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Madeira - Monte sledge drivers, or carreiros
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Madeira - Monte sledge drivers, or carreiros
Madeira - Monte sledge drivers, or carreiros, look bored as they wait for tourists to push downhill in their wickerwork sledges Date: 2007
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© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
2000s 2007 Bored Boredom Drivers Funchal Madeira Monte Sledge Straw Uniforms Wait Waiting Wickerwork
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This photograph, taken in 2007, captures a moment of quiet reflection among the Madeira Island's Monte sledge drivers, or carreiros. The scene unfolds on a bustling street in Funchal, the largest city on the Portuguese archipelago, where tourists flock to experience the traditional mode of transportation down the steep slopes of Monte. The carreiros, dressed in their iconic white uniforms and straw hats, sit idly in their wickerwork sledges, their expressions revealing a sense of boredom and fatigue. The men, likely waiting for their next fare, seem to be lost in thought, their gazes fixed on distant points as they take a brief respite from the demands of tourism. The sledges, a time-honored means of transporting visitors up and down the mountain since the late 19th century, are a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Madeira. The wickerwork construction, intricately crafted from local materials, adds to the allure of this unique experience. Despite the seemingly mundane moment, this photograph encapsulates the essence of life on the island, where the rhythm of tourism intertwines with the daily lives of its residents. The 2000s, a period of significant growth in tourism, brought both opportunities and challenges to the community, and this image offers a glimpse into the human side of the industry. This photograph, with its timeless composition and evocative atmosphere, invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of travel and the interplay between tradition and modernity.
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