An Introduction to the History of Southeast Asian Architecture chronicles the architectural heritage of 11 Southeast Asian countries, delving into the major influences and historical development of vernacular architecture and buildings in the region. Accompanied by hundreds of photos, the buildings featured in the book tell fascinating stories of each country’s developments from prehistoric times until the present day. This book brings together the best architectural examples from the Southeast Asian region to illustrate their history and the changing times. Each chapter sheds light on one Southeast Asian country and the type of architecture found there and ends with a visual timeline that plots key buildings, milestones and historical events that shaped the nation.