The fading prestige of Java's iconic horse-drawn carriages
In short: Once a symbol of high social status, the andong is now struggling to survive in a modern world. This documentary explores how these traditional vehicles have transitioned from essential transport to quaint relics.
The andong was historically an iconic image of Yogyakarta, representing prestige for those who used them. Today, however, modernization has rendered the carriages largely obsolete, leaving drivers to fight for their livelihoods as the vehicle becomes a mere reminder of the past.
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