Lonely Planet Arabian Peninsula (Travel Guides)

Hot deserts and cool beaches, lush oases and clamorous bazaars, ultramodern cities and relics of fallen empires - discover Arabia's diverse attractions with this comprehensive guide to the Peninsula. Dive for Bahraini pearls, haggle for treasures in Dubai's Gold Souq, explore Oman's wilderness and wander the mountain villages of Yemen - Lonely Planet shows you how.

• GET THE WHOLE STORY - the only guide that covers the entire Peninsula

• BE INSPIRED - customized itineraries and preplanning information help you plot your Arabian odyssey

• CONNECT WITH CULTURE - history, culture and arts sections reveal the Peninsula way of life

• EXPLORE THE FAITH - special coverage of Islam, its heritage, traditions and customs

• GET AROUND - detailed maps and transport information help you get from Bahrain to Yemen and back again