Indian Architectural Travel guides: Chandigarh

Interested in architecture and planning a trip to India? This guide book is a very valuable resource that I highly suggest investing in so that you get the most out of your time. I studied architecture in India and have been to Chandigarh a few times and really wished I had this book! There are so many places in it that I did not know about. I hope to go back after reading this guide, and take it with me to get a lot more out of the trip.

Besides being among the newest cities in India, built in the 20th century and characterised by the sweeping architectural vision of Le Corbusier, Chandigarh is a unique city marked by the work of many Indian modernist architects. This insightful guide offers eleven itineraries and specifies 185 buildings and other places to visit, and also includes an index of architects and practical tips for getting around the city. The India & Southeast Asia Architectural Travel Guides Collection introduces ancient, modern, and contemporary heritage and architects in a useful pocket guide format. All projects are presented with maps, photographs, plans, and a descriptive text. terms.

Author: Vikramaditya Prakash. Published by Altrim Publishers. 260 p, ills colour & bw, 13 x 18 cm, pb, English