- Paperback: 512 pages
- Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 4th Revised edition edition (April 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0864427107
- ISBN-13: 978-0864427106
- Product Dimensions: 18.3 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,042,957 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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As usual, the guidebook standard is set by Lonely Planet.
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-- detailed coverage of the breathtaking Machu Picchu and other archaeological sites
-- extensive background on Peru's history, from pre-Incan cultures to the present day
-- practical information on outdoor activities, from mountaineering in the Cordillera Blanca to river-running in the Amazon rainforest
-- tips on where to buy alpaca wool, take in a soccer match or sample a Peruvian cerveza
-- extensive background on Peru's history, from pre-Incan cultures to the present day
-- practical information on outdoor activities, from mountaineering in the Cordillera Blanca to river-running in the Amazon rainforest
-- tips on where to buy alpaca wool, take in a soccer match or sample a Peruvian cerveza
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A bustling, fast-moving modern metropolis, Lima is sprawled untidily on the edge of the coastal desert. Read the first page
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
hello there,
i would like to point out to all these people who are seeking for a travel guide - like i do - that most of the comments are from 2002-2003 and obviously refer to older editions of the book, not the one being sold here which is of 2010!!!
cheers
i would like to point out to all these people who are seeking for a travel guide - like i do - that most of the comments are from 2002-2003 and obviously refer to older editions of the book, not the one being sold here which is of 2010!!!
cheers
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What a great book, well worth the purchase. Covers everything you need to know about all the cities. Gave a great insight into the culture and history of the Incas as well.
Only suggestion is for a separate and more detailed section on Maccu Picu, after all, this is not only the crowning glory of Peru, but the whole of South America (perhaps Iguassu comes close though!).
Great book in the series, I will definitely buy my next destination from LP.
Only suggestion is for a separate and more detailed section on Maccu Picu, after all, this is not only the crowning glory of Peru, but the whole of South America (perhaps Iguassu comes close though!).
Great book in the series, I will definitely buy my next destination from LP.
20 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
After buying 14 Lonely Planet guides in as many years, I would have to say that the guide to Peru is by far the most inferior one that I have bought.
The book can only be used as a "very rough guide". The sections dealing with costs, transport and a number of hotels is well out of date and in need of urgent updating. Even though the book does mention that things change, the book is not up to the standard one expects from Lonely Planet.
The book's strong points are that it does act as a guide book, it does tell of interesting places that may not be on the usual tourist trails as well as those which are more commonly visited.
However, much of the writing is very self-opinionated and would be improved by having a different style of writing or at least more contributors making serious contributions.
The book can only be used as a "very rough guide". The sections dealing with costs, transport and a number of hotels is well out of date and in need of urgent updating. Even though the book does mention that things change, the book is not up to the standard one expects from Lonely Planet.
The book's strong points are that it does act as a guide book, it does tell of interesting places that may not be on the usual tourist trails as well as those which are more commonly visited.
However, much of the writing is very self-opinionated and would be improved by having a different style of writing or at least more contributors making serious contributions.
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Great book
Amazing book - a must have for any traveler to Peru.
Tells you great dining, activities, etc in any area. Read more
Tells you great dining, activities, etc in any area. Read more
Published 1 day ago by William Pearce
Room to improve?
Although very infomative I found they could print with a bit more bigger letters and more pictures and maps. Peru by DK Eyewitness Travel Peru is more inspiring for me.
Published 17 months ago by Raito
A good book to prepare a trip to Peru
As usual, this Lonely Planet edition is as good as the others. Plenty of useful tips, resources. I'm currently preparing a trip to South America by the end of the year so I can't... Read more
Published on 30 May 2010 by Sebastien Lochet
Review from someone living in Peru
Disappointing when compared to the Lonely Planet Guide to Bolivia where I have also lived (that guide was excellent and warrants 5*). Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2003 by "ianlima"
Reasonable, but misses out a lot of key information
This book is not bad on the main destinations, such as Cusco, but if you want to go off the beaten track then it misses out too much.
Published on 24 Jan 2002
For everyone planning a trip to Peru!
A Lonely Planet book IS a Lonely Planet book! Once again the best guide book for those planning a trip to Peru. Read more
Published on 14 May 2000
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