Tibet: A Travel Survival Kit
β Scribed by Michael Buckley and Robert Strauss
- Publisher
- Lonely Planet
- Year
- 1986
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 274
- Edition
- 1
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
The magnificent Potala palace, a barren and beautiful land, and a fascinating culture are just some of the unique attractions which make remote Tibet an extraordinary travel destination.
After centuries of isolation, Tibet is now officially open to individual travellers.
This comprehensive guidebook has concise background information and all the facts on how to get there, how to get around, where to stay, where to eat, what to see... and more.
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