Place de la Palud, 1966

This 1966 street scene in Lausanne, Switzerland, showcases a mix of architectural styles surrounding a traffic circle with the Fontaine de la Justice. The scene features a hotel named 'MERCURE' and a pharmacy, bordered by cobblestone streets, parked vehicles, and pedestrians, capturing a tranquil moment in the historic urban landscape.

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44080
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FORTEPAN / Szomolányi József
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This 1966 street scene in Lausanne, Switzerland, showcases a mix of architectural styles surrounding a traffic circle with the Fontaine de la Justice. The scene features a hotel named 'MERCURE' and a pharmacy, bordered by cobblestone streets, parked vehicles, and pedestrians, capturing a tranquil moment in the historic urban landscape.
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Place de la Palud, 1966
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Place de la Palud, középen a Fontaine de la Justice.
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This 1966 street scene in Lausanne, Switzerland, showcases a mix of architectural styles surrounding a traffic circle with the Fontaine de la Justice. The scene features a hotel named 'MERCURE' and a pharmacy, bordered by cobblestone streets, parked vehicles, and pedestrians, capturing a tranquil moment in the historic urban landscape.
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1966
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Switzerland
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Lausanne
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46.516
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6.63282
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Szomolányi József
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Place de la Palud, 1966
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This 1966 street scene in Lausanne, Switzerland, showcases a mix of architectural styles surrounding a traffic circle with the Fontaine de la Justice. The scene features a hotel named 'MERCURE' and a pharmacy, bordered by cobblestone streets, parked vehicles, and pedestrians, capturing a tranquil moment in the historic urban landscape.
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street life
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fountain
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vehicles
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pedestrians
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historic buildings
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Lausanne
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switzerland
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urban
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architecture
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traffic circle
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Fontaine de la Justice
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street scene
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historical
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urban setting
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architectural styles
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The image captures a street scene in a historical urban setting, characterized by narrow winding roads and a mix of architectural styles. On the left, a building with large, white-framed windows displays a sign that reads "MERCURE," likely indicating a hotel or establishment. Below the sign, there are posters or advertisements affixed to the wall. The street curves sharply, with cobblestones visible on the road. A few vehicles are parked along the sides, including a dark, compact car in the foreground and a larger white car nearer the center of the street. Just beyond the curve, there's a small traffic circle dominated by a stone fountain featuring a statue atop its pedestal, surrounded by blooming flowers. To the right, a variety of buildings showcase a combination of window styles, including shuttered and contemporary designs. One prominently displays the word "PHARMACIE," suggesting it is a pharmacy. The buildings are multi-story, with sloped roofs, and appear to date back several decades, contributing to the area's historical charm. Several people can be seen on the street: one figure wearing a dark coat walks away from the camera, while another man, possibly a law enforcement officer in a cap, strolls into frame. The overall scene suggests a quiet, possibly overcast day, hinting at an early morning or late afternoon time.
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