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Queen Street and Duke Street photographed from Principality Building, Cardiff, Wales
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Queen Street and Duke Street photographed from Principality Building, Cardiff, Wales
Queen Street and Duke Street photographed from Principality Building, Cardiff, Wales. 1st September 1959
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
Media ID 21863081
© Mirrorpix
1959 Buildings Buses Cardiff Queen Street Shop Shops Aeiral
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of Cardiff, Wales in the late 1950s. From high above the Principality Building, we are granted a bird's-eye view of Queen Street and Duke Street, two iconic thoroughfares that have witnessed countless stories unfold over the years. The aerial perspective showcases an architectural tapestry that blends old-world charm with modern progress. Rows of elegant buildings line both streets, their facades telling tales of a bygone era. The intricate details and craftsmanship on display hint at a time when architecture was celebrated as an art form. Amidst this architectural splendor, cars and buses navigate through the busy streets, painting a vivid picture of transportation in mid-20th century Wales. The vintage vehicles evoke nostalgia for a simpler time when automobiles were symbols of freedom and exploration. The street scene is alive with activity - pedestrians stroll along the sidewalks while shoppers explore the various shops that dot Queen Street. These establishments serve as windows into daily life during this period; they offer glimpses into fashion trends, popular goods, and perhaps even conversations exchanged between customers and shopkeepers. As we delve into this remarkable photograph from Memory Lane Prints' Western Mail Archive collection, it serves as more than just a visual record; it transports us to another time altogether – one where Cardiff's vibrant past comes alive before our eyes.
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