Karozzin
The karozzin is a Maltese traditional mode of transport[1] consisting of a carriage pulled by a horse. It was once popular for general transit and is still used in ceremonies such as funerals, and as a tourist attraction. It is mostly found in Mdina and Valletta, and dates to the mid-nineteenth century.[2]
Description
[edit]The Karozzin has a canopy roof and seats four passengers face-to-face, with a driver's seat up front. The carriage body is mounted high on four elliptical springs. It is pulled by a single horse or large pony.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ Hastings, Max (2004). The second world war: a world in flames. Osprey. p. 220. ISBN 1-84176-830-8.
- ^ Sheehan, Sean (2000). Malta. Marshall Cavendish. p. 60. ISBN 0-7614-0993-9. OL 8016081M.
- ^ Smith, D.J.M. (1988). A Dictionary of Horse Drawn Vehicles. J. A. Allen & Co. Ltd. p. 100. ISBN 0851314686. OL 11597864M.
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