Singapore is a cosmopolitan city with towering skyscrapers andstate-of-the-art building technology. Nestled within its modern built environmentare vestiges of its British colonial past and its cultural history. From itsspanking new waterfront to its quaint shophouses and from its temples to itsmosques and churches, Singapore is as multifarious architecturally as it isculturally. Architect G. Byrne Bracken captures with his sketches the uniquediversity that defines Singapore. Covering favourite places such as Chinatown,the ...
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Singapore is a cosmopolitan city with towering skyscrapers andstate-of-the-art building technology. Nestled within its modern built environmentare vestiges of its British colonial past and its cultural history. From itsspanking new waterfront to its quaint shophouses and from its temples to itsmosques and churches, Singapore is as multifarious architecturally as it isculturally. Architect G. Byrne Bracken captures with his sketches the uniquediversity that defines Singapore. Covering favourite places such as Chinatown,the Civic District, Orchard Road, Kampong Glam and the spectacular developmentsaround Marina Bay, this charming sketch-cum-guidebook will enrich yourappreciation of Singapore through its distinctive urban landscape. In this 5th edition:8 new illustrations, including the beautifully restored Capitol Theatre, thenew South Beach complex, and the Parkroyal on Pickering Hotel; refined walkingroutes; and fully updated information on all the latest developments in thisfast-changing metropolis.
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Publisher:
Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd
Published:
2016
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
16871262655
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Fair. Ships same day or next. Damage to one or two corners from handling. Unread copy. Text is like-new. Expedited shipping available at checkout for domestic orders.
Publisher:
Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd
Published:
2016
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17402665037
Shipping Options:
Standard Shipping: $4.61
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. This is a former library book with library stickers and stamps. 100% of this purchase will support literacy programs through a nonprofit organization!
