Vilnius with Kaunas

Name: Vilnius with Kaunas
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ISBN: 9781841621128

ISBN-10: 1841621129

ISBN-13: 9781841621128

Edition: 2006

Authors: Howard Jarvis, Neil Taylor, Neil Taylor

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Vilnius completes a trilogy of Bradt pocket-size guides to the Baltic capitals, providing all the essential listings and background on these new European members. Highlights of each city quarter are presented in a comprehensive city tour that takes in the cathedral, archaeological exhibitions, the old university with its astronomical observatory, and the Gates of Dawn (Lithuania's most famous place of pilgrimage). No stay in Vilnius would be complete without a visit to the nearby Trakai National Park, with its picturesque medieval island castle and old town, home to the Karaites sect. This guide features: Exploring Vilnius's Old Town, castles, churches, and monuments Hotel suggestions to…

Book details

List price: $13.95
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press, The
Publication date: 7/1/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 232
Size: 5.25" wide x 4.25" long x 0.54" tall
Weight: 0.022
Language: English



Acknowledgements


Introduction


How to use this book



Contexts


History


Politics


Economy and business


People


Religion


Culture and festivals


Geography and climate



Planning


The city - a practical overview


When to visit


Suggested itineraries


Tour operators


Red tape


Customs


Getting there and away


Health


Safety


What to take


Money



Practicalities


Changing money


Local media


Communications


Embassies in Vilnius


Hospitals and pharmacies


English-language church services


Tourist information


Maps


Local tour operators



Local transport


Airport transfer


Buses and trolleybuses


Car hire


Taxis


Cycling



Accommodation


Luxury hotels


First-class hotels


Mid-range hotels


Budget hotels and guesthouses


Hostels


Bed and breakfast



Eating and drinking


Restaurants


Cafes



Entertainment and nightlife


Opera, ballet and concerts


Films and theatre


Bars and clubs


Gay Vilnius



Shopping


Shopping centres


Amber


Bookshops


Souvenirs



Walking tours


Old Town walk


Further walks



Museums and sightseeing


Museums and galleries


Churches


Landmarks


Cemeteries



Beyond the city


Europa Park


Kaunas


Trakai


Kernave



Language


Alphabet


Pronunciation


Useful words and expressions



Further information


Books


Websites


Index