DK Sardinia
DK Sardinia

Author: DK Travel

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2023-04-25

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 0744085586

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An atmospheric island bursting with history, culture and natural beauty. Whether you want to hike across rugged mountains, spot flamingoes near Cagliari or simply sip a glass of Cannonau overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Sardinia has to offer. Beyond the soft sands and warm seas that frame Sardinia lies a beguilingly wild interior of precipitous mountains, dense forests and craggy canyons where herds of wild horses roam free. Equally atmospheric are the island's captivating medieval cities and ancient sites, which lie scattered across this enthralling landscape, testament to Sardinia's turbulent history. Our newly updated guide brings Sardinia to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the island's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. Our updated 2023 travel guide brings Sardinia to life. DK Eyewitness Sardinia is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Sardinia you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Sardinia's must-sees and hidden gems. - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day. - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money. - Colour-coded chapters to every part of Sardinia, from Cagliari to Costa Smeralda. - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay. - Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently. Covers: Cagliari and the South, The Eastern Coast, Central Sardinia and Barbagia, The Western Coast, The North and Costa Smeralda. Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness Italy. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

DK Eyewitness Italy
DK Eyewitness Italy

Author: DK Eyewitness

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2021-06-22

Total Pages: 904

ISBN-13: 0744050448

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Live la dolce vita and explore Italy’s hidden gems, must-sees, and top experiences. Whether you want to explore the evocative ruins of an ancient empire, go wine tasting in Tuscany, or sip espresso and watch the world go by on one of the magnificent piazzas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Italy has to offer. Inside the pages of this Italy travel guide, you’ll discover: • Our pick of Italy’s best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay • Detailed maps and walks make navigating the city easy • Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip • Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around, and stay safe • Color-coded chapters to every part of Italy, from Venice to Rome, and Sicily to Sardinia • Available in a handy format that is lightweight and portable Embark on a Latin adventure Tick Italy off your bucket list and see the best that this culture-rich nation has to offer - from its rich natural beauty to sumptuous food and wine. This updated travel guide combines expert-led insights and detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights with stunning imagery to bring Italy to life. With more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than anywhere else on Earth, there is no better place to experience the glories of European art and architecture. Witness the refined Renaissance churches of Florence, bask on the unspoiled beaches of Puglia, or ski the spectacular slopes of the Dolomites. There is something for everyone! DK Eyewitness Italy has been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. More adventures to uncover For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent advice, recommendations, and reviews. Discover guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe!

The Nuragic Civilization
The Nuragic Civilization

Author: Skira

Publisher: Skira

Published: 2021-12-14

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9788857245560

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A revelatory guide to one of the oldest and most mysterious civilizations of the Mediterranean With no written record of their own, the Nuragic civilization has long remained shrouded in mystery to contemporary scholars. The ancient Mediterranean civilization is thought to have occupied what is present-day Sardinia from the Bronze Age to 238 BCE, and it takes its name from the Sardinian word for the monument considered most representative of the culture: the "nuraghe". A nuraghe is a towering fortress constructed of large stone slabs stacked on top of one another, rough-hewn or cut with varying degrees of regularity, each containing one or more chambers. Over 7,000 nuraghi dot the island, along with other structures such as "sacred springs" and "giants' tombs." This book guides readers on a tour back in time through several European cities, exploring archaeological sites and uncovering the secrets of this enigmatic society with stunning photography accompanied by historical research.

Sardinia
Sardinia

Author: Edward Burman

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2019-06-13

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 1786725991

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An exploration of Sardinia's incredibly rich history and culture, which stretches back to the Neolithic period. This book details everyone from the Phoenicians to the Carthaginians and Aragonese who invaded Sardinia, which is covered with some of the most fascinating historical and archaeological sites in Europe – from thousands of nuraghi, Bronze Age towers and settlements, to 'giant's grave' and 'fairy house' tombs. It also holds eccentric festivals, from Barbagia's carnival parade of ghoulish mamuthones, said to banish winter demons, to the death-defying S'Ardia horse race in Sedilo. There are shipwrecks off Cagliari's coast, underwater caves and submerged Roman ruins in addition to ancient castles, churches, undisturbed hilltop villages and 2,000 miles of some of the most beautiful coastline in the world.

Sea and Sardinia
Sea and Sardinia

Author: D. H. Lawrence

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1997-06-05

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9780521242752

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Written after the First World War when he was living in Sicily, Sea and Sardinia records Lawrence's journey to Sardinia and back in January 1921. It reveals his response to a new landscape and people and his ability to transmute the spirit of place into literary art. Like his other travel writings the book is also a shrewd inquiry into the political and social values of an era which saw the rise of communism and fascism. On one level an indictment of contemporary materialism, Sea and Sardinia is nevertheless an optimistic book, celebrating the creativity of the human spirit and seeking in the fundamental laws which governed human nature in the past fresh inspiration for the present. This 1997 edition restores censored passages and corrects corrupt textual readings to reveal for the first time the book Lawrence himself called 'a marvel of veracity'.

DK Road Trips France
DK Road Trips France

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2024-07-23

Total Pages: 1111

ISBN-13: 059395727X

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Tranquil valleys, rugged coastline, rolling farmland: France is the perfect destination for a road trip to remember. With Road Trips France, it's yours to explore. Featuring 24 wonderful drives across the country and packed with detailed driving instructions and practical information, this easy-to-use guide helps you discover France at its best. Inside, you will find: 24 easy-to-follow scenic driving tours, each lasting one to five days A laminated pull-out road map of France, which helps you navigate with ease Ways to see more of each area en route, including great viewpoints, delightful detours, walks through historic towns and villages, outdoor activities, and various tours and trips. Our pick of the best places to stay, eat and shop Rules of the road addresses for satnavs, detailed directions for easy navigation, road conditions and parking tips, and useful travel, visa and health information Looking for more on France's culture, history, and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness France. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

DK Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast
DK Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast

Author: DK Travel

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2023-04-25

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 0744085608

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With vibrant city streets, sun-kissed beaches, ancient cities and island paradises on offer, it's hard to not fall in love with this region. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Naples and the Amalfi Coast with absolute ease. Our regularly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Naples and the Amalfi Coast into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best piazzas and fountains, beaches, romantic spots, restaurants and shops. You'll discover: - Seven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - Detailed Top 10 lists of Naples and the Amalfi Coast's must-sees, including comprehensive descriptions of the - Palazzo Reale, Castel Nuovo, Duomo, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Capodimonte, Certosa e Museo di San - - Martino, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Capri, Amalfi, Ravello, Positano and Paestum - Naples and the Amalfi Coast's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, savoring Neapolitan cuisine and sightseeing - Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including family activities, hidden gems off the beaten track and things to do for free - Street-smart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe DK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 2002. Looking for more on Italy's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Naples and the Amalfi Coast or our DK Eyewitness Italy.

Architecture
Architecture

Author: Francis D. K. Ching

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-07-16

Total Pages: 1784

ISBN-13: 1118004825

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A superb visual reference to the principles of architecture Now including interactive CD-ROM! For more than thirty years, the beautifully illustrated Architecture: Form, Space, and Order has been the classic introduction to the basic vocabulary of architectural design. The updated Third Edition features expanded sections on circulation, light, views, and site context, along with new considerations of environmental factors, building codes, and contemporary examples of form, space, and order. This classic visual reference helps both students and practicing architects understand the basic vocabulary of architectural design by examining how form and space are ordered in the built environment.? Using his trademark meticulous drawing, Professor Ching shows the relationship between fundamental elements of architecture through the ages and across cultural boundaries. By looking at these seminal ideas, Architecture: Form, Space, and Order encourages the reader to look critically at the built environment and promotes a more evocative understanding of architecture. In addition to updates to content and many of the illustrations, this new edition includes a companion CD-ROM that brings the book's architectural concepts to life through three-dimensional models and animations created by Professor Ching.

DK Eyewitness Sardinia
DK Eyewitness Sardinia

Author: DK Eyewitness

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-06-16

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0744028760

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Your journey starts here. Featuring DK's much-loved maps and illustrations, walks and information, plus all new, full-color photography, this 100% updated guide to Sardinia brings you the best of this characterful island in a brand-new, lightweight format. What's inside? - full-color photography, hand-drawn illustrations, and maps throughout - easy-to-follow walks, drives, tours, and itineraries - our pick of Sardinia's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gems - insider tips and information: when to visit, how to avoid the crowds, where to capture the perfect photo, and more - the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay - an area-by-area guide covering each corner of Sardinia, from Cagliari and the south to the north and Costa Smeralda - expert advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe Now in paperback and printed on quality lightweight paper, our Sardinia travel guide has been redesigned with you, the traveller, in mind, so you can take it wherever you go. Travelling around Italy? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Italy.