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Business street in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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Business street in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
Passer Besar (Pasar Besar, large market), a business street in Surabaya (Soerabaja, Soerabaia), East Java, Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). Date: circa 1908
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Business Busy Cobblestones Indies Indonesia Indonesian Jakarta Java Parasols Passer Pedestrians Soerabaia Soerabaja Sunny Surabaya Tracks Umbrellas Besar
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling business street of Passer Besar (Large Market) in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, circa 1908. The Dutch colonial town of Soerabaia, now known as Surabaya, is depicted in all its vibrant glory, with a sunny day drawing an array of locals and traders to the cobblestone streets. The photograph showcases a multitude of buildings with Dutch colonial architectural influences, their ornate facades standing tall against the clear blue sky. The street is filled with a lively energy, as people go about their daily business, some carrying heavy loads on their shoulders, while others haggle over goods at the market stalls. Parasols and umbrellas shield pedestrians from the sun, adding a touch of color to the scene. The presence of tram tracks in the foreground hints at the modern transportation system that connected the town, making it easier for people to travel and conduct business. Passer Besar, or Pasar Besar (Large Market), was a significant commercial hub in Surabaya, attracting traders from all corners of the Dutch East Indies. The market was renowned for its textiles, spices, and handicrafts, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and foreigners. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and cultural diversity of Surabaya during the early 1900s, a time when the town was at the heart of the Dutch colonial empire in Indonesia.
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