Southern India (Blue Guide) - Softcover

Michell, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0713641584 ISBN 13: 9780713641585

Publisher: A & C Black, 1997

Synopsis

This travel guide covers the south of India, starting with Bombay and including the states of Maharashtra, Andhara Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It contains descriptions of all the monuments which can be visited in the region. The book is divided into states, and then into chapters which focus on the main towns and sites, with ideas for additional excursions off the beaten track. It provides a series of regional maps so that readers can plan their own itineraries, and numerous town plans and site plans. The guide also includes hotel recommendations and practical information.

About this title

About the Author:

George Michell trained as an architect in Melbourne, and then obtained a PhD in Indian Archaeology at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, with a dissertation on Early Chalukya temples. Since then he has undertaken numerous documentation and research projects, most recently with John M. Fritz at Hampi. Surendra Kumar studied information technology in Bengaluru, and now works part-time as a photographer, specializing in panoramic topographic views. His work has been spectacularly showcased in Discovering the Deccan (Pictor, Mumbai)

About this edition

• Publisher: A & C Black
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0713641584
• ISBN 13: 9780713641585
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 576