Kalesa in the philippines

Calesa (horse drawn carriage) in Manila, Philippines....

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Kalesa an old trasport in the philippines

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Calesa (horse carriage) in The Philippines

Kalesa is a horse-driven carriage used in the Philippines. The word predates the Spanish conquest and descends ultimately from an Old Church Slavonic word meaning "wheels." This was one of the modes of transportation introduced in the Philippines in the 18Th century. They are rarely used in the streets nowadays except in tourist spots and some rural areas. A kalesa looks like an inclined cart popularized during Spanish occupation as a method of transportation.

Kalesa or Calesa ( sometimes called a Karetela ) is a horse- driven calash ( carriage ) used in the Philippines. The word, also spelled calesa, predates the Spanish conquest and descends ultimately from an Old church slavonic word meaning " wheels." This was one of the modes of transportation introduced in the Philippines in the 18th century by the Spaniards that only nobles and high ranked officials could afford. They are rarely used in the streets nowadays except in tourist spots and some…

Kalesa - how I miss this traditional ride in Binondo Manila, Philippines. :-)