DK Eyewitness Australia

DK Eyewitness Australia
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 590
Release: 2018-01-16
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1465496483

Whether you want to climb the Sydney harbor bridge, ride the perfect wave at Bondi Beach, watch the sun set over Ayers Rock, or stroll the cosmopolitan streets of Melbourne, this guide is your ultimate travel companion. The best places to visit in Australia are showcased with fantastic photography and detailed descriptions, plus DK's unique illustrations and floor plans. Packed with valuable insider information such as Sydney's best beaches and Melbourne's buzzing shopping districts, along with a wealth of practical tips including hotel and restaurant listings, transportation maps, suggested itineraries, and tours of unmissable sights, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Australia is the only guide you'll need. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Australia truly shows you this city as no one else can.

Eyewitness Australia

Eyewitness Australia
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-10-25
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0241418402

Whether you want to enjoy a spectacular sunrise at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, sip craft beer in one of Melbourne’s many hidden bars or drive along the epic Great Ocean Road, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Australia has to offer. Australia's scintillating cities are home to world-class galleries, burgeoning foodie scenes and a lively nightlife. Beyond the urban landscape lie some of the most diverse natural wonders on earth. From the sun, sand and surf of Australia’s 10,000 beaches and tropical islands to the World Heritage-listed rainforests, underwater coral gardens and hauntingly beautiful arid interior – this epic landscape never fails to mesmerize and surprise. Our updated guide brings Australia 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 country's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. We’ve also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. DK Eyewitness Australia is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Australia you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Australia’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 - Color-coded chapters to every part of Australia, from Queensland to New South Wales, Tasmania to Victoria - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay - Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the country easily and confidently - Covers: Sydney, New South Wales, Canberra and Australian Capital, Territory, Victoria Tasmania, South Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory, Western Australia Only visiting Sydney? Look out for DK Eyewitness Sydney or the pocket-sized Top 10 Sydney. 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 Sydney Travel Guide

DK Eyewitness Sydney Travel Guide
Author: DK Travel
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1465472630

From the colonial history in the streets of the Rocks neighborhood, to Aboriginal art in the Art Gallery of New South Wales, a visit to the iconic Sydney Opera House, to climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge-this easy-to-use guide provides all the information you need. Just beyond Sydney, discover landscapes of outstanding beauty, such as the Royal National Park, the Blue Mountains, and the vineyards of the Hunter Valley. Plus there are suggestions for scenic walking and driving tours and for the best shops, markets, bars, and restaurants in Sydney. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney. + Hotel and restaurant listings and recommendations. + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights and restaurants. + Detailed city maps include street finder index for easy navigation. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Suggested day-trips and itineraries to explore beyond the city. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney truly shows you this city as no one else can.

Shark

Shark
Author: Miranda MacQuitty
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022
Genre:
ISBN:

Describes, in text and photographs, the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of various types of sharks.

Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece
Author: Anne Pearson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780241617335

Step back in time to an ancient world of mythical beasts, bow down to gods and goddesses, and take a trip to the first Olympics Experience the glory of ancient Greece in this detailed introduction to one of the world's founding nations. Meet a fierce minotaur, wage war with Alexander the Great, look inside a temple, and learn how the people of ancient Greece lived their lives. Find out about their religions, their hobbies, and their amazing impact on the rest of our history. DK Eyewitness Ancient Greeceis crammed full of fascinating information, statistics, and facts. Stunning photography, maps, paintings, and lots of artefacts will help you to learn what life was like at this time. Learn why Greek pottery is so famous, discover how children played, and take a look at what people wore. Part of the best-selling DK Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature - fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

Aztec

Aztec
Author: Elizabeth Baquedano
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Total Pages: 75
Release: 2011-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1405345438

DK Eyewitness Aztec is a spectacular and informative guide to the rise and fall of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayas, who built vast empires and left behind a legacy of mystery and wonder. Incredible colour photographs offer your child a unique "eyewitness" view of these amazing civilisations. Show your child how jewellery was made, and learn what kind of food the Aztecs ate, how the Incas built their homes, and how the Mayan calendar worked. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the Aztecs. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at www.dk.com/clipart.

Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt
Author: George Hart
Publisher: DK Children
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Egypt
ISBN: 9781465420909

In Eyewitness: Ancient Egypt, travel back in time and discover one of history's most remarkable civilizations -- from the legends of the great Pharaohs to the triumphs of the ordinary people. Explore the inside of the Great Pyramid in Giza, or learn how Tutankhamun's tomb was found. Images and supported text throughout the book showcase the pottery, weapons and other objects Ancient Egyptians left behind, the architecture they created, the food they ate, their system of Hieroglyphic writing, and more, giving an eyewitness account of this incredible empire. For over 25 years, DK's Eyewitness books have been the most trusted nonfiction series in classrooms, libraries, and homes around the world. In summer 2014 this award-winning series will get a fresh new look both inside and out. The introduction of paperback editions, eye-catching jackets, and updated interiors ensure that the Eyewitness series will continue to be relevant in the ever-changing world of education and remain the go-to source for homework help, research projects, reluctant readers, ESL students, and, as always, to satisfy the minds of curious kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Crystal & Gem

Crystal & Gem
Author: R. F. Symes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Crystallography
ISBN:

Describes the basic shapes of crystals and other aspects of crystallography, including how they form in nature, how crystals are studied and identified, what gives them their amazing color, and how they are used in everyday life.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney
Author:
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2012-10-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0756695589

Now available in PDF format. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney will lead you through the best attractions the city has to offer, including fully illustrated coverage of all the major sights from Sydney Opera House to Taronga Zoo. The fully updated guide includes unique illustrated cutaways, floor plans, and reconstructions of the city's architecture, plus a city map clearly marked with attractions from the guidebook and an easy-to-use street index. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney provides all the insider tips you need, whether you're enjoying a boat tour around Sydney Harbour or eating breakfast on Bondi Beach. Detailed listings will guide you to hotels, restaurants, nightlife, and entertainment for all budgets. Street maps guide you through the city, and include reliable information on getting around. With up-to-date information on getting around by car, train, bus, ferry, and on foot-plus all the sights, beaches, festivals, and pubs listed by area, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sydney is your essential travel companion.

DK Eyewitness Back Roads Australia

DK Eyewitness Back Roads Australia
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2017-03-21
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1465465197

Take a journey through the back roads of Australia to discover the area's real soul and charm. Twenty-four themed drives, each lasting one to five days, reveal breathtaking views, hidden gems, and authentic local experiences that can only be discovered by road. Each tour is bursting with insider knowledge and loaded with ideas for varied activities, from short walks and longer hikes to days on the beach or at a spa, to wine tours, cycling trips, and watersports. Meanwhile, the most friendly, best-value hotels and guesthouses, as well as restaurants specializing in regional produce, have been selected by expert authors. Discover the unexpected on your road trip with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Back Roads Australia.