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Jeepneys are the most popular means of public transportation in the Philippines.[1] They were originally made from US military jeeps left over from World War II[2] and are well known for their flamboyant decoration and crowded seating. They have also become a symbol of Philippine culture.
When American troops began to leave the Philippines at the end of World War II, hundreds of surplus jeeps were sold or given to local Filipinos. Locals stripped down the jeeps to accommodate several passengers, added metal roofs for shade, and decorated the vehicles with vibrant colors and bright chrome hood ornaments.
The jeepney rapidly emerged as a popular and creative way to reestablish inexpensive public transportation, which had been virtually destroyed during World War II. Recognizing the widespread use of these vehicles, the Philippine government began to place restrictions on their use. Drivers now must have specialized licenses, regular routes, and reasonably fixed fares. Due to recent fuel price rollbacks, the Metro Manila fixed fare was also reduced from 8.50 pesos to 8.00 pesos for the first 4 kilometers (currently about 10 to fifteen cents American.)Wikipedia
Peoples Park, Tagaytay
Photo archive 2007
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The Jeepney Cafe is the coffee shop if the Manila Intercon Hotel. Like most 5-star Asian hotels, it serves up a massive lunch and dinner buffet.
Another Jeepney, but very shiny. The weather was hot, humid and cloudy, perfect for grayscale shooting.
Jeepneys, sometimes called simply jeeps, are minibus-like public utility vehicles, serving as the most popular means of public transportation in the Philippines. They are known for their crowded seating and kitsch decorations, which have become a widespread symbol of Philippine culture and art.
We saw slow moving traffic for the next 2km, was like this the next 40mins or longer. Couple and kid hanging on throughout the shakings and brakings.