Jigsaw Puzzle : Railway station in Kafr el-Dawwar, Egypt
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Railway station in Kafr el-Dawwar, Egypt
Railway station in Kafr el-Dawwar, nowadays a city near Alexandria, Egypt. Date: circa 1905
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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the rich history and culture of Egypt with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of Kafr el-Dawwar Railway Station, circa 1905, this intricately detailed puzzle offers a journey back in time. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle invites you to immerse yourself in the intricacies of this fascinating scene, once a bustling railway hub near Alexandria. Engage your mind, relax your body, and transport yourself to another era with this beautiful and challenging puzzle.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Glimpse into the Past: Kafr el-Dawwar Railway Station, Egypt (circa 1905)" 2. Description: This photograph offers a window into the past, transporting us back in time to the early 1900s and the bustling Kafr el-Dawwar Railway Station in Egypt. Nowadays, Kafr el-Dawwar is a thriving city located just 25 kilometers southwest of Alexandria, but in this image, we see it as a quaint village nestled amidst the desert landscape. 3. The railway station, a symbol of modernity and progress, stands proudly in the center of the image, with its red-brick buildings, tall chimneys, and intricate architectural details. Tracks stretch out in both directions, disappearing into the horizon, hinting at the vast network of railways that connected Egypt to the rest of the world. 4. Men in traditional Egyptian attire can be seen milling about the station, some carrying heavy loads on their backs, while others engage in animated conversations. Houses and simple structures dot the landscape, providing shelter for the local community. 5. The photograph also reveals the lush greenery that once thrived in the area, with palm trees and other vegetation lining the tracks and surrounding the station. The presence of a well and a water pump further emphasizes the importance of water in this arid region. 6. This image not only showcases the historical significance of the railway system in Egypt but also offers a glimpse into the daily life of the people who lived in and around Kafr el-Dawwar during the early 1900s. It is a poignant reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage that continues to shape Egypt today.
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