Routledge Architecture and Urbanism in Viceregal Mexico Book

Explore the history of urban development in central-south Mexico with Architecture and Urbanism in Viceregal Mexico. This Routledge research volume provides a detailed survey of the city of Puebla de los Angeles from the sixteenth to the eighteenth centuries. Founded in 1531, Puebla de los Angeles serves as a primary case study for understanding how Spanish settlements functioned alongside established Indigenous towns. The book traces the growth of this colonial city, examining how it followed Spanish colonial guidelines while also being shaped by the native communities that settled within it. This text is an essential resource for students and professionals interested in architectural history and the evolution of colonial urban spaces. It offers a clear look at the unique development of one of Mexico's most significant historical cities during the viceregal period.