Kalesa I love seeing Philippine Icons like the Kalesa. It gives me a sense of uniqueness. So what is a Kalesa? A kalesa is a horse drawn carriage, and according to historical accounts, it was first introduced in the Philippines during the 18th Century by the Spanish. During the said era, the kalesa served as a luxurious mode of transportation that only the nobles, rich, and high ranked officials can afford. The carriage served as a status symbol and mark of prestige during those times. Owning a kalesa back then is similar to having a luxury car of today. The kalesa is also known as βKaritelaβ. It is a carriage with two large wheels on each side, a roof to provide shade from the sun, and is then connected to a horse that pulls the carriage. The kalesa is capable of accommodating at most four people. Through the years however, the design, length, and passenger capacity of the kalesa has evolved. Now, the kalesa has more decorative features, as is mainly used to attract tourists. Read more via this link https://retroscope.ph/2017/06/02/the-kalesa/ #firstbikeride #bikerideadventures #bikeridephoto #sonya6400 #sonyalpha #a6400 #intramuros #fortsantiago #history #igersph (at Raja Soliman, Roxas Blvd.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPx5U3rnToG/?utm_medium=tumblr
