Syria: Guides to Destinations Worldwide

New for 2008, Travellers Syria is the perfect guidebook for visitors wanting to discover the country's incredibly rich array of historic treasures, ancient cities, awe- inspiring castles and stunning natural landscapes. It provides expert advice, tracking down the best sights and experiences. It includes Suggested Itineraries and Highlights sections to help you make the most out of your trip. It offers a detailed background on people, geography, culture and history, including features on the Assad dynasty, the Druze, Mosque architecture and the hammam. It provides clear and accurate mapping for orientation at country, individual island and city levels. It describes suggested walks and tours to somewhere a little different, including a walk through Damascus Old City, a drive among the Cities of the Dead and a stroll around Old Aleppo. It offers impartial and dependable sleeping, eating and entertainment listings. It is in full colour throughout, with over 140 photographs.Thomas Cook Publishing Staff is the author of 'Syria: Guides to Destinations Worldwide', published 2008 under ISBN 9781841579542 and ISBN 1841579548.