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Vilagarcia de Arousa, Pontevedra - Avenida de Martinez
Vilagarcia de Arousa is a Spanish municipality in the province of Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain - Avenida de Martinez. Date: circa 1902
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Arousa Avenida Galicia Jun18 Martinez Municipality Pontevedra Vilagarcia Villagarcia
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A Blend of Tradition and Modernity: Avenida de Martinez, Vilagarcia de Arousa, circa 1902 This photograph transports us back in time to the early 1900s, specifically to the charming Spanish municipality of Vilagarcia de Arousa, located in the province of Pontevedra, Galicia. The image, taken on Avenida de Martinez, showcases the unique blend of tradition and modernity that characterized this picturesque town during that era. On the left side of the street, we see the quaint, stone-paved houses with their wooden balconies, adorned with colorful flowers and laundry hanging out to dry. These structures reflect the rich cultural heritage of Vilagarcia de Arousa, which has been shaped by centuries of history. On the right side of the street, however, we encounter a more modern scene. A horse-drawn carriage, a common mode of transportation during that time, is passing by an electric streetlight. This juxtaposition of old and new technologies symbolizes the gradual transition that Vilagarcia de Arousa, and indeed Spain as a whole, was undergoing during the early 1900s. The people in the photograph, dressed in the fashion of the time, add to the authenticity of the scene. They go about their daily business, seemingly oblivious to the photographer's presence, providing a glimpse into the everyday life of this Galician town over a century ago. This photograph, taken circa 1902, offers a captivating window into the past, inviting us to explore the history and traditions of Vilagarcia de Arousa and the broader context of early 20th-century Spain.
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