Architecture and Heritage Buildings in George Town, Penang (Penerbit USM)

Architecture and Heritage Buildings in George Town, Penang (Penerbit USM)
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Publisher : Penerbit USM
Total Pages : 372
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ISBN-10 : 9789838616430
ISBN-13 : 9838616435
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Book Synopsis Architecture and Heritage Buildings in George Town, Penang (Penerbit USM) by : Ahmad Sanusi Hassan

Download or read book Architecture and Heritage Buildings in George Town, Penang (Penerbit USM) written by Ahmad Sanusi Hassan and published by Penerbit USM. This book was released on 2012 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colonial buildings and monuments in George Town symbolise new offspring of an architecture style ‒ neoclassical architecture blended with the local style ‒ due to its adjustment to the tropical climate. The establishment of George Town as a port city had changed the landscape of this island from the existed small settlements of traditional fishing villages to colonial settlements. In this exquisite book, the authors welcome you into one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Written in a clear and engaging style, the text includes a wealth of information, and is attractively formatted and enhanced with 143 colorful photographs and illustrations. The book begins with the introduction of George Town as a historic city, and its transformation into one of the world heritage sites. Chapters are then arranged according to building categories. Each provides overview of historical events that influenced the architectural styles of the respective buildings. For anyone interested in architecture, as well as those who are planning to visit this uniquely multicultural heritage city, Architecture and Heritage Buildings in George Town, Penang is an essential reading.


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