The Mysteries of the Marco Polo Maps

The Mysteries of the Marco Polo Maps
Author: Benjamin B. Olshin
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 197
Release: 2014-10-29
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 022614982X

Concerns a collection of maps and associated documents claimed to be from Marco Polo's time or that of his daughters (as many of the maps have the name or one or another of the three daughters on them). Discusses provenance, authenticity, and history of the documents, known to scholars as "the Marco Polo Maps" since 1948, here discussed fully for the first time.

Sicily's Interior

Sicily's Interior
Author: Joanne Lane
Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc
Total Pages: 245
Release: 2011-02-06
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1556500564

"A great new resource." --Travel + Leisure. "The perfect companion for planning." --Rutgers Magazine. "These useful travel guides are highly recommended." --Library Journal. There aren't many places in the world you can ski and then hit the beach afterwards for a refreshing dip; see Greek, Roman, Etruscan, medieval and Arabic architecture all in the same town; and meet some of the friendliest people in the world. The richness in culture is demonstrated in the theater, cinema and art found everywhere. The Mafia, the wines and foods, the astonishing history - all are explored in this guidebook. Full color throughout. This is excerpted from our full guide to Sicily. This guide focuses on Sicily's interior - the provinces of Enna, Caltanisetta and Caltagirone, encompassing the vast central part of Sicily. If you want to see more traditional Sicilian life, this is where you should come. The mountainous interior has great beauty and remains substantially underdeveloped compared to the coast. The archaeological ruins, amazing cities and some of Sicily's best festivals make it well worth seeing. Among the highlights: The castles of Cerami, Troina and Cesaro; A walking itinerary past Sperlinga's troglodytic houses; Sant'Angelo Muxaro - Trek, bike or horseback ride around the hilltop town to ancient tombs, drop into caves and enjoy the traditional foods and festivals; Corleone+- Famous for its Mafia associations; Villa Romana del Casale - The ancient mosaics at the villa outside Piazza Armerina; Explore the woods of Ficuzza on foot, bike or horseback; See the ancient ruins of Morgantina.

Dresden Marco Polo Guide

Dresden Marco Polo Guide
Author: Marco Polo
Publisher: Mair Dumont Marco Polo
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2014-05-28
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 382970755X

Most travellers want to have fun and feel relaxed from the moment they arrive at their holiday destination - that's what Marco Polo Guides are all about. This new series will appeal to all types of travellers, including those who haven't bought a travel guide in the past! Marco Polo's unique insider tips are peppered throughout the guide - offering a real insight into the destination. Includes special tips for when it rains, things to do for free, chill out and relax. Where to start - tells the reader the ideal starting point to explore the city / destination, how to get there: by car or public transport, where to park the car... and much more! The perfect day / perfect route - the best way to get to know a destination for those with limited time. Practical information on shopping, food and drink and much more - plus a phrasebook section. Also includes a fully indexed street atlas AND a pull-out map. And the best bit... all this for only £5.99!

Top 10 Sicily

Top 10 Sicily
Author: Elaine Trigiani
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2011-07-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0756684854

DK Eyewitness Top 10: Sicily gives you all the information you need when visiting Sicily. Whether you wish to visit the astonishing Aeolian Islands, scale Mount Etna - Europe's largest volcano, visit the incredible art galleries, or shop in the amazing markets; this travel guide to Sicily is packed with essential information for every corner of the island, whatever your budget. Dozens of Sicily Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 idyllic beaches in Sicily to the Top 10 festivals, local wines and restaurants - this travel guide provides the insider knowledge every visitor needs, there's even a list of the Top 10 Things to Avoid! The Top 10 Sicily travel guide is packed with beautiful illustrations and detailed cutaways of the greatest attractions Sicily has to offer, with comprehensive reviews and recommendations of Sicily's best hotels, markets, festivals, shopping, and nightlife to ensure you don't miss a thing! Your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in Sicily.

Marco Polo Maxi Atlas Europe

Marco Polo Maxi Atlas Europe
Author: Marco Polo Travel Publishing
Publisher: Marco Polo Travel Publishing, Limited
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-05-20
Genre: Europe
ISBN: 9783829737456

The Marco Polo Europe Maxi Atlas is the most up-to-date road atlas on the market and features all the key travel routes from the North Cape to Sicily and Lisbon to Cyprus. The ultra-clear cartography provides an excellent overview for the driver. Ideal for travel planning and an invaluable companion for driving safely and confidently to all the popular European holiday destinations. - Includes Europe planning map with a scale of 1: 4.5 million - Overview map of Europe with a scale of 1: 10 million - Comprehensive index of place names - 28-language legend - Overview of all country flags - Scale: 1: 750 000.

Munich Marco Polo Guide

Munich Marco Polo Guide
Author: Karl Forster
Publisher: Mair Dumont Marco Polo
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2013-01-02
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 3829707193

Marco Polo Guides are packed with unique insider tips. Straightforward information is presented in an engaging format which will appeal to the young and the young at heart. Includes a street atlas and a separate pull-out map.

Sicily

Sicily
Author: Dorling Kindersley, Inc.
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2009
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0756661218

Describes the sights and attractions of Sicily, suggests hotels, restaurants, shopping areas, and entertainment, and provides practical travel tips.

Maps & Civilization

Maps & Civilization
Author: Norman J. W. Thrower
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2008-11-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 0226799751

In this concise introduction to the history of cartography, Norman J. W. Thrower charts the intimate links between maps and history from antiquity to the present day. A wealth of illustrations, including the oldest known map and contemporary examples made using Geographical Information Systems (GIS), illuminate the many ways in which various human cultures have interpreted spatial relationships. The third edition of Maps and Civilization incorporates numerous revisions, features new material throughout the book, and includes a new alphabetized bibliography. Praise for previous editions of Maps and Civilization: “A marvelous compendium of map lore. Anyone truly interested in the development of cartography will want to have his or her own copy to annotate, underline, and index for handy referencing.”—L. M. Sebert, Geomatica

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sicily

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sicily
Author:
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2013-10-10
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1465413588

The DK Eyewitness Sicily Travel Guide is your indispensible guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel guide will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus or car. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Sicily effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Sicily Travel Guide - showing you what others only tell you. Now available in PDF format.