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Winding road towards a peak, c. 1870
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Winding road towards a peak, c. 1870
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes. The expedition is believed to have been the first to carry an official photographer
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This photograph, taken around 1870 during the historic voyage of H.M.S. Challenger, transports us back to an era of adventure and discovery in the far reaches of Asia. The image captures a winding road ascending towards a peak in Hong Kong, China, during the Victorian era. The H.M.S. Challenger, funded by the British Government for scientific purposes, was the first expedition to carry an official photographer, documenting the topography and geomorphology of the lands they explored. The photograph presents a breathtaking scene of the daytime landscape, with the sun casting long shadows on the twisting road that leads to the mountain summit. The lush greenery and undulating terrain are a testament to the diverse beauty of the Asian landforms. The expedition, which took place between 1872 and 1876, was a significant moment in the history of scientific exploration, leading to numerous discoveries and expanding the collective knowledge of the natural world. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back to a time when the world was still full of mystery and wonder, and the spirit of adventure was an essential part of human progress. The winding road towards the peak serves as a metaphor for the journey of exploration and discovery, both physical and intellectual, that characterized the 19th century. This image is a valuable addition to any collection of Victorian-era topography or the history of exploration and scientific discovery.
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