Georgian Architecture
Georgian architecture is the name given in most English-speaking countries to the set of architectural styles current between 1720 and 1840. It was widely disseminated in the English colonies of the time.
Connected Sites
| Site | Rationale | Link |
| Antigua Naval Dockyard | "The site consists of a group of Georgian-style naval buildings and structures" (UNESCO) | |
| Australian Convict Sites | Old Government House and Domain, Parramatta "The site is arranged around Government House and its gardens. It is a Georgian-style mansion with a central section and two asymmetrical wings erected some years later." | |
| Bridgetown | Buildings at Old Town and the Garrison are in a style called Caribbean Georgian: "simple symmetrical buildings with many features borrowed from the English Georgian but with overhanging first floor verandas that reflect the hot and humid climate" | |
| City of Bath | Circus, Royal Crescent | |
| Corfu | Church of St. George in Old Fortress is described as 'Georgian' style | |
| Derwent Valley Mills | Willersley Castle | |
| Edinburgh | New Town | |
| Great Spa Towns of Europe | Bath: "The spa city is celebrated for its exceptional Georgian town planning, Palladian architectural ensembles, squares and crescents." (Nomination File, p. 272) | |
| Independence Hall | ||
| Melaka and George Town | George Town, Penang's Suffolk House | |
| Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal | Some purpose-built houses for the engineers like Scotch Hall and Wood Bank. | |
| Studley Royal Park | Banqueting House |
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