Expo 64 Monorail, Lausanne, Switzerland, 1964

The image captures Expo 64 in Lausanne, Switzerland, featuring an elevated monorail and tent-like structures. The monorail, a visitor transport system, showcases modern architecture alongside men in suits engaged in conversation. The scene reflects a vibrant fair atmosphere with visitors enjoying the sunny day from tables under umbrellas.

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FORTEPAN / Vészi Ágnes
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The image captures Expo 64 in Lausanne, Switzerland, featuring an elevated monorail and tent-like structures. The monorail, a visitor transport system, showcases modern architecture alongside men in suits engaged in conversation. The scene reflects a vibrant fair atmosphere with visitors enjoying the sunny day from tables under umbrellas.
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Expo 64 Monorail, Lausanne, Switzerland, 1964
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Expo 64 (svájci nemzeti kiállítás 1964. április 30. - október 25.) a Genfi-tó partján. A kiállítás területét behálózó egysínű vasút (monorail).
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The image captures Expo 64 in Lausanne, Switzerland, featuring an elevated monorail and tent-like structures. The monorail, a visitor transport system, showcases modern architecture alongside men in suits engaged in conversation. The scene reflects a vibrant fair atmosphere with visitors enjoying the sunny day from tables under umbrellas.
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1964
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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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Vészi Ágnes
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Expo 64 Monorail, Lausanne, Switzerland, 1964
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The image captures Expo 64 in Lausanne, Switzerland, featuring an elevated monorail and tent-like structures. The monorail, a visitor transport system, showcases modern architecture alongside men in suits engaged in conversation. The scene reflects a vibrant fair atmosphere with visitors enjoying the sunny day from tables under umbrellas.
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1964
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outdoor
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tents
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monorail
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Lausanne
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Expo 64
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modern design
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public event
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social gathering
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transportation
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architecture
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exposition
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The image shows an outdoor setting, likely part of an exposition or fair. There is a long, elevated monorail track extending across the image, with a train-like carriage on it. This carriage has several covered seats and a driver or operator visible at the front, suggesting it's a mode of transportation for visitors. In the background, there are several large, tent-like structures characterized by their pointed tops, which are likely made of fabric or a similar material. The tents have varying patterns and colors, but they predominantly appear in shades of gray due to the black-and-white nature of the photograph. On the ground, there is a wide walkway or path, which is somewhat empty except for three men walking towards the camera. They are dressed in dark suits and ties, indicating a formal occasion or event. The men are positioned slightly off-center and appear to be engaged in conversation. To the left of the frame, there are a few small planters featuring plants or flowers, adding a touch of nature to the constructed environment. In the distance, some visitors can be seen under umbrellas sitting at tables, suggesting a lively atmosphere. The sky above is clear with no clouds, indicating a sunny day. Overall, the composition presents a blend of modern architecture with a social environment typical of public fairs or exhibitions during a bright season.
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Expo 64 (svájci nemzeti kiállítás 1964. április 30. - október 25.) a Genfi-tó partján. A kiállítás területét behálózó egysínű vasút (monorail).