In a world
where Uber and other smart applications have become the preferred
transportation option for passengers, traditional taxis still have their own
charm, especially if you are travelling to a new country. Most taxis have the
same specifications, however some of these vehicles may be more distinctive
than others, here we have picked five of the coolest and most interesting taxis
around the world.
Yellow New York Taxi
Today more
than 13,000 taxis roam the streets of New York, and these cars have been
especially famous in Hollywood films, where movie scenes often feature yellow
Ford Crown Victoria taxis.
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| New York Taxi |
Today, the
New York taxi is available in more than thirty models, including Toyota Camry,
Toyota Prius, Nissan NV200 and others, but the cars kept the yellow color and
despite the emergence of another type of taxi in light green, this type is only
intended for some regions, unlike the traditional yellow taxi licensed for all
administrative regions. It is reported that taxis in New York rely on the medal
system, as only cars that carry the medal are allowed to operate as a taxi.
Because of
ots limited number, the medal price reached more than one million dollars in
2014, but today it has decreased to about 150 thousand dollars after the spread
of smart phone applications.
Riksha Taxi India
While old
black and yellow taxis mix with luxury white private cabs on the chaotic
streets of India, unique auto rickshaws stand out that provide visitors with a
cheaper and more enjoyable travel experience.
While the
auto rickshaw began historically as a carriage drawn by a human being, the
rickshaw has evolved over the years and become equipped with different types of
engines. It is believed that the origin of the motorized rickshaw goes back to
the Mazda Joe three-wheeled vehicle from the 1930s.
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| Rikshaw Taxi India |
In fact,
rickshaws are not limited to India, as these small three-wheeled vehicles have
become popular in some cities in the 21st century as an alternative
to taxis due to the low cost of renting them. In addition to its small size,
which makes it suitable for entering, narrow roads and crowded places.
The
rickshaw or tuk-tuk is spread in dozens of countries, including Egypt, Iraq,
Sudan, Pakistan, and even China and the Philippines.
Gondola of Venice
It is true
that it is not a car, but Gondola Venice is one of the most famous taxis in the
world and the most famous tourist attraction there
Although it
was the main means of transportation in the floating city for centuries as the
canals were filled with gondolas in the 17th century, today the work
of gondolas is limited to transporting tourists from one point in the city to
another, and their number does not exceed a hundred compounds.
But let us
warn you.. renting a gondola isn't as cheap as a rickshaw.
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| Gondola of Venice |
The
official fare for a two-person gondola ride for one hour is $140, and the price may increase if the ride is overnight, And if you
want the gondola to sing or play an instrument while riding, you will have to
pay extra.
On the
other hand, you maybe less surprised, dear viewer, when you learn that the cost
of a gondola that reaches 11 meters in length and 1.6 meters in width is more
than $45,000, which is close to the price of a new Mercedes GLC.
London Taxi
Each of the major cities has its symbols, and, for London,
there is a Big Ben clock, red buses, and there are also black taxis, and while
these cars have certain legal specifications, the most important feature of a
London taxi is the driver, where laws in London require the driver to pass the
knowledge test or the knowledge, which is an in-depth study of London's main and
secondary roads, which number up to 25 thousand roads, in addition to all the
tourist places, shops and important landmarks on them.
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| London Taxi |
On average, the study period takes approximately 34 months
before a driver obtains a license, which makes this exam one of the most
difficult exams in the world.
While we really appreciate the desire of the British
authorities to ensure that the driver is able to deliver passengers to their
destinations in in the fastest time and in the shortest way, we cannot afford
to ask: Why is the system not content with Google Maps instead of this exam?
Taxi
If the open speed on German motorways or the so-called
Autobahn is not enough for you, you can hire a taxi to tour the famous
Nürburgring and experience the feeling of professional racing drivers.
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| Taxi |
While you will pay not a little for this experience,
exploring one of the most famous circuits in the world that hosts Formula 1,
DTM and other races, is well worth the price, even if you are not sitting
behind the wheel in the drivers seat! And there are several types of cars at
different prices to provide you with this service, the only problem with
circuit taxi is that it will not take you far, but in fact it will return you
to the place you started from!
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