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Felucca with lateen sails on the River Nile, Egypt
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Felucca with lateen sails on the River Nile, Egypt
A felucca, a sailing boat with two lateen (triangular) sails, on the River Nile, Egypt. Date: 1922
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Arab Arabs Felucca Sails Sepia Today Triangular 1922 Lateen
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This photograph, taken in 1922, showcases a traditional felucca sailing boat on the iconic River Nile in Egypt. The felucca, with its distinctive two lateen (triangular) sails, is a quintessential symbol of Egyptian water transportation that has been in use for centuries. The felucca, with its simple yet elegant design, has been a vital means of transportation for the people living along the Nile's banks. The boat's sails, made of cotton or palm leaves, are set against the clear blue sky, creating an image that is both timeless and evocative of the region's rich history. The Arab people in this photograph, dressed in traditional clothing, are intimately connected to the felucca and the river. They are seen working together to navigate the boat, their faces reflecting a deep understanding and appreciation of the waterway that has shaped their lives. The sepia tone of the photograph adds to its vintage charm, transporting us back to the 1920s, a time when the world was undergoing significant changes. The felucca, however, remains a constant reminder of the simple pleasures and enduring traditions of the Middle East and North Africa. The River Nile, the longest river in the world, has been a source of life and inspiration for the people of Egypt and the surrounding regions for millennia. The felucca, with its lateen sails, continues to be an essential part of this living history, offering a glimpse into the past while remaining a vital means of transportation for people today.
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