan series...very readable, attractively presented and packed with essential basic information.’ -- Daily Mail

‘Opinionated, well-informed’ -- Simon Calder, The Independent

‘Readable and easy to use’ -- The Observer

From the Publisher:

Whether you are planning your city break in advance or want instant guidance as you explore, Cadogan City Guides are ideal. They re designed for busy people who take spur of the moment breaks, but still want to get an authentic experience of the city. They are the only guides to take you straight to the heart of the destination with a unique colour introduction, packed with ideas for days out and itineraries. Extensive, cross-referenced maps with listings clearly marked (the fullest listings of any city guide available) make navigation a breeze. They also include a wealth of engaging cultural and historical knowledge, along with anecdotes and colourful stories written in the enthusiastic, personal style for which Cadogan is renowned.

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