The Chinese Treasure: World Heritage in China

This rich and detailed book celebrates Chinas entries on the treasured UNESCO World Heritage List using colour photography and key content from Chinese experts. The Chinese Treasure World Heritage in China is a full-length academic pictorial album offering unrivalled coverage of the UNESCO World Heritage List entries in China with detailed specialist content from Chinese architectural experts and stunning Chinese photography. It examines every heritage site in China that have been awarded World Heritage status such as the Forbidden City Temple of Heaven Lijiang Pingyao ancient city as well as the newly selected Kaiping Diaolou and Wutai Mount. The photography brings to the life the essences of these incredible hugely important architectural and natural sites enabling the reader to understand and experience stunning sceneries and unique locations without visiting in person. Available in instantly downloadable digital format this compelling reference book will appeal to architects designers planners and academics plus anybody with an interest in Chinas rich cultural heritage and national treasures.