Download or read book Abkhazia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-25 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abkhazia is a country that seceded from -- but is still claimed by -- Georgia. It lies mainly on the eastern shores of the Black Sea in the Caucasus region. To its northwest, across the Psou River is Russia; the Russian city of Sochi is nearby. To its east, across the Enguri River, lies Northwestern Georgia. The Greater Caucasus mountain range occupies its northern territory. The coastal lowlands have a subtropical climate. In Abkhazia's small area snow-covered mountains meet beaches, caves and lakes. A long human history has left an architectural and cultural legacy that complements its natural beauty. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Pitsunda Abkhazia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-28 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pitsunda is a resort town in Abkhazia, 25 km away from Gagra. Excavations guided by Andria Apakidze unearthed, in 1952, remains of three 4th-century churches and a bath with high-quality mosaic floors. The former "Great Pityus" harbour is now a mere lake within the town. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book New Athos Abkhazia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-28 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New Athos (or Novy Afon) is a town on the Black Sea Coast of Abkhazia, northwest of Sukhumi. Town exists since the 3rd century when it was a large ancient Greek port town of Anacopia. And its ruins still could be found in outskirts of New Athos. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Georgia Country Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-26 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Georgia is a country in the Caucasus. Sandwiched between Russia in the north and Turkey in the south, it sits along the coast of the Black Sea. It is a rather mountainous country and is home to some of Europe's highest mountain peaks. Despite its modest size, Georgia presents a large mix of other landscapes and micro-climates, ranging from dry wine-growing valleys in the east, to lush Black Sea resorts in the west. In testament to this rich heritage, Georgia's cities and countryside are complete with medieval churches, several of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Nagorno Karabakh Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-25 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nagorno-Karabakh officially the Republic of Artsakh, is a country in the Caucasus. It is internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan, but is closely linked in every way to Armenia and accessible only through Armenia. The region is mostly mountainous and forested. The major cities of the region are Stepanakert, which serves as the capital of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic, and Shusha, which lies partially in ruins. Vineyards, orchards, and mulberry groves for silkworms are developed in the valleys. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Kutaisi Georgia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-30 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kutaisi is a relatively pleasant city, without as many "tourist features" as some regions. However, foreigners are treated very well in Kutaisi. You will find people will be very kind to you, and will want to learn a little about you. A visit here is near mandatory to see the magnificent Bagrati Cathedral, and Gelati Monastery, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites, and have commanding views from the mountain slopes over the city and the Rioni river. You should also visit the Kutaisi botanical garden which features many beautiful trees near the Riono river. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Baku Azerbaijan Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-25 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Baku, also known as Baky or Bakı, is the largest city in the Caucasus and the capital of Azerbaijan. Baku is on the coast of the Caspian Sea on the southern tip of the Absheron Peninsula. There are three major divisions in Baku: the Old Town, the Soviet-built city, and the newest part of the city. The population as of January 2012 was 2,122,300. The city of Baku is on the hot and dusty Absheron peninsula. The center of Baku is a patch of green in a largely brown area because of the many liters of water that is piped to the city every day. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Ganja Azerbaijan Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-13 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ganja is one of the oldest cities in the Caucasus, and has long been one of the most important in Azerbaijan. The name Ganja means wide derived from a word "gan" (wide). Ganja is an ancient city of Azerbaijan which is settled in the fifth century. The reference to Ganja could be found in the book "Kitabi Dada Korkut" ( the historical literature work of Oghuzs, the ancestors of Azerbaijani turks.) Having been subjected to a seemingly endless stream of invading armies, its name has changed repeatedly over the years. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Vladivostok Russia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-19 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vladivostok is a city in Primorsky_Krai, Russia. It serves as the eastern terminus of the Trans-Siberian Railway and a major Pacific port. Some travellers arrive here at the end or the beginning of a trip on the Trans-Siberian. But it has enough attractions and atmosphere to support a couple of days. Civil engineering buffs can gawk at the numerous construction marvels peppering the city streets since the 2012 APEC Summit, including the two enormous bridges across the Golden Horn Bay and Eastern Bosporus strait. Locals are more ambivalent about all that construction, but the bridges and hotels nevertheless already have become a frequent visitor attractions, and the Golden Horn one is greatly praised by the locals. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Sochi Russia Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-19 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sochi is often called the unofficial 'Summer Capital' of Russia, or the Black Sea Pearl. This is the country's biggest and busiest summer sea resort, attracting more than 4 million visitors annually with its amazing mountainous coastline, endless shingle beaches, warm sunny days, and bustling nightlife. From May to September Sochi's population at least doubles with tourists, including celebrities and political elite of the country. Sochi has many attractions to offer for anyone who loves nature, sports, history, and sunny beach leisure. This Black Sea Pearl is still waiting to be discovered. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Trabzon Turkey Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trabzon is the largest city in the Eastern Karadeniz region of Turkey. Trabzon functioned as an independent state or empire during several periods in its long history, ruling over a vast area from Sinop in the west to Georgia in the east, even including territory in Crimea. Within Turkey Trabzon is known as a hospitable, energetic, traditional and patriotic city, which is culturally somewhat distinct from the rest of the country. A major trade centre since times immemorial, and visited by Marco Polo among many others, Trabzon is today one of the major cities of Turkey's northeastern coast. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Tashkent Uzbekistan Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-20 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is an ancient city on the Great Silk Road from China to Europe. Little remains of the ancient city after the 1966 earthquake and earlier modernisation work following the 1917 revolution. Tashkent remains a Soviet-era city that has little remaining from its ancient Central Asian past. The city has a mixture of modern new office buildings, hotels, parks, and crumbling Soviet-style apartment blocks. The streets are generally clean and there are not too many potholes in the city centre. To the visitor, the new city looks very impressive. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Kazakhstan Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-09 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country and, as the world's ninth biggest country by area. Its lack of significant historical sites and endless, featureless steppe repel as many visitors as are captivated by the emptiness and mystery of this goliath state. Baikonur is the famous cosmodrome site for the launch of the first manned orbital flight by Yuri Gagarin. Because of its cold and windy weather, visiting saunas with friends is very popular in Kazakhstan. Saunas are an excellent place to discuss business issues or just socialize with friends. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Lonely Planet Georgia Armenia Azerbaijan written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2016-04-01 with total page 547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the historic winding lanes of Old Town, Georgia, slow down in Azerbaijan at an outdoor cafe, and take in the views at Armenia's mountaintop monasteries; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan and begin your journey now! Inside the Lonely Planet Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, landscape, architecture, greetings, etiquette Over 52 colour maps Covers Georgia, Tbilisi, Abkhazia, Adjara, Great Cauasus, Kakheti, Samtskhe-Javakheti, Armenia, Terevan, Azerbaijan, Baku, Naxcivan, Nagorno-Karabakh and more. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards winner in Favorite Travel Guide category for 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Download or read book Turkey Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-03-26 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turkey offers a wealth of destination varieties to travellers: from dome-and-minaret filled skyline of Istanbul to Roman ruins along the western and southern coasts, from heavily indendated coastline against a mountainous backdrop of Lycia and wide and sunny beaches of Pamphylia to cold and snowy mountains of the East, from crazy "foam parties" of Bodrum to Middle Eastern-flavoured cities of Southeastern Anatolia, from verdant misty mountains of Eastern Black Sea to wide steppe landscapes of Central Anatolia, there is something for everyone's taste--whether they be travelling on an extreme budget by hitchhiking or by a multi-million yacht. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Download or read book Georgia Travel Guide 2020 written by Mariam Gudzuadze and published by Oppian. This book was released on 2020-02-22 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Georgia Travel Guide 2020 will help you plan your trip to this beautiful country in the Caucasius region. The guide book contains up to the date information about local cuisine, transportation, interesting places to visit, accomodation options, security and the history of Georgia. Written by a native who has tons of useful knowledge, Georgia Travel Guide 2020 is a handy and useful passport to the best in Georgia!

Download or read book Kyrgyzstan Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-09 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kyrgyzstan is a Central Asian country of incredible natural beauty and proud nomadic traditions. It has the most liberal tourist visa policy in Central Asia and one of the more progressive post-Soviet governments in the region. It is called the Switzerland of Central Asia. There are many great hiking opportunities in Kyrgyzstan, ranging from easy walks to proper mountain climbing. The most popular destinations are Ala Kul near Karakol. The classic way to see Kyrgyzstan is on the saddle of a horse, as the Kyrgyz are famous horsemen dating back to the days of Genghis Khan. There are several tourist agencies that arrange horse trekking. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.