Architecture and Urbanization in Colonial Chiapas, Mexico

Architecture and Urbanization in Colonial Chiapas, Mexico, Volume 1, provides a detailed examination of the built environment within the two westernmost provinces of the Reino de Guatemala. This scholarly work focuses on the Audiencia and Capitania General, a region that remained largely isolated from Central America and Mexico for centuries. The text analyzes how the architecture of Chiapas reflects the complex social structures of the era, including the geographical landscape, the process of conquest, and the Christianization of native populations.

Through the study of 47 specific buildings, this volume utilizes contemporary archival sources, site measurements, and photographs to illustrate regional development. It serves as a vital resource for specialists in architecture, archaeology, and anthropology. By examining the ethnic composition and historical context of the area, Architecture and Urbanization in Colonial Chiapas, Mexico, Volume 1, offers profound insights into the intersection of colonial history and urban design.