Book Description

A tale of two cities: Hong Kong, reclaimed from rock, sea and sky; Macau, Europe's first enclave in Asia. Vivid, varied, fascinating and flavoursome. And that's just what they've got in common!

• hikes and haunts: discover the hidden secrets of urban and rural Hong Kong
• over the border excursions to bustling Shenzhen or leafy Zhuhai
• fo...

Amazon.com
If you're keen on delving into Hong Kong's culture, you'll do well with Moon Handbooks' guide (which also includes chapters on Macau and Guangzhou). Moon offers an amazingly thorough look at this vibrant city--from its historical beginnings under the Tang Dynasty to its dramatic hand over to China in 1997. Throughout, there are sidebars on a variety of topics, from Co...

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Charles Weatherill, South China Morning Post, August 17, 2002
For the period and the place, there is nothing quite like it.

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From Library Journal
Most libraries have a shortage of books aimed at the 8.9 percent of our adults under 65 whose disabilities restrict their work--or travel. Both these books are for the wheelchair-bound, but they are also useful for those who can't climb steps. Hansen and Gordon's guide presents each hotel in a standardized single-page summary, so it's easy to compare such th...

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Inside Flap Copy
The best guide to Hong Kong, updated every year
Hong Kong's historic changeover and its implications
Soaring skyscrapers, ancient temples, and quiet outer islands
Jade, antiques, fashions, gadgets--what to buy and where
Nightclubs and pubs, karaoke bars and Cantonese opera

Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget
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From Library Journal
Both works offer tremendous amounts of information on Hong Kong and lesser information on Portuguese Macao and the Guangdong province of China, of increasing interest as the Chinese takeover of 1997 approaches. The Kranniches concentrate on Hong Kong as a perfect "shop till you drop" destination. Their guide explains how travelers can make the most of their ...

Loaded, UK
The best book on Hong Kong. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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After all the hoopla surrounding the Hong Kong handover, on December 20 it's Macau's turn. The Rough Guide to Hong Kong & Macau brings you a post-colonial reassessment of these intriguing city-states and their changing cultures. We've included fully updated details on travel in and around the area and detailed maps to help you navigate quickly and easily. <...

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Synopsis
This pocket-sized guide includes a chapter detailing Macau's history and culture; details of 12 itineraries and excursions - taking in sights ranging from the fine Iberian architecture of Leal Senado to the beautiful Hac Sa beach, leisure-time suggestions, and a comprehensive information section of essential contact addresses and numbers. Dozens of photographs and eight...

From the Publisher
China's most dynamic area. Covering transportation, sightseeing, hotels, dining, events, shopping, entertainment, culture, geography, and the main points of interest for visitors, this guide will get you ready for a trip and act as a reference there. Excellent aid for business travel.

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Strategic and practical information on government, national security, army, foreign and domestic politics, conflicts, relations with the US, international activity, economy, technology, mineral resources, culture, traditions, government and business conta

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Language Notes
Text: Portugese

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