**CHINA : YUNNAN PROVINCE** - Softcover

Stephen Mansfield

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1841620025 ISBN 13: 9781841620022

Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides, 2001

Synopsis

The southwest Chinese province of Yunnan and its capital, Kunming, are thoroughly explored in this new Bradt guide. The natural history of the region, ethnic cultures, monasteries and festivals are backed up by practical travel information.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Yunnan is China's most ethnically and geographically diverse province, and a mecca for naturalists. Carved by the power of the legendary Yangtze and Mekong rivers, and backed by the majestic Tibetan highland, its landscape has given rise to such magical-sounding places as Tiger Leaping Gorge and the petrified forest at Shilin.This ground-breaking Bradt guide provides coverage of Yunnan's many attractions, including the provincial capital, Kunming, and Xishuangbanna, home of the Dai people. Essential practical information is backed up by a detailed insight into Yunnanese history and culture, giving an all-round picture of this intriguing province.This guide includes highlights, events and festivals throughout the year; excellent coverage of ethnic minorities; information for naturalists, hikers and cultural travelers; air, rail and road links with the rest of China, Southeast Asia, USA and Europe; accommodation, restaurants and local transport - plus health and safety. (5 1/4 x 8 1/2, 304 pages, color photos, illustrations, maps)

About the Author:

Stephen Mansfield is a photographer and writer living in Japan. He travels widely throughout Southern Asia and has specialist knowledge of ethnic minorities. His guide to the Philippines is also published by Bradt.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1841620025
• ISBN 13: 9781841620022
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 304