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Railway Hotel, Iringa - Tanzania, East Africa
Railway Hotel, Iringa - Tanzania, East Africa. Date: 1930s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Apr18 Tanganyika Tanzania Tanzanian
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1. Title: A Blast from the Past: The Railway Hotel, Iringa - A Window into Tanzania's Colonial Era The Railway Hotel in Iringa, Tanzania, East Africa, transports us back in time to the 1930s, an era marked by the advent of modern transportation and the expansion of European influence. This evocative photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the hotel's timeless charm and the bustling activity surrounding it. Situated in the heart of Tanzania, Iringa was a significant stop on the historic Uganda Railway, also known as the Lunatic Express. The railway, which connected the port of Mombasa in Kenya to Lake Victoria and Lake Albert in Uganda, played a crucial role in the colonial administration and commerce. The Railway Hotel, with its distinctive red-roofed buildings, catered to the needs of travelers, including European administrators, merchants, and laborers. The image reveals a vibrant scene of activity. A train, puffing smoke from its chimney, is parked at the station, ready to depart. Nearby, a boat loaded with passengers and cargo is being prepared for the journey down the lake. A bus, likely used for shorter trips within the region, is also visible. The Railway Hotel stands proudly in the background, its verandas filled with people enjoying the cool breeze and the scenic views. The photograph offers an intriguing glimpse into the past, showcasing the intersection of various modes of transportation and the diverse community that thrived around the Railway Hotel in Iringa during the 1930s. It serves as a reminder of Tanzania's rich history and the enduring allure of its colonial past.
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