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A European gentleman in a solar topee is about to be taken in a rickshaw in Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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1933 Ceylon Gentleman Lanka Powered Rick Shaw Rickshaws Solar Topee
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of travel in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the 1930s. A European gentleman, dressed in crisp white linen and wearing a solar topee to protect himself from the tropical sun, prepares to climb into a rickshaw. The rickshaw, a traditional mode of transport in Sri Lanka, is powered by a local rickshaw puller, who is poised to set off on the journey. The historical significance of this image lies in the contrast between the European tourist and the local rickshaw puller. The European gentleman represents the colonial influence that dominated Sri Lanka during this period, while the rickshaw puller symbolizes the local population who continued to rely on traditional forms of transportation. The solar topee, or sun hat, worn by the European gentleman was a popular accessory for travelers to the tropics. It was designed to protect the head and neck from the sun, and was often made of straw or other lightweight materials. The use of the solar topee became a symbol of colonialism and the European presence in the tropics. The rickshaws in Sri Lanka were a common sight on the streets during the early 20th century. They were pulled by local laborers, often referred to as "rickshaw wallahs," who would transport passengers around the city for a small fee. Rickshaws were an affordable and convenient mode of transportation for locals and tourists alike, and remained popular until the introduction of motorized vehicles. This photograph, taken in 1933, offers a glimpse into the past and provides a fascinating insight into the history of travel in Sri Lanka during the colonial era. It captures the spirit of adventure and the interplay between cultures that characterized this period in history.
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