| Description |
335 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 31 cm |
| Summary |
"Delving into the heart and soul of more than 225 cities around the globe, The World's Best Cities is a glossy, glorious tribute to cosmopolitan life. In photos and words, this irresistible volume showcases long-established great cities like Paris, Rome, New York, London, and Tokyo, as well as exciting up-and-comers, including Denver, Asheville, Oslo, and Abu Dhabi. As readable as it is beautiful, this expansive travel guide offers a playful, informative mix of inspirational personal narratives; photo galleries, and fun facts; plus sidebars on oddities; where to find the best food and shopping; novels that capture a particular city's atmosphere; local secrets; and more. Many additional cities appear in illustrated lists, such as eco-friendly cities, foodie cities; and happiest cities. The twenty-first century is the Century of the City, and on-the-go visitors and armchair travelers alike will make The World's Best Cities a must-have volume to accompany all their urban adventures"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Subject |
Cities and towns -- Guidebooks.
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City and town life.
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Travel -- Guidebooks.
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Voyages and travels.
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| Genre |
Guidebooks.
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| Added Author |
National Geographic Society (U.S.), issuing body.
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| Added Title |
celebrating two hundred twenty great destinations |
| ISBN |
9781426213786 (hardback) |
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1426213786 (hardback) |
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