Insight Guides: China

by Insight Guides (Compiler)

This new edition of  the guide has been comprehensively overhauled and expanded from 412 to 480 pages, with an all-new guide to the Best of China, a new Introduction, new chapters on the economy and modern society, six new photo essays, a re-organized Places section and expanded listings including over twice as many restaurants as the previous edition. The first part of the book details China's long history and fascinating culture. The Places section contains descriptive region-by-region accounts, with the Travel Tips section providing full listings and all the practical information you'll need. New for this edition, Chinese characters have been included for towns, cities, significant sights and restaurants, and also appear on the maps.    

Genres: Travel, China

480 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1990

Reviews

[John Behle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy to use as we plan for China 2020. The photography and practical guidance is valuable. Lately, I have been enjoying these travel guides better than best seller list books. I appreciate and apply the practical, day-to-day betterment of touring advice.

[Ron · Rating 3 out of 5]

It included information on the Silk Road which was helpful for my trip