Getting around
When different modes of transport are mentioned, the first ones to pop into our heads are things like car, airplane, train, boat, cycle and so on. But there are so many different types of transport that are used around the world by different communities.
Unravel the images below to see what they’re like and learn more about them.
Suspension Railway
It is a form of elevated monorail which is suspended from a fixed track, which is built above streets, waterways, or existing railway track. This particular one is in Wuppertal, Germany
Maglev
The Maglev train (short for magnetic levitation train) isn’t just an ordinary train. It makes about 30km in just a few minutes! It uses magnetic repulsion to keep itself a few inches above the track. This can be found in Shanghai, China.
Barco de Totora (Reed Boat)
These are reed watercrafts used by fishermen in Peru. Totora is particular type of reed grown in the country, most notable on lake Titicaca.
Norry (Bamboo train)
It is an improvised rail vehicle found in Cambodia. It is made from bamboo and can be easily removed from the track. It can be used to carry people and goods.