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Photographic Print : The town of Darra Adam Khel, located in Pakistan south of Peshawar
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The town of Darra Adam Khel, located in Pakistan south of Peshawar
The town of Darra Adam Khel, located in Pakistan south of Peshawar and near the Afghan border, Darra Adam Khel (or simply Darra, for short) is, like the Wild, Wild West town of the 19th century.
There is only one main road in Darra and it is filled, on either side, with ramshackle stores. The stores sell guns of all makes and sizes. But these weapons aren imported by some shady arms dealer, they are made by the people of Darra
Using only d tools and a small drill pressthe men in Darra create illegal replicas of firearms all day, every day. The gun-making skills are passed down from generation to generation, treated like any craftsman trade. The variety of weapon is limitless, from hand guns, pen pistols, rifles, grenade launchers and even light artillery. Despite their primitive tools, these weaponsmiths can recreate a gun that they have never seen before, typically in under a few weeks. And in most cases, the replicas are near perfect copies.
The town is often discussed as one of the most dangerous places in the world. Our Picture Shows: The main road into Darra. 1st September 1977
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12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the enchanting allure of Darra Adam Khel, a vibrant town nestled in the heart of Pakistan, just south of Peshawar and near the Afghan border. This captivating photograph, expertly captured by our skilled photographers from Memory Lane Prints, transports you to a place where tradition meets modernity. Darra Adam Khel, known for its bustling markets and rich cultural heritage, is often compared to the Wild, Wild West towns of the 19th century. Bring this unique piece of the world into your home with our high-quality Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring a stunning, long-lasting representation of this captivating scene.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the town of Darra Adam Khel, nestled in Pakistan's southern region, just south of Peshawar and near the Afghan border. Known as Darra for short, this town resembles a Wild West frontier settlement from the 19th century. The image captures the essence of Darra's unique character. The main road leading into Darra is lined with ramshackle stores on both sides, each brimming with an astonishing array of guns. However, what sets this place apart is that these firearms are not imported by shady arms dealers; they are meticulously crafted by the skilled hands of the people living here. Using only rudimentary tools and a small drill press, generation after generation has honed their gun-making skills in Darra. These craftsmen create illegal replicas of firearms day in and day out. From handguns to pen pistols, rifles to grenade launchers—even light artillery—their repertoire knows no bounds. Remarkably, despite their limited resources and lack of exposure to modern weaponry designs, these artisans can replicate any firearm within weeks with astounding accuracy. Their attention to detail produces near-perfect copies time and again. However intriguing it may be from a historical perspective or as a testament to human ingenuity, it cannot be denied that Darra Adam Khel is often regarded as one of the most perilous places on Earth. This evocative photograph offers us a glimpse into this extraordinary town—a snapshot frozen in time on September 1st, 1977—showcasing its infamous main road bustling with activity amidst an atmosphere tinged with danger.
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