KALESA, as the primary mode of transportation, were introduced by the Spaniards sometime 1700s during the Spanish colonial era of the Philippines. These are carriages being drawn by a horse and can usually carry two passengers and the driver commonly called "Kutsero." Use of kalesas declined in the mid-20th century and now they had been already phased out but still exists only as part of tourist attractions. These literally horse-powered had been taken over by motorized jeepneys and tricycles which i will share with you later. Riding the kalesa is a very fun experience. As you hear the "tak tak tak tak" sound of the horse shoe hitting the paved road, the kutsero usually shares amusing passed on stories of all sorts which had been termed as "Kwentong Kutsero." While a couple might be true, beware, some are exaggerated and some are hearsays. Haha. #Philippines #SomeePh #Philippinetradition #Philippineculture #projectPh_Jed #Calesa

I have no idea if there are other countries with this kind of public utility transport. Here in the Philippines we call them Jeepneys. These were U.S. miltary jeeps and Willys left in the country after world war 2 and later modified to accommodate more passengers. #ProjectPh.d #Jeepneys #Culture

While me and Dylan were playing at his newbuilt #hotwheels track I noticed that one of the cars looks familiar! ???????? It looks like Philippine #Jeepney (dyeep-nee) Jeepneys 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. Have you ever ride a jeepney before? or what's your local transportation like?