Karnath, Lorie
Architecture in Burma

Moments in Time. Photography by Lorie Karnath. Graphic design by Hannes Aechter.

The architecture in Burma represents a mixture of the country's history, politics, natural assets, religion, and superstition. Despite some recent advances toward modernization, in architectural terms, centuries of relative seclusion have caused this country to remain something of a historical timeline. Myanmar's resplendent temples, stately colonial edifices, and myriad of structures that comprise innumerable fishing and country villages provide an architectural window into the country's diverse and oftentimes tumultuous history. The turbulence of the region, punctuated by dynastic squabbles, is perhaps best chronicled and understood by way of its architecture. 221 Seiten mit 150 Farbabb., broschiert (Hatje Cantz 2013) leichte Lagerspuren/mint