Central Asia - Understand Central Asia and Survival Guide (PDF Chapter)

This chapter contains the Central Asia Today, History, The Silk Road, People, Islam in Central Asia, The Arts, Architecture, Environment, Directory A–Z, Transport, Health, and Language chapters from Lonely Planet’s Central Asia guidebook.

All the info you need on everything from the history of the Silk Road to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get tips for women travellers, gay and les-bian travellers, travellers with disabilities, and travellers with kids. And get the most out of your conversations with a handy language guide and glossary.

• a rundown on the arts and architecture of the region
• info on Central Asia’s environment, from now-capped peaks to burning deserts
• full coverage of the people and cultures you will encounter
• details on Islam in Central Asia

Coverage includes: Central Asia Today, History, The Silk Road, People, Islam in Central Asia, The Arts, Architecture, Environment, Directory A–Z, Transport, Health, and Language.