Yangzhou Gardens and Traditional Residences (Centenary Edition) (Centenary edition)

Yangzhou, an historically important site in the Jiangsu province, is one of the most affluent cities in China.

This book explores the historical background of Yangzhou gardens and traditional houses in detail, through architectural surveys that offer targeted research and analysis of garden and residential projects.

From early on, Yangzhou underwent several economic booms and the rich material base provided great opportunities for its development in art and culture.

The unique characteristics of Yangzhou gardens and houses are presented through a wealth of archival images, in addition to a text by the renowned Chinese academic Chen Congzhou. Text in English and Chinese.