Ancient Luang Prabang and Laos

Ancient Luang Prabang and Laos by HEYWOOD DENISE


ISBN
9786167339450
Published
Binding
Paperback
Pages
214
Dimensions
170 x 244 x 16mm

The first edition of Ancient Luang Prabang was published in 2006, and a critically acclaimed revised edition appeared in 2008. This current edition is a substantially revised and updated work, with new sections added as well as additional photographs and the latest research and traveller information. The sections on the temples in Luang Prabang has been revised and updated and the book now includes other cultural highlights of Laos, such as the Plain of Jars and Wat Phu. Aimed at the cultural traveller who has limited need for independent travel information and hotel bookings, this essential guide includes almost 400 colour illustrations, over 60 black and white archive photographs, 27 temple plans, Plain of Jars plans, as well as architectural drawings and sections on the art and culture of Laos, silk, silver and other local crafts and buying suggestions, French colonial architecture, a restaurant guide and a brief hotel listing. Richly illustrated, it is the most extensive and beautiful guide available for the cultural traveller visiting Laos today. AUTHOR: Denise Heywood is a freelance lecturer, journalist and photographer specialising in Southeast Asia. SELLING POINTS: ? The rich cultural heritage of Loas, with a particular emphasis on Luang Prabang, is explored in this lavish and extensive book by author and guide Denise Heywood ? The only guide to include all the temples in Luang Prabang ? This new edition has been updated to include the latest research and further cultural highlights, such as Wat Phu and the Plain of Jars; it features plans of the Plain of Jars, as well as plans for twenty-seven temples 315 colour and 63 b/w illustrations
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