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Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. Europe is the heart of Western civilization, nourishing a rich mix of cultures and home to a wealth of historical sights. This new edition covers Western Europe's top attractions, from Modernist architecture of Barcelona to the hill towns of Tuscany. Over 478 pages of insider knowledge from local experts In-depth on history and culture, including a detailed history of the continent to an A-Z of its defining characteristics Enjoy special features on classic railway journeys, design icons, festivals and wildlife Includes innovative extras that are unique in the market - all Insight Guides to countries and regions come with a free eBook and app that's regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning Inspirational colour photography throughout Inventive design makes for an engaging reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

This full-color guide inspires travelers to sample a range of different railway experiences - slick, high tech lines between major European cities, classic journeys such as the Orient Express, and quaint narrow gauge railways chugging through green valleys and over dizzying mountain passes. There are also features on the history and growth of rail travel, railway hotels, feats of engineering, the Channel Tunnel, and much more.

"Great Railway Journeys of Europe is ideal for travellers seeking immersive railway journeys across the continent. In-depth on the history of European train travel: enjoy special features on new technologies and station architecture, all written by local experts. Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - this guide comes with a free eBook, and an app that highlights top attractions and regional information and is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings. Invaluable maps, train routes, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning, and encourage venturing off the beaten track."--Publisher.

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