Tourist Guide.
This popular title is your indispensable guide to all that is uniquely and indisputably California - from the towering redwoods of the North Coast to the sun-baked beaches of San Diego, from the awe-inspiring desertlands of Death Valley and snow-crowned peaks of the High Sierra to the star studded streets of Hollywood.
Features:
- Richly illustrated with more than 80 full-colour photographs and line-drawings, this handy guide directs you to over 1,100 of the Golden State's cultural, natural and historic sights
- Maps of principal sights and specially designed regional driving tours help you plan your visit and budget your time
- Over 40 additional maps and site plans pinpoint the highlights and provide at-a-glance orientation
- Insightful essays explore California's diverse geography, history, economy, architecture, literary and artistic heritage and people
- Over 15 pages of practical information are packed with planning tips, useful addresses, safety hints, lists of parks, recreational areas and beaches
