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China - Shanghai - Junks
China - Shanghai - Junks. Date: circa 1910s
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Crew Forms Junk Junks Loading Moored Mooring Shanghai Shape Unloading
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This photograph, taken circa 1910s, transports us back in time to the bustling port city of Shanghai during the Chinese Republic era. The image showcases a tranquil scene of traditional Chinese junks gracefully moored along the waterfront. Junks, with their unique and distinctive forms, have been an integral part of China's maritime history for centuries. These boats, with their square sails and slender hulls, were once the primary means of transportation and trade in China's coastal regions. The crew members, dressed in traditional attire, can be seen busily loading and unloading goods from the boats, adding to the hive-like activity that characterized Shanghai's waterfront. The shape of these junks, with their distinctively high sterns and flat bottoms, allowed them to navigate the shallow waters of the Yangtze River and its many tributaries. The moored junks in this photograph create a picturesque tableau against the backdrop of the city's modern buildings, offering a striking contrast between the old and the new. This photograph is a testament to Shanghai's rich and complex history, which was shaped by a unique blend of cultures and traditions. The Chinese junks, with their enduring allure, continue to be a symbol of China's maritime heritage and a reminder of the country's storied past.
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