Greece
- ISBN-10
- 0864425279
- ISBN-13
- 9780864425270
- Series
- Greece
- Category
- Greece
- Pages
- 747
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1998
- Publisher
- Lonely Planet
- Authors
- David Willett, Rosemary Hall, Paul Hellander
Description
This guide covers sites on and off the beaten track and contains extensive choices for places to stay and eat, detailed background on history, culture, art, and mythology and a handy language guide. There is comprehensive coverage of ancient sites as well as recommendations for outdoor activities ranging from skiing Mt. Parnassos to water sports off Lefkada. 16-page full-color section on art and architecture. 130 maps. 18-page color insert.
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