Norway Insight Guide - Softcover

Insight Guides

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9812587128 ISBN 13: 9789812587121

Publisher: APA Publications Pte Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

This brand new edition Insight Guide to Norway features illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside inspiring full-colour photography that vividly brings Norway and its people to life, at the turn of a page. The top attractions are highlighted to help you plan your trip priorities, including Norway's infamous stave churches, fjords and wealth of other natural wonders. A brand new 'Best of' section features recommendations on many exclusively Norwegian experiences, such as the best views, best drives, best geographical points of interest and even some useful money-saving tips. An in-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region by region, from the busy street life and artistic attractions of Oslo, to the arctic wilderness and snow-covered glaciers of Svalbard. All the principal sites are cross-referenced by number to the accompanying full-colour maps found throughout the guide, whilst additional maps inside the front and back covers enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. Colour-coded sections explore Norway's intriguing history and also provide interesting features on everything from 'Epic Explorers' to 'The Sami: People of Four Nations'. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section details transport, accommodation for all budgets, eating out, useful Norwegian phrases, essential telephone numbers and much more practical information, to ensure your trip goes smoothly. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before, during and after your visit.

About this title

Synopsis

Fully revised and updated, this 394-page guide includes a section detailing Norway's history, 15 features covering aspects of the country's life and culture, ranging from myths and sagas to fishing for sport and sustenance; a region by region visitor's guide to the sights, and a travel tips section packed with contact addresses. This title includes key features such as: Places - region-by-region gazetteer section, with top attractions highlighted and cross-referenced with detailed local maps; Essay Features - incisive essays on the islands' history, people and culture; Photo Features - magazine-style full-colour features on some of the country's most exotic sights, including its fjords and snowy Arctic Circle; and Travel Tips - practical listings section, including accommodation, restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes, entertainment, nightlife, transport and essential contact addresses and numbers. It also includes hundreds of full-colour photos and 15 maps.

Edition details

• Publisher: APA Publications Pte Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9812587128
• ISBN 13: 9789812587121
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 388