Many people think that Munich means beer, beer, another beer
- & the Alps. They might also recognise a church, a castle or two,
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Now the political & cultural mecca controlling the pulse of India, the vibrant capital city of Delhi has been ruled by many powerful empires & seduced many powerful rulers over the centuries. With a history that stretches back to ancient times, there are stories, relics, & memories embedded in every crevice & corner of the metropolis. This unusual guidebook invites readers on an adventure beyond the well-mapped & best-known landmarks to explore Delhi`s most hidden pleasures & unravel its most shrouded mysteries. Walk the byzantine lanes of Old Delhi, offer alcohol to a god, savour a biryani made by the emperors` cooks, meet the sitar maker to the Beatles, visit India`s oldest toy shop, gaze upon the abandoned statue of a legendary queen, & experience the many cities within the city. From tales of perfumers, emperors, & quaint local characters to bustling streets, legend-filled ruins, & ever-changing landscapes, discover the true essence of one of the most fascinating & evolving cities on the planet. ...

The ultimate illustrated insider`s guide to New Orleans
- Birthplace of Jazz, home to the world famous Mardi Gras, champion of
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You think you know Paris inside out? Then let yourself be surprised by this book! Written by three true connoisseurs, it tells you the secrets of the city. Curiosities, secret gardens, unknown museums, arts centres or very special hotels
- with this book you discover Paris off the beaten path, its hidden treasures, its legends, its stories.
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The Papal palace is familiar. But who would imagine finding an internees camp or milestones of modern architecture in Provence? Did you know that one of the biggest & most beautiful French bookstores is in a hamlet with 1, 000 inhabitants? Who knows the house in which Max Ernst lived before he went into exile? Who knows where you can buy salamis by the metre, & where the world`s deepest karst spring can be found? Far from the typical cliches, this book shows unknown niches in Provence
- 111 surprises large & small that tell stories & reveal the extraordinary.
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Staggering ethnic diversity, rich cultural history, & a robust arts scene make Queens one of the most exciting destinations in all of New York City. See & taste the world, travel back in time, & experience nature all without leaving the confines of Queens. Home to immigrants from Azerbaijan to Vietnam & everywhere in between, Queens is truly a melting pot of cultures & cuisines. Eat your way through China, Malaysia, Romania, & visit a Tibetan dumpling speakeasy
- no passport necessary. Visit the birthplace of religious freedom in America & then tour local Hindu, Thai & Korean temples. Marvel at migratory birds & terrapins & visit the oldest tree in New York City. Whether you`re a first time visitor or a long-time resident, you`ll find 111 hidden places in Queens. The most majestic of New York City`s boroughs is yours to explore & discover.
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Rio de Janeiro is a wonderful city. Truly, its location on Guanabara Bay is breath-taking. This book takes you to 111 places that the locals love & find special. Meet an artist who paints like Van Gogh & is passionate about showing visitors around his district. Travel up to a little church at the summit of the city`s first favela, where a charming woman from northern Brazil keeps watch. See how 200, 000 believers honour St George at four o`clock in the morning. Discover the strange, surprising & enchanting aspects of Rio de Janeiro, the world`s most beautiful city. ...

Twenty million tourists are drawn to Rome every year. They admire the Colosseum & St. Peter`s Cathedral, sit down on the Spanish Staircase, & stroll along the Campo de Fiori. But the Eternal City has much more to offer: secrets, clandestine spots, stories sunk into oblivion. Why, for example, is there a lighthouse, when Rome is not near the coast? Where is the grave of Pope Joan? What does the hangman`s cloak have to tell? Which landmark was nearly stolen? Where can you find the formula that supposedly turns lead into gold? Where do you get rewarded for impossible misbehaviour? & why is the world`s oldest baby hatch here, of all places? This book will bring you to spots that will show you Rome from a completely new side. ...

Theatre & pigtailed wigs
- there is far more to Salzburg than that, & more than the Salzburg Festival & Mozart, as well. This
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