Travel: Asia

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The Soul of the Far East
by Percival Lowell - The Macmillan Company , 1888
The most popular of Lowell's books on the Orient, The Soul of the Far East, (1888) contains an early synthesis of some of his ideas, that in essence, postulated that human progress is a function of the qualities of individuality and imagination.
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The Travels of Marco Polo
by Marco Polo - eBooks@Adelaide , 1920
One of the greatest books of all time -- a vast treasury of invaluable observations on the peoples and geography of the Near East and Asia in the 13th century. Detailed descriptions of cities, customs, laws, crops, animals, political systems, etc.
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Monumental Java
by Monumental Java - The Macmillan Company , 1912
Java's ancient monuments are eloquent evidence of that innate consciousness of something beyond earthly existence which moves men to propitiate the principle of life by sacrifice in temples as gloriously divine as mortal hand can raise...
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The Gist of Japan: The Islands, Their People, And Missions
by R. B. Peery - Fleming H. Revell Company , 1897
I have written for the common people and hence have tried to give the subject a plain, popular treatment. There has been no attempt at exhaustive discussion, but great pains have been taken to make the hook reliable and accurate.
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Diving Bali
by Stefan Russel - Project Gutenberg , 2012
This is a guide on diving Bali with descriptions of and guides to Bali's most popular dive sites. Diving in Bali is diverse, so no matter your skill level or your interest you are certain to find a dive site in Bali that suits you.
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Travel to Thailand
by Stig Albeck - Bookboon , 2012
Known for its food and beautiful nature, Thailand is the perfect location to find relaxation. But Thailand has much more to offer. This guide for Thailand provides you with information for visiting Bangkok but also for a tour around the country.
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Travel to Tokyo
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2010
See the fascinating combination of traditional Japanese lifestyle with its modern, technologically inspired lifestyles! In this travel guide you find routes along the main sights of the city, such as the Tokyo national museum or the Tokyo tower.
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Just In Tokyo
by Justin Hall - Garrett County Pr , 2002
Written to encourage you to find your own Japan. Start walking and engage the world. Read this to get a sense of some of the strange things you might find, and hopefully this first round of exploration will help you dig deeper during your visit.
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Travel to Bangkok
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
Visit this tourist hotspot which is the political, social and economic centre of Thailand. This free travel guide provides you with information about the main sights and attractions of Bangkok. Be lead around the city by the suggested tours.
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Travel to Osaka and Kyoto
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
Planning a trip to Japan, the land of the rising sun? You shouldn't miss out on Osaka and Kyoto. This guide provides you with all information you need about these cities. Get inspiration what to do in Japan's largest city Osaka as well as in Kyoto.
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Your Guide to Japan
- Japan National Tourism Organization , 2010
Japan of today possesses powerful attractions: great cultural variety, colorful and inspiring natural attractions beautifully interwoven by distinct four seasonal changes, not to mention the overflowing hospitality of its people.
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The Land of Midian
by Richard F. Burton - eBooks@Adelaide , 2003
Richard F. Burton was an English explorer, translator, writer, orientalist, poet, fencer and diplomat. He was known for his travels and explorations within Asia and Africa as well as his extraordinary knowledge of languages and cultures.
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Travel to Taipei and Kaohsiung
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
Always wanted to see how modernity and nature can exists side by side? Taiwan is a good example with its ancient and colonial history but also with the modern city centers of Taipei and Kaohsiung. Take this travel guide with you when visiting Taiwan.
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Travel to Shanghai
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
In this guide you will find all the information you need to make your visit to Shanghai memorable. The day tours lead you along sights such as the old town district or the skyscrapers of the city. Go on a journey of discovery in Shanghai yourself.
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Travel to Singapore
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
The city-state Singapore is a wonderful place where many of Asia's cultures can all be experienced within a very small area. This free travel guide provides you with information for day trips around the city's sights and attractions.
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Travel to Hong Kong
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
This free travel guide about Hong Kong provides you with information to the main sights. Walk between the skyscrapers, discover the small buildings originating from long forgotten times and enjoy the beautiful nature of Hong Kong.
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Travel to Beijing
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
Plan your visit of the capital of China, the 'central kingdom', with this free travel guide. Did you always want to walk in the footsteps of the great Chinese emperors? Then a visit to the Forbidden City is mandatory on your schedule.
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Travel Guides: China and Taiwan
by Stig Albeck - BookBoon , 2008
China has one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations, dating back more than six millennia. Chinese culture and gastronomy are something most travelers look forward to, lovely spots with an authentic atmosphere are never far away.
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Modern India
by William Eleroy Curtis - Fleming H. Revell Co. , 1905
A series of letters written during the winter of 1903-04: The Eye of India; The City of Bombay; Servants, Hotels, and Cave Temples; The Empire of India; Two Hindu Weddings; The Religions of India; How India Is Governed; The Railways of India; etc.
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Across Asia on a Bicycle
by Thomas Gaskell Allen, William Lewis Sachtleben - The Century Co. , 1894
Two Washington University graduates sail to Liverpool and begin a 15,000-mile bicycle journey to Peking. The account begins in Asia Minor as the students cycle on through Persia and Turkestan, with detours to Merv, Bokhara, and Samarkand.
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Man-Eaters of Kumaon
by Jim Corbett - Oxford University Press , 1944
Jim Corbett killed a leopard at the age of nine and achieved a legendary reputation as a hunter. Here is the best of his books, which offers fascinating tales of pursuing tigers in the Indian Himalayas during the beginning of 20th century.
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Travels in Arabia Deserta: Volume 2
by Charles Montagu Doughty - Adamant Media Corporation , 2000
From the contents: Ibn Rashid's town, life in Hayil, depart from Hayil - journey to Kheybar, the apostle's country, the Kheyabar, the Medina life at Kheybar, deliverance from Kheybar, desert journey to Hayil, the Shammar and Haeb deserts, etc.
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The Andaman Islands
by F. Dass - South Asia Books , 1988
Easy to read book on the subject of the Andaman islands and their strange aboriginal inhabitants. The author naively and cheerfully lists his facts and graphic descriptions, adds a few personal observations and then goes on to the next topic.
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