Introduction to Balinese architecture
By Unknown Author.
Description
For the Balinese, everything has its correct place in the world, with the gods on high, malevolent spirits in the lowest regions, and mankind sandwiched between the two. This cosmological framework influences not only the domestic architecture of the Balinese but also their palaces and pavilions-and the myriad of temples which are scattered throughout the island. Rank and social status, the needs of the village and of the extended family, and the tropical climate also play a part.This book is intended to provide the visitor to Bali with a step-by-step guide to the complexities of Balinese d...
ISBN(s)
0794600719, 9780794600716
