Laden...
In het kort
Samenvatting
Founded in the fifteenth century, planned and rebuilt by the French, and then modernised and expanded in the era after independence, the city of Phnom Penh displays a diverse mix of styles. Here, early religious and vernacular buildings, the glittering structures of the Royal Palace, and colonial buildings of the French Protectorate (1863-1953) coexist with the gems of the 'New Khmer Architecture' of the 1960s. After the destructive period under the Khmer Rouge, the city went through a rebirth. It has seen rapid modernisation and economic development in recent years, and its urban landscape is transforming at a breathtaking pace.
This guide offers a comprehensive overview of Phnom Penh's built heritage, highlighting its history and architectural layers. In addition to covering better-known masterpieces, it also takes readers through the city's 'everyday architecture', revealing places off the beaten track. Illustrated with contemporary photographs and historical images, the book presents more than 140 works that illuminate the four major phases of development in the city's ever-changing urban history. It thus makes an important contribution to current debates on heritage preservation in the booming metropolis. Interviews with local experts present their individual perspectives on the city and place the buildings in a broader context.
In het kort
Founded in the fifteenth century, planned and rebuilt by the French, and then modernised and expanded in the era after independence, the city of Phnom Penh displays a diverse mix of styles. Here, earl...
Specificaties
Auteur
Moritz Henning
Uitgever
Van Ditmar Boekenimport B.V.
Taal
Engels
Aantal pagina's
364
Formaat
Paperback
Publicatiedatum
1 maart 2020
ISBN
9783869224343
Wij helpen je graag!
Kom je er niet direct uit? Wij helpen je graag met al jouw vragen.
Misschien vind je deze boeken ook leuk...
Leuk om te lezen naast "Phnom Penh. Architectural Guide"
