China

Lonely Planet country guides offer down to earth accurate information for every budget.- The complete, practical country guide for independent travellers- Detailed Getting Started and Itineraries chapters for effortless planning- Inspirational full-colour Highlights sections showcase the country's must-see sights- Easy-to-use grid-referenced maps with cross references to the text- Insightful new History, Culture, Food and Environment chapters by specialist contributorsChina- Longest-running, market-leading guide to the world's fastest-growing nation- Includes authoritative coverage of the country's best sights, hotels and restaurants- Indispensable Language chapter with Chinese script and translations throughout- Tourist numbers are on the increase with the approach of the Beijing Olympics in 2008 and Shanghai World Fair in 2010