Motor Accident, Cyprus
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Motor Accident, Cyprus
A motor car stuck in a ditch on the road from the port of Larnaca to Nikosia, Cyprus. The rough, narrow dirt tracks are really only fit to be used by traditional donkey carts. Date: 1930s
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Accident Accidents Carts Cyprus Dirt Ditch Donkey Larnaca Narrow Rough Stuck Tracks Nikosia
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Motor Mishap on the Unforgiving Road from Larnaca to Nikosia, Cyprus (1930s) 2.. This evocative photograph captures a moment of unexpected adversity on the rugged and unyielding road from Larnaca to Nikosia, Cyprus, during the 1930s. The image portrays a motor car, its once gleaming bodywork now marred by the unforgiving terrain, precariously perched in a deep ditch. The narrow, rough dirt tracks, barely wide enough for traditional donkey carts, stretch out before and after the stranded vehicle, emphasizing the stark contrast between modern and traditional modes of transportation. The era's quaint costumes of the locals, dressed in long, flowing garments, add a sense of timelessness to the scene. The car's occupants, likely travelers on their way to the capital city, appear to be assessing the damage and contemplating their next move. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by motorists in the early days of motoring in Cyprus, where the roads were not yet designed to accommodate the demands of modern vehicles. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when travel was an adventure, and the journey was as much a part of the experience as the destination. This evocative image is a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who dared to explore the world, no matter the obstacles.
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