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Tulossa olevat kirjat: Bucovina
Kirjan nimi: Bucovina
Alaotsikko: A Travel Guide to Romania's Region of Painted Monasteries
Tekijä: Elo-Valente Maarit (edit.)
Sivumäärä: 496
Kieli:  Englanti
Painos: 1.p.
Ilmestymisvuosi: 2005
ISBN: 952-99172-0-1
Sidosasu: Nidottu
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This guidebook's aim is to introduce one of the least known corners of Europe to travellers. Bucovina, in northern Romania, is a region of monasteries, unique in the worldfor their colouful exterior frescoes. Equally well worth the visit are the villages, still leading the traditional way of life, and the stunning landscapes. Over 600 full-colour photographs, as well as plans, sections and drawings, make this guide unparalleled. The Contents are divided into three parts.Geography, History, Life and Style, and Art, Architecture and Religion:Geographic and historic overviews of Bucovina and State of Moldavia, with plans, maps and timelines, are followed by a portrayal of the slowly changing way of life, and the artistic, architectural and religious pecuiarities of region.The Churches of Bucovina:Illustrations and explanations guide the reader around the 18 most well known churches and monasteries. More than 100 outline drawings link the frescoes on the walls and facades of the churches to explanatory text and photographs- Ten three-dimensional illustrations and cutways are an exclusive feature of the guide.Practicalities:Information on places of interest, on where to stay, what to eat, and how to obtain essential services. The basics of the Romanian language and a short phrasebook are included.
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