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Rydal Mount Hotel, Orange River Colony, South Africa
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Rydal Mount Hotel, Orange River Colony, South Africa
Rydal Mount Hotel, south of Harrismith, Orange River Colony, South Africa -- people with ponies. Date: circa 1910
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Colony Free Mount Ponies Pony Rydal
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Step back in time to the early 1910s in the Orange River Colony of South Africa, where the serene beauty of the rural countryside unfolds before your eyes. Nestled among the lush greenery and picturesque landscape, the Rydal Mount Hotel stands proudly as a beacon of hospitality and tranquility. The hotel, located south of Harrismith, was a popular destination for travelers seeking a respite from the harsh realities of life in the colonial outpost. In this photograph, we see a group of people gathered outside the hotel, their smiling faces reflecting the joy and camaraderie that comes from shared experiences. The elegantly dressed women, their parasols shielding them from the sun, engage in animated conversation, while the men, clad in hats and suits, tend to their ponies. The ponies, with their regal bearing and gleaming coats, add an air of adventure and excitement to the scene. The Orange River, a source of life and sustenance in the arid region, meanders gently in the background, its crystal-clear waters reflecting the clear blue sky above. The surrounding buildings, with their red-tiled roofs and whitewashed walls, exude a sense of charm and history, transporting us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace. As we gaze upon this enchanting image, we are reminded of the simple pleasures of a bygone era – the beauty of nature, the warmth of human connection, and the enduring allure of the great outdoors.
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