U Bein Bridge, Mandalay, Myanmar

The world's longest teak bridge was built in 1841, is over 1000m long and contains 1000 teak pillars. It is tentatively listed by UNESCO, as with all sites in the former Burma.

Tram, Bus and Rail postcards

One of my preferred themes. I think public transport postcards offer a window into daily life and urban development. Let's swap.

Postcards with exquisite matching stamps get a gold medal! Thanks Sabine

Hamburg America Line - Cuba -Mexico

I just love the way Germany issues matching stamps. Trust the Germans! Danke sehr Sabine.

Der Kreisviaduct bei Brusio

Received from Ande who makes sending postcards an artform

Unusual Africa cards and countries: Benin

Benin map card

stamps: (top) 2011 papal visit, (bot.) Benin coat of arms

Angola: rising from the ashes

Angola, a southern African nation, was a Portuguese colony from 1483. It gained independence in 1975 after a brutal civil war followed. The country is rich in oil, diamonds, and natural resources. Angola's capital, Luanda, was a major slave trade hub. The country has made progress since civil war ended in 2002, but faces challenges like poverty and corruption. Angola's diverse culture blends Portuguese and indigenous influences. 

This card from tour operator Paul Wesson of www.eco-tur.com



stamp: from 1995 set of traditional ceramics

Vintage Transicards - UK Vehicles

Picked up these old UK transport cards from a second hand shop somewhere. Classics. Does anyone know the history behind the Transicard series? Printed mainly in the 1970s from what can gather.