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Annapurna area at 1:135, 000 approx. on indexed, light, waterproof & tear-resistant hiking map, with a plan of the Kathmandu/ Patan area including an enlargement of the Thamel district, plus an overview map of the whole country. The map is part of a series covering Nepal’s four most popular trekking areas. The maps were prepared by the NGS/ Trails Illustrated team responsible for the highly acclaimed hiking maps of national parks in the USA, in cooperation with the Nepa Maps (Himalayan Maphouse), publishers of a wide range of trekking maps of Nepal. Contours (see below) with additional spot heights, relief shading & colouring for glaciers & forested areas present the topography of each area. The maps show settlements, roads & trekking routes, as well as extensive information for tourists: local airports, lodgings & campsites, numerous places of interest including temples, monasteries, caves, waterfalls, etc. Map ticks at intervals of 1` indicate latitude & longitude. An index of localities

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a list of peaks, passes & lakes. Sherpa spellings are used within the Khumbu area & Nepali spellings elsewhere in the country. On the reverse of each title, a general road map of the whole of Nepal highlights the country’s national parks & nature reserves. Also included is a street plan of Kathmandu with Patan, plus an enlargement for the central Thamel area of the city. The two plans highlight hotels & guesthouses, restaurants, banks, embassies & consulates, places of interest, etc.* In this title:* the map covers the whole of the Annapurna circuit between Pokhara & Jomoson. Contours are at 100m intervals & all peak heights are also given in metres. Latitude & longitude margin ticks are at 1` intervals. Please note: the cover incorrectly identifies this title as No. 3001 in the series – its correct number is 3003, as shown inside).

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Annapurna & Mustang area in the Newgrove Consultants’ series covering the course of Great Himalaya Trail High Route at 1:100, 000 on nine maps printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic paper. The map is double-sided, with a very generous overlap between the sides, & covers the GHT High Route between the Niwar Pass, across the northern part of the Annapurna Circuit, to Hokam in the Manaslu Conservation Area. The base map, derived from satellite imagery, has contours at 200m intervals enhanced by relief shading & colouring to show glaciers, the snow line at 6000m, barren l&, forests, etc. Numerous spot heights are marked in the high-laying areas, but not very many & in places none on the south side of the trail. Important peaks & mountain passes are prominently marked. Boundaries of national parks & other protected areas are also shown. The High Route of the GHT is clearly highlighted & adjoining local routes are divided into main trails & footpaths. Icons indicate locations of campsites & hotels/lodges, health posts, stupas, gompas & mani walls both along the GHT itself & in other locations on the map. Settlements are graded into large towns, towns, villages & small villages. The maps have latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 5’. All information is in English. Seven of the maps are double-sided, with the last three maps covering the easternmost part of the country from Rolwaling Himal & Mt Everest to Kanchenjunga on single-sided maps. PEASE NOTE: Sheet No. 1, Far West, covers an area outside the course of the High Route. It shows the route of the Lower Great Himalaya Trail. According to the publishers’ notes: “ The maps have been created & published by Newgrove Consultants on behalf of The Great Himalaya Trail Development Programme which is funded by the UK Department for International Development & managed by SNV Netherland’s Development Organization. United Nations World Tourism Organization through its “ Sustainable Tourism – Eliminating Poverty” programme ahs played a key role in bringing the project into fruition. The maps are based on data from the National Geographic Information Infrastructure Programme (NGIIP) of Nepal. The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) also provided low scale data. Trekkers & guides have been consulted on current routes.” ...
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Annapurna Base Camp trekking map at 1:50, 000 in the Nepa Maps series which provides extensive coverage of trekking areas of Nepal on detailed contoured maps with trekking routes & hiking trails, huts & camp sites, local places of interest & other tourist information. The map covers the trekking route from Pokhara to Annapurna ...
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Annapurna Base Camp trekking map at 1:50, 000 from Nepa Maps, covering the trekking route from Pokhara to Annapurna’s South Base Camp & the Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fish Tail) Base Camp, & beyond them showing the climbing routes to Tharpu Chuli (Tent Peak) & Singu Chuli (Fluted Peak). Also highlighted are various trekking routes on the lower slopes west of Pokhara, including the Ghorepani
- Ghandruk Trek & the routes to the west & south base camps of Mardi Himal. Contours are at 40m intervals. The index lists settlements, peaks, base camps, passes & lakes. Margin ticks give latitude & longitude at 2’30” intervals. Also included is a profile of the Annapurna BC route & a table showing the route in stages with altitudes in metres & feet, plus trekking times. Titles in this Nepa Maps series have cartography is based on the country’s topographic survey, with contours usually at 40m or 50m intervals, enhanced by relief shading, colouring & graphics to show various features of the terrain, including glaciers, forested or cultivated areas, etc. Numerous peaks, with additional spot heights, plus names of glaciers & mountain ranges are prominently shown. The network of rivers, streams & lakes is shown in great detail, with many smaller rivers & lakes named. Overprint highlights main trekking routes & numerous local trails, with symbols indicating various places of interest & tourist facilities. Most maps are indexed & include additional information such as route profiles, glossaries, etc. All the information is in English & heights are given in metres. To see other titles in this series please click in the series link.
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Trekking Atlas of the Annapurna region from the Kolkata/ Calcutta based Milestone Books, combining 15 maps at scales from 1:50, 000 to 1:82, 000 & an overview map of the whole Annapurna Circuit at 1:125, 000. The main Annapurna circuit via Muktinath & Jomson is presented on 12 pages, with three more pages covering the eastern approaches to the Tilicho Lake & the trails along the Modi Khola up to the Machhaphuchhare & the Annapurna Base Camps. Pages with the sectional maps open to a convenient size of 28x 28cm & each contains a map panel, a small satellite view of the area from Google Earth & a route profile. The maps have contour lines at 400m intervals superimposed on a base with relief shading & altitude colouring, although the colouring & the shading does not always coincide with the contour lines. Heights for peaks, passes & selected settlements are given both in metres & in feet. Symbols indicate locations with tourist accommodation, tea houses, medical facilities & temples or monasteries. Route profiles are without any altitude markings so provide only a general idea of the change in elevation. The maps have no geographical coordinates. PLEASE NOTE: scales vary – adjoining maps may not be at the same scale, but the scale is clearly shown on each panel. The atlas also contains a larger, 76x 56cm fold-out map covering the whole area from Pokhara to Kagbeni, the northern point of the Annapurna Circuit. The map has no contours, just relief shading & colouring, & shows peaks, passes & selected settlements with altitude both in metres & feet. Both the main routes shown on the sectional maps & other trekking trails are highlighted. The map has no geographical coordinates. ...
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About this map: Covers the whole of the Annapurna massif & the hiking route around it. About the series: Maps designed specifically for the trekker, presenting the topography by line drawings of mountain ridges, with main peaks & passes shown with their height above sea level. The maps also show rivers & settlements & clearly indicate trekking routes. On the reverse are descriptions of suggested routes & other information about the area. ...
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Annapurna, Naar & Phu, map no. 107, at 1:125, 000 on a waterproof & tear-resistant trekking map from the Himalayan Map House in their series covering the whole of northern Nepal. The map shows the whole of the Annapurna Circuit including the spur northwards to Naar & Phu & the variant across Tilicho Lake, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Machhapuchhre/ Machapuchare (Fish Tail) Model Trek, the Khayer Barash & Ghorepani – Ghandruk treks, & the Siklis trek. Also highlighted are the relevant sections of the GHT Cultural Trail & the GHT High Route. Contours are at 80m intervals. Route profile shows the Annapurna section of the GHT High Route between Dharapani & Kagbeni. Cartography in these waterproof editions, first published in 2011, is identical to what Himalayan Map House use in most maps in their other series, published under the Nepa Maps imprint. Contours are at intervals of 80m or 40m (please check individual descriptions), with relief shading plus colouring to show different types of terrain or vegetation. The maps show names of numerous chains, peaks glaciers, valleys, rivers, lakes, etc. Main trekking routes are prominently highlighted, as are selected settlements along them, indicating where tourist accommodation & other services are provided. Also clearly marked are campsites or base camps & various places of interest. The maps also show other local trekking paths, often providing variants or shortcuts to the main routes. The maps are not indexed. Latitude & longitude coordinates are given as margin ticks at 5’ intervals. Unless indicated to the contrary in its individual description, each map also

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a profile of the main trekking route (s) across its area & provides on the inside cover other relevant information, including stage-by-stage distances & timings. The maps are published on thick, sturdy, waterproof & tear-resistant plastic.* For maps not currently in stock please check availability of corresponding titles in the publishers’ other series under the Nepa Maps imprint. Although printed on paper, most titles are indexed & some are at larger scales and/or include enlargements.

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Annapurna, Naar & Phu, map no. 107, at 1:125, 000 on a waterproof & tear-resistant trekking map from the Himalayan Map House in their series covering the whole of northern Nepal. The map shows the whole of the Annapurna Circuit including the spur northwards to Naar & Phu & the variant across Tilicho Lake, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Machhapuchhre/ Machapuchare (Fish Tail) Model Trek, the Khayer Barash & Ghorepani ...
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Annapurna trekking guide from Cicerone Press with 14 classic routes, including the Annapurna Circuit, the route to the Annapurna Sanctuary & treks in the Mustang area, all presented with detailed descriptions, route profiles & sketch maps. The guide presents this region of Nepal in three sections: the Annapurna Circuit (covered by over 80 pages) & the Sanctuary treks including the Ghorepani Circuit & the Annapurna
- Dhaulagiri route; the region north of the Annapurna Massif with the Mustang trek & the route to Nar-Phu; plus other interesting trails in the region including the Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail Mt.) trek, the Silkis route along the ridges north & east of Pokhara, & routes in the Lamjung Himal. Detailed stage-by stage descriptions are accompanied by elevation profiles & each trek in presented on an overall sketch map. Special panels provide descriptions & background information on major sites & places of interest along each trek. Extensive 65-page opening chapter provides general information & travel tips, including map recommendations for the Himalayan Map House / Nepa Maps range, all available from Stanfords
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This guidebook describes 14 multi-day treks in Nepal`s captivating Annapurna region, among the foothills of the mighty Himalaya. Routes range between 24km & 200km (15-124 miles) & between 4 & 23 days, with maximum altitudes from 1750m to 5416m. With accommodation options including a mixture of homestay, camping & lodges, trekkers have the opportunity to immerse themselves in their surroundings & experience the warmth & richness of Nepalese hospitality & culture. As well as detailed route description & sketch mapping, the guide presents a wealth of information to help make the most of a trip, including practical advice on transport, visas & permits, when to go, what to take & health & safety. There are notes on different styles of trekking, tips on cultural etiquette & fascinating background information on the region`s history, plants & wildlife, culture & religion. Areas covered include Machhapuchhre, Pokhara & Lamjung Himal. The varied treks showcase this inspiring landscape, offering stunning vistas of snow-clad peaks & verdant valleys. From the classic Annapurna Circuit & Annapurna Sanctuary to lesser-known routes, this is the definitive guide to exploring Nepal`s most popular trekking region. ...
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Annapurna Trekking Guide

Annapurna Trekking Guide from Milestone Books with very detailed and informative stage-by-stage descriptions of the Annapurna Circuit and the trek to the Machhaphuchhare and the Annapurna Base Camps. Each route is presented on coloured map extracts from the accompanying separate fold-out map, includes a route profile, and illustrated with numerous colour photos. The description of the Annapurna Circuit includes the spur from Manang to the Tilicho Lake, and the guide also covers shorter treks in the southern part of the region around Ghorepani and Ghandruk.In addition to practical advice and background information about the region, the guide also includes a chapter on the fascinating story of the 1950 epic French ascent of Annapurna I, the first `eight-thousander` ever climbed.The
guide comes with a separate fold-out map of the whole region at 1:125, 000 highlighting the two routes and other local trekking trails (this map is also included as part of the publishers` Annapurna Trekking Atlas).
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Annapurna Trekking Guide from Milestone Books with very detailed & informative stage-by-stage descriptions of the Annapurna Circuit & the trek to the Machhaphuchhare & the Annapurna Base Camps. Each route is presented on coloured map extracts from the accompanying separate fold-out map,

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a route profile, & illustrated with numerous colour photos. The description of the Annapurna Circuit

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the spur from Manang to the Tilicho Lake, & the guide also covers shorter treks in the southern part of the region around Ghorepani & Ghandruk. In addition to practical advice & background information about the region, the guide also

Includes::
a chapter on the fascinating story of the 1950 epic French ascent of Annapurna I, the first `eight-thousander` ever climbed. The guide comes with a separate fold-out map of the whole region at 1:125, 000 highlighting the two routes & other local trekking trails (this map is also included as part of the publishers` Annapurna Trekking Atlas).

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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