The guide was published in 1997, so practical information is outdated, but the description of attractions, historical excursions can be interesting today. The World in a Backpack guide series is designed for people who make their own decisions and do not attach much importance to comfort. This book pays off in one day. Follow the recommendations given in it, and you will pay $10 for an overnight stay instead of $30 or $40. The abundance of maps in the book will help you navigate an unfamiliar city. It contains answers to most of the questions that arise in front of an independent tourist who first came to the country.