French colonial architecture
French colonial architecture includes several styles of architecture used by the French during colonization. Many former French colonies, especially those in Southeast Asia, have previously been reluctant to promote their colonial architecture as an asset for tourism; however, in recent times, the new generation of local authorities has somewhat "embraced" the architecture and has begun to advertise it. French Colonial architecture has a long history, beginning in North America in 1604 and being most active in the Western Hemisphere until the 19th century, when the French turned their attention more to Africa, Asia, and the Pacific.
The Presidential Palace of Vietnam, in Hanoi, was built between 1900 and 1906 to host the French Governor-General of Indochina.
Quebec City presents probably the finest example of urban colonial architecture in North America
Old Quebec (City) was listed as a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1985
The manoir Boucher-De Niverville, located in Trois-Rivières, in Quebec province was built in the mid-17th century
Colonial architecture is a hybrid architectural style that arose as colonists combined architectural styles from their country of origin with design characteristics of the settled country. Colonists frequently built houses and buildings in a style that was familiar to them but with local characteristics more suited to their new climate.
Below are links to specific articles about colonial architecture, specifically the modern colonies:
Danish Fort Dansborg at Tranquebar, built by Ove Gedde in 1620.
Under construction for more than two centuries, the Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral is a mixture of three styles that predominated during the colonial era: Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassic.
Paoay Church Ilocos Sur Philippines is a fine example of Spanish Earthquake Baroque only found in the Philippines
Church of Santo António; b. 1498, Mozambique
