Harper, Damian.

China's southwest / Damian Harper, Tienlon Ho, Thomas Huhti, Korina Miller, Eilis Quinn. - 3rd ed. - [S.l.] : Lonely Planet, 2007. - 528 p. ; 21 cm. - Lonely planet regional guide. . - Lonely planet regional guide. .

Discover China's Southwest Follow your shadow floating over limestone peaks on a Guangxi ballooning voyage. Hike Tiger Leaping Gorge to the snowcapped mountaintops of Haba Shan via the Jinsha River. Savour the Yin and Yang of spicy, sizzling or soaked-in-soy Southwest delicacies. Get caught up in the dancing at the vibrant Miao Lusheng Festival. In This Guide Five intrepid authors, 220 days of in-country research, 157 bus rides and one rotting yak's head. Includes captivating new destinations not covered in any other English-language guidebook. Chapters dedicated to gateway cities (Beijing, Honk Kong and Shanghai), minority cultures and adventure activities.

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