| Lonely Planet--Egypt takes a practical approach
to its readers and audience. It steers away from the hippie
flavour of The
Rough Guide (where the virtues of sleeping on a friendly
native's roof are dwelled on at the expense of more mundane
information) and adopts a tone that is sensible and thoughtful,
though not timid.
The information is thorough and for the most part accurate. Particularly useful
are the suggested highlights for every major city, which, though doomed to
meet with dissent, generally provide a good foundation for planning an itinerary.
The inclusion of good, colour photographs is also a benefit. There are some
notable weaknesses. Maps are disjointed and difficult to relate to each other,
and there are vital moments where the guide shies away from making specific
recommendations or suggesting priorities. This can make choosing which of Cairo's
mosques or Luxor's West Bank tombs to visit a slightly hit-and-miss affair,
especially if your time is limited.
An early disclaimer wails (justifiably) that "Things change", and there are
already some areas where the information is incorrect. However, if you're a
tourist, rather than a traveller, with weeks rather than months to spend in
Egypt (and you're ready to view a guide book as a guide, rather than as an
authority), then this may well be the single best book with which to plan and
enjoy your visit. -- Richard Kelly
Synopsis
This travel guide to Egypt contains information needed by visitors on any budget,
including advice on getting there, accommodation, local cuisine, places to
visit, language tips, and health and safety. This edition includes a guide
to Egyptian gods, goddesses and ancient architecture.
This is a must-have guide to Egypt
| Reviewer: Undisclosed from Bedfordshire,
United Kingdom |
We visited Egypt over Xmas 2002 and this was the only guide book we had and needed!
It covers everything and all the major cities/places eg Cairo/Luxor/Aswan/Alexandria
as well as useful guides to all the major temples and sites. There were times
when frustrated with some of our guides I would walk off and explore places on
my own using this book as my guide, it contains maps of the big temples and details
of the layout as well as historical details...We found it indispensible...It
also provides hotel info, prices, cultural/political/social information - if
you're thinking of buying a guide book for your holiday to Egypt then definitely
invest in this one...and have a lovely time!! Egypt is wonderful!! Enjoy!
Price: ~ £9.79
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This guide to Cairo includes in-depth coverage
of Pharaonic, Coptic, Islamic and modern sights, including
itineraries and walking tours. There are illustrated sections
on ancient Egyptian gods, pyramid and tomb architecture, and
a guide to restaurant and accommodation options for various
budgets.
Vital guide to modern Cairo.
| Reviewer: A reader from Kyoto, Japan |
This book is extremely useful as a guide or indroduction to modern Cairo. The
author's enthusiasm for this ancient and somewhat surrealistic city is infectious.
Apart from practical information, history and culture are neatly summarized.
I would recommend this book to anyone who plans to visit Cairo, or has any interest
in it as a city.
Price: ~ £6.99
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Cairo, Luxor, Aswan: Cities
and Ancient Sites Along the Nile (Cadogan Guides)
The Times
'Bursting with practical information and in-depth knowledge, Cadogan Guides also
make a cracking good read.'
Daily Telegraph
'Cadogan are the pick of the bunch'
Terrific! Vivid and reliable guide to the land of the Nile.
| Reviewer: (blanked@hotmail.com) from
Seattle, Washington |
I used this book when visiting Egypt in June. I followed it around Cairo and
also when I took a cruise on the Nile between Luxor and Aswan. It was comprehensive,
full of insights, always reliable. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Price: ~ £10.49
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