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Lonely Planet explores over 30 customs around death, grief and rebirth in cultures and communities around the world and highlights some of the lessons we can all learn from them. With first-person narratives, locals tell the stories of their culture's customs in their own voices. Photography and illustration brings the fascinating pages to life.Through such topics as the tangihanga mourning tradition of New Zealand's Maori people, Irish wakes and the annual Day of the Dead across Mexico, this book explores what it means to mourn loved ones. It also covers some of the funeral traditions of communities around the world, including Tibetan sky burials, the cremation ghats of Varanasi, India, and Ghana's fantasy coffins. Special focus falls on thought-provoking places to visit, for example catacombs, magnificent cemeteries, and festivals of the dead, with details of how to travel and experience some of these customs. Inside Lonely Planet's Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth: - More than 30 in-depth accounts of customs around death, grief and rebirth, including spotlights on key aspects and details of how to witness some of the events- Special spreads on sites around the world to visit- Vibrant illustrations and photography to explain the customs in a respectful manner- First-person accounts of attending New Orleans' jazz funerals, the Day of the Dead and other occasions- Explanations of what insights and lessons readers may gain from some customs Lonely Planet's Guide to Death,Grief and Rebirth is a unique and illuminating book about the rituals and customs people around the world perform in order to come to terms with the inevitable loss of loved ones.

Soar through this unique guide to birdwatching, which celebrates 60 enchanting bird species and where to find them. Packed with expert insights, trip planning tips, beautiful photography, and a further 120 ideas for birding experiences that explore the simple moments of joy, mindfulness and attentiveness found in watching birds go about their day. Listen to the chirps and whistles of a nightingale's infamous song in the idyllic coastal nature reserve of RSPB Minsmere in Norfolk, UK; or spot the iconic bright blue and black plumage of the Superb Fairy-wren in Melbourne, one of Australia's most beautiful birds. This wonderful compendium is so much more than just ticking off the rarest species from a birdwatching list - it's a lesson in how to connect with our natural world and to do more of what you love: spending time in nature with our fascinating feathered friends. Inside The Joy of Birdwatching: 60 in-depth profiles of birds and where in the world to find them, plus a local voice for each profile with a Q&A about each bird and its habitat 120 extra ideas for joyous bird-watching experiences At-a-glance reasons to go that offer a glimpse into what you can expect to find from each birding journey Accessibility awareness including an overview of amenities and conditions In the know tips and insights that show why each birding adventure is so joyful, plus locator maps, stunning photography, how to get there, the best months to go, what to take with you, must-do activities and experiences not to be missed Covers destinations including Africa & the Middle East, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania Beautiful and vibrant book cover by Owen Gatley, illustrator of all books within Lonely Planet's Joy of series Do more of what you love with our uplifting Joy of series and nurture your biggest passions. The Joy of Birdwatching is the ultimate gift book for the ornithophile in your life, or a wonderful treat to inspire your next restorative birding adventure to a wild and remote National Park, epic mountain range or paradisiacal island.

Le guide parfait pour visiter Philadelphie le temps d'un weekend ! Lonely Planet, l'éditeur n°1 de guides de voyage dans le monde. Ce guide vous accompagne du Reading Terminal market au Philadelphia Museum of Art , en passant dans chaque quartier pour découvrir les plus beaux monuments de Philadelphie ! Voici tout ce que vous trouverez dans ce guide : - Les endroits incontournables à voir à Philadelphie : le Reading Terminal market, le Philadelphia Museum of Art, le South 9th Street Italian Market, l'Independence Hall, le Museum of the American Revolution ... - Des sélections thématiques : lieux historiques, gastronomie, musées (la Barnes Fondation , les collections égyptienne et Maya du Penn Museum ), architecture et art publique, bars (les brasseries et distilleries en plein essor), avec des enfants ou encore activités gratuites - Itinéraires & conseils d'experts Lonely Planet : des parcours adaptés à la durée de votre visite, des adresses mises à jour régulièrement, et des recommandations pratiques pour voyager sereinement. - Des suggestions de balades thématiques pour chaque quartier : Old City , l'effervescence de Chinatown , l'art public dans Center City , Fairmount Park à vélo, University City ... - Cartes détaillées, plan détachable : un plan détachable de Philadelphie et une carte détaillée pour chaque chapitre. Ce guide inclut également des conseils détaillés pour organiser vos déplacements, des informations pour voyager de manière responsable et des éclairages culturels pour comprendre l'histoire et les traditions de Philadelphie . Un guide de voyage complet, facile à utiliser et pensé pour vous permettre de plonger au c'ur de Philadelphie.