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Traditional Transportation - Covered Ox Cart - Colombo, Sri Lanka. Date: 1928
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Traditional Transportation - Covered Ox Cart - Colombo, Sri Lanka. Date: 1928
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Ceylon Colombo Covered Lanka Lankan Oxen Thatched Wagon 1928
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This evocative photograph captures the scene of traditional transportation in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in the year 1928. The image showcases an ox-drawn covered cart, also known as a "thotas gala," making its way through a bustling street. The cart is skillfully pulled by a pair of oxen, their powerful muscles straining against the harness as they plod along the uneven cobblestones. The cart is covered with a thatched roof, providing shelter from the sun and rain for both the cargo and the passengers it carries. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1920s when this mode of transportation was a common sight on the streets of Colombo. The ox cart was an essential part of the daily life of the Lankan people, used for both personal and commercial purposes. The carts were used to transport goods from the rural areas to the cities, playing a crucial role in the economy. The photograph also reveals the vibrant and colorful atmosphere of Colombo's streets during that era. People can be seen milling about, some watching the ox cart pass by with curiosity, while others go about their daily business. The scene is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the Lankan people, who relied on these simple yet effective means of transportation to navigate their daily lives. This photograph is a valuable historical record, offering a unique insight into the transportation landscape of Colombo, Sri Lanka, in the 1920s. It is a reminder of a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple pleasures of everyday life were cherished.
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