Honoring Vauban

France has submitted 14 citadels and fortifications built by Marshal Vauban, the 17th-century military engineer, for a place on Unesco’s list of World Heritage sites.

Vauban’s legacy, chosen over about 30 French projects, was put forward alongside the lagoons of New Caledonia for a coveted spot on the heritage list, according to the French delegation to the UN agency.

The French Culture Ministry said that it chose Vauban’s work to mark the tricentenary of his death, which is being celebrated this year with a range of exhibitions across France.

From the Times of London. The Wikipedia entry for Vauban is full of information, including lots of links.

Posted by David on February 1, 2007 9:13 PM