标题：去西藏：有多远走多远
图书信息
出版社: 外文出版社; 第1版 (2010年1月1日)
外文书名: China Traver Hitting the High Roads
平装: 217页
正文语种: 英语
开本: 16
ISBN: 7119060430, 9787119060439
条形码: 9787119060439
尺寸: 20.8 x 13.8 x 1.6 cm
重量: 358 g
作者简介
Jia Lin has lived in a Tibetan areafor more than20 years and benefited from his lifelong work as ajournalist. Tl'aveling the width and breadth of Tibetthroughout the year. he has a deep and personalunderstanding oJ'Tibet, including its mountams, riversand monasteries. Based on his firsthand informationaccumulated over the years, he writes about the naturalscenery and cultural sites of Tibet. breaking Tibet intoseven areas and taking into consideration the needs" ofdifferent types of tourists. Illustrated with more thanlOO photographs, this book is an excellent source ofinformation and is an indispensable guide to travelers.
内容简介
《去西藏:有多远走多远(英文)》主要内容简介：Many travel books tell about the spectacular snow mountains and rivers in Tibel. but differentareas of Tibet are entirely different, with diversegeographical features and landscapes. This bookwill guide you to the most memorable sights.
Having evaluated the many warnings on altitudsickness, the author tells you how the high alfitudcan affect you personally. It also has a list ofquestions to determine if you are physically fit forTibet travel. And it lists many important safety rulfor sightseeing in the region.
This book, unlikc other travel books, explains th most cost-effective means of transportation, andhow to plan time-saving travel packages to the mobeautiful scenic areas and places where traditionacustoms are emphasized.
Advice on how to get the deepest understandingof Tibetan traditions and festivals, and etiquettetips for honoring local customs are included, e.g.,the correct side of the street to stroll on whenshopping, and how to react to gestures and ritualsthat may appear strange.
Finally, this book lists the best limes and dates tovisit popular tourist destinations. It also lists ticketprices, and even gives pointers on how to take thebest photos.
目录
AN OVERVIEW OF TIBET
Tibet's geography and climate / 9
Tibetan customs and etiquette / 20
Tibetan phrases and forms of address that signify respect / 28
Tibetan taboos / 28
Tibetan festivals 130
PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE
Conditions for going to Tibet / 44
Things you will need when traveling to Tibet / 48
Tips for photography / 54
Choosing the best transportation for
touring Tibet / 57
THE LHASA AREA
A general survey of the Lhasa area / 72
Recommended attractions in the Lhasa area / 78
SHIGATSE PREFECTURE
A general survey of Shigatse Prefecture / 112
Recommended attractions in Shigatse
Prefecture / 114
SHANNAN PREFECTURE
A general survey of Shannan Prefecture / 136
Recommended attractions in Shannan
Prefecture / 138
NGARI PREFECTURE
A general survey of Ngari Prefecture / 150
Recommended attractions of Ngari Prefecture / 152
NVINGCHI PREFECTURE
A general survey of Nyingchi Prefecture /162
Recommended attractions of NyingchiPrefecture / 163
NAGQU PREFECTURE IN NORTHERN TIBET
A general survey of Nagqu Prefecture 1196
Recommended attractions of Nagqu Prefecture / 198
APPENDIXES
Appendix 1: Hotel Information in Tibet / 208
Appendix 2: Essential Telephone Numbers for Tourists in Tibet / 214
Appendix 3: English-Language Websites Providing Tourist Information on Tibet/217