Photographer's Note
In 1883, President Argentino Roca, took up the idea for the establishment of a "penal colony in the South of Argentina". In 1884 the first convicts arrived in Ushuaia.They were chosen for their physical strength and manual skills, to set up a Prefecture Station and build a lighthouse.
Ushuaia was founded on the 12th October 1884. In the language of the indian Yamana, means "deep bay to the west".In the first months of the XX century the jail received its first inmates. The jail was built using local materials: basalt rock, timber from the forests, clay and sand from the streams in the region. Labour was provided by the convicts themselves.A XILOCAR, a train that ran on wooden rails, was set up to transport the materials rails.At the end of 1909 and the beginning of 1910, the first railway movements were recorded. The little train crossed the town along the waterfront, linking the jail to the woodcutting site.The new train became a vital asset in the completion of the jail and in securing wood for cooking and heating throughout the year.For two decades, the laying of the line continued up the eastern slopes of Mount Susana . When the original locomotives were no longer able to reach the steeper parts of that section, tracks were laid through the River Pipo Valley , later entering what is now the Tierra del Fuego National Park .Old settlers in the region still remember the locomotive they fondly called "The Coquette". It was the smallest of the fleet and the first to arrive at the jail. It got its name from the little jumps it made as it puffed along the tracks.Workshops were set up in the jail to give the convicts something constructive to do and to enable them to learn a trade, which would help them find employment once they had finished their term. They received a daily wage for their work.There was a sawmill, a press, a bakery, a blacksmith's, a tailor's, a shoemaker's and several workshops, including photography, carpentry, cabinetmaking. All were at the town's disposal including the jail's medical service and pharmacy.The population of Ushuaia also benefited from the supply electricity and running water, as well as streets, roads and bridges built by the convicts.Hard labour continued until the closure of the jail-housing block, in March 1947 for reasons of penitentiary order.The jail facilities passed to the Argentine Navy and became a Naval Base. Sailors replaced the convicts. In 1952 the "Convict Train" stopped running, the puffing of its steam was silenced and with it the last vestiges of the coarse voices of those convicts who had tried to redeem themselves in that enormous southern solitude, whose spirit was touched enough to leave behind this anonymous song.After four decades lying forgotten, the train was given new life at the hands of an enterprise with all the spice of adventure necessary for its restoration. The "Convict Train" reemerged as a handsome tourist train called the "Ferrocarril Austral Fueguino".
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IvarsU
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(2505) 2006-06-06 3:18
Hi, Rafael!
Nice powerful color of old train contrasting with peaceful landscape. Steem adding mistic to scene. Nice perspective and POV, too.
Rg, Ivars.
ktanska
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(40067) 2006-06-06 3:40
Hi Rafael,
That red paint is really eye catching. And very interesting piece of history. You have a good POV although I'd like to see more of the lower part of the engine and maybe less sky.
I like the sign "Estacion Fin del Mundo" very much.
Kari
quillo
(11858) 2006-06-06 3:46
¡ Joe Rafael ! me recuerda mis amapolas por el rojo intenso.
Una composición con buenos detalles que no se me escapan, la bandera de Argentina, la antención del maquinista, ¿que estará pensando al leer el nombre de la Espación? y sobre todo me gusta el encuadre, felicidades.
Un saludo amigo.
Paco
Jeppe
(18654) 2006-06-06 3:51
Hi Rafael
I knew it could be found some where "Fin del Mundo" - thanks for sharing it with us as well.
I like the setup which makes this shot complete.
luisafonso
(862) 2006-06-06 4:00
Hola Rafael,
this one is wonderful. You know I love trains and this red one is amazing. Your point of view has made a very strong composition enhanced by the perfect position of the station name sign. The steam of the locomotive almost mingles with the foggy weather. I find that really dreamful. En hora buena. Grande!
Kirych
(2716) 2006-06-06 4:43
Hi, Rafael!
I like red locomotiv on the foreground and history about place. Good and interesting work. Tanya.
MIG13
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(0) 2006-06-06 5:45
Bueno, Rafael, así es que conociste el fin del mundo! No me había dado cuenta de que el fuera tan fotogénico! Vaya, es una foto muy buena, de colores vivos y mucha originalidad. Gracias por compartirla! Saludos desde Rio! Miguel.
Rinie_Hoff
(9340) 2006-06-06 6:57
Hi Rafael, i like the view, and I must immediately add that I'm envious of you. I love trainrides, and this one seems quite exquisite. And it's not only for the trainride I would like to go there but the whole scenery is known to me, not only because of TE, but 3 of my friends have been there, but not me yet ;-(
I ike the looks along the railing, but I'm less charmed by the red frame. Although frames are really personal choices.
faubry
(35447) 2006-06-06 7:20
hello Rafael, c est un,e photo vraiment superbe! le rouge du train , avapeur, la fin des rails, oui le bout du monde, bravo, une très très belle image que tu nous montres ici, tu devrais la présenter au journal "la vie du rail" en France
comment on paut avoir des renseignements sur ce train?
à++ francine
FORJP001
(3819) 2006-06-06 8:44
Hi Raphael,
Very long and instructive photographer's note. Very rich red color with natural blured red aside the front of locomotive due to the steam exausted.
If I was the photographer I would have tried to catch the whole locomotive because FORJP001 is a full locomotive maniac.
Jean-Pierre
plimrn
(21344) 2006-06-06 13:32
Hola Rafael,
Nicely framed shot with the engineer in bright red train, it's steam mingling with the clouds that circle the mountain. I read you note with great interest...Pat
Emile
(20352) 2006-06-06 15:13
Hola Rafael.
Los colores de la maquina tienen un buen contraste con el verde de la montaña y el gris de las nubes, tu foco ha sido fantastico pudiendo ver los mas minimos detalles, el marco rojo muy timido que le pusiste a la foto hace un perfecto juego. La nota informativa esta estupenda.
Gracias por compartirla, felicitaciones.
robiuk
(10807) 2006-06-06 16:39
Hi Rafael,
Beautiful scene with the sign "Fin del Mundo" - and I was sure something like that doesn't exist and the Earth is round!
;-D
Great steam and train driver and the whole scene is filled with emotions...
Your note is really good, too!
Regards,
Robi
jjbach
(9326) 2006-06-06 16:55
Hi Rafael,
Very nice shot with wonderful colour contrast. The red of the train is stunning and catch the eye with the first view. Excellent perspective too. Splendid work!
Regards John
poulinp
(4530) 2006-06-06 20:28
This picture got its goal: it has a very old look! Good shot, with nice contrast.
keribar
(43841) 2006-06-06 23:37
Hello Rafael,
" La fin del Mundo " station is indeed
very impressive, first because we know it is at the tip of the world, and second because
the photo is also excellent with it's striking colors, and a vintage locomotive
and it's steam plume. I also like the conductor. Looks like an old film in a way.
Many thanks - Izzet
vagabondtravels
(6511) 2006-06-07 0:16
Great image and photographers note. Really nice POV and the red of the engine really jumps out. Good work.
cyrrhus
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(2878) 2006-06-07 2:50
Ola Rafael,
Que buena idea tomar esta linda locomotiva roja. Una imagen muy fuerte para ilustrar el tema.
Me gusta el rojo denso asi que la perspectiva que nos muestra al mismo tiempo el nombre de la stacion.
Lindo trabajo
Eric /.
bibiweb
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(8) 2006-06-07 3:12
Hola Rafael,
I like this bright red train that contrasts with the foggy landscape in the back and the "fin del mundi" sign really adds a feeling of desolation. A very interesting note, perfectly illustrated by this picture.
Have a nice day.
Brigitte
capthaddock
(28790) 2006-06-07 9:53
Hi Rafael - funny marker and interesting note, the red train is very atttractive, though the sky is a little bright.
mammad
(3572) 2006-06-07 11:12
Dear rafael,
The colors are Magical,So alive and screaming!
Your composition is so great and it is really sharp in every detail.
Tfs.Mammad.
clic
(23798) 2006-06-07 12:01
Hola Rafael
A colourful and rare sight from the past; steam engines appear mostly in black color !
You've been lucky to get steam on your side for added realism. These fumes are easily seen on gorgeous background.
The conductor looks quite concentrated.
These are all the elements for a superb nostalgic picture.
Saludos
Robert
elihesamian
(26149) 2006-06-07 14:01
Rafael,
what a story !
the shot seems has come from the stories,too,fantastic Red one in a great and special perspective that find a great curved direction,I like it ,nicely captured with a superb colors which well contrasted,well composed,too,and Thanks,
Best
M
weswang
(18247) 2006-06-07 23:16
Hi Rafael, A nice PoV and good capture of the steam around of this colorful train. Good perspective view. It looks that the steam of the train has well mixed with the cloud above the mountain. A well composed picture with nice contrast and depth.
sergecross
(3438) 2006-06-08 7:51
Hi Rafael:
Me gusta la escena captada y tambien el letrero de la estacion fin del mundo. Excelentes colores y contraste. Me gusta el angulo y el punto de vista es magnifico.
Muy buena
Sergio
Henryk_Bilor
(20803) 2006-06-08 11:37
Hello Rafael
Great idea. Now i know where is the end ;). Excellent capture of the locomotive at the end against this beautiful mountain.
Regards
Jribeirosantos
(1924) 2006-06-08 12:16
Hola Rafael!
Explendid compo!
Color Pov and DOF.
Congratulations!
Great note!
Kiss
Joana
PixelTerror
(0) 2006-06-08 13:17
Hola Rafael,
A view that appeals to the train enthusiast in me !
Even more if the train is plain red and thus strongly contrasting against the environment as on your view, good angle too to have the lok move towards the "fin del mundo".
Have a nice day,
JEan-Yves
josepmarin
(59385) 2006-06-08 14:33
Hola Rafael,
Una composición muy bonita que nos muestras hoy aquí. Este ferrocarril realmente es el del fin del mundo, por su latitud y situación. Parece que podamos sentir la humedad del vapor de esta vieja locomotora, de un color rojo explosivo, y con el cartel que nos indica donde estamos, en la Estación del Fin del Mundo. Las montañas del fondo son impresionantes, y el cielo tan gris y amenazante le da mucho ambiente austral a la foto. El encuadre es espléndido, y la nota muy informativa.
Buen trabajo, amigo mío.
Un saludo,
Josep
oochappan
(4880) 2006-06-09 3:51
The red of this little stream train is really eyecathing in this landcape, nice pespective to wards the name of the place.
An excellent shot Rafael
Henk
efigesta
(12188) 2006-06-09 4:46
Hola Rafael
interesant esta composicion del train y de la estacion del fin del mundo
muy bien logrado
saludos
manuel
carper
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(96) 2006-06-09 6:36
wauw marvelous shot Rafael,
a good point of view, the perspective is great and the atmosphere is great, good colours, well exelent job, I like it.
gr. jaap
gaby
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(19819) 2006-06-09 14:38
Rafael bonsoir - great POV, this diagonal compo with the red train is superb - I like the smoke and the fog in this end of the world -
very well done
Thanks
Rgs
Gaby
Graal
(103040) 2006-06-09 14:39
Hi Rafael,
interesting reportage, good composition and colours. Nice mountains in background. Good note also. I like it.
Rgs, Aleksander
TeresaT
(10806) 2006-06-09 15:05
Hi Rafael,
This is a very..very beautiful scene.
The red tones of the trains really contrasts I love the smoke caming out of the train.
It is a really good work.
Regards
Teresa
izmirli
(3989) 2006-06-09 15:23
merhaba my friend rafael
wonderful picture.wonderful composition.wonderful lovely colours.very good mountain,trees and note.well done.
regards my friend.
gürkan akçakır.
Vato_Law
(12732) 2006-06-09 18:36
Hello Rafael,
This is a great shot, I like your pov and the composition is magnificent! The old train colours are great and the inclusion of this advise saying "End of the World Station" is great. Also like the smoke going out of the train. the mounatins on background gives a great sense of height to this photo.
Rgds.
Paulo
kermit350
(9016) 2006-06-10 5:03
Hello Rafael, like everywhere tourism revives a little history, so that the work made by the men who have creates this railway way, in this difficult place of this large country, so which do not fall into the lapse of memory, it is a pleasant photograph with contemplated, exposed well and in this landscape of dream, the red color of this train very photogenic, is surrounded of this smoke that contributes to make this image extremely dynamic, sincerely
pablominto
(53746) 2006-06-10 10:50
Hello Rafael,
Very interesting to see steam engines still working! Of course not quite for "real" but still...
This is a very nice specimen in fresh colours! I like your POV a lot, with inclusion of the sign!
Well composed, but I wish you didn't use that red border..... but that's only me!
Greetings,
Pablo -
delkoo
(68) 2006-06-10 11:39
HOI rafael
i forgot to coment this one,
very interesting note, and great photoof this red train in the end of the world.
Excellent perspective too.
colors
regards
didier
rabdelnoor
(3423) 2006-06-10 14:48
Hi Rafael,
Fantastic POV and great perspective shot, capturing the train heading to the station and having the impressive scenery on the background. You really captured the fine atmosphere of the place with beautiful colors and an attractive light.
Take care,
Ricardo
asanak
(1972) 2006-06-10 19:39
Wow... Perfect point of view, my friend... The light is incredible... Wonderful colors, and perspective... Also great composition and shot...
TFS...
Stay well..
asana
Scharan
(14144) 2006-06-10 20:14 [Comment]
elmec
(12210) 2006-06-12 16:03
Hello Rafael!
Great shot and tittle!
The man is suprsed tis ed of road in my mind ;-)
Great work!
Regards!
turkamerikali
(3291) 2006-06-12 22:15
Hola Rafael,
Excellent composition my friend.
I like your pov,dof,view from Red locomotive,focus,sharpness,frame,foggy mountains and note.Muchos Gracias Senor:)
Tolga-Chicago
PLD_images
(7149) 2006-06-13 10:36
Holà Rafael,
Una bonita fotografía. Very well chosen point of view for this image. I like the strong red color of the train. Well composed image with the conductor and the montains in the back.
Buenos dia - Pablo
king
(4242) 2006-06-13 16:44
Hi Rafael
I didn't know the end of the world is so beautiful. And it's amazing that there's a railway to this point of no return.
The combination or red and green colours is nice. Good composition.
TFS,
Huub de Koning
andrewgg
(0) 2006-06-14 1:14
Hi Rafael.
Love the red, love the viewpoint and love the composition itself.
Makes me want to go for a ride on an old train like this!
Yours,
Andrew.
saguzar
(862) 2006-06-14 17:50
Hola Rafael,
me gusta esta toma en perspectiva y los colores intensos del trencito y contrastantes; tal vez una toma desde un punto un poco más alejado al tren le hubiera dado má perspectiva, pero de todos modos me gusta.
Muy interesante tu nota
Un abrazo
Hernán
dHitman
(0) 2006-06-16 1:29
Hi Rafael,
Excellent, excellent, excellent! Did you actually hop down from the train, take the shot and then hop back up ;) Beautiful POV to capture the magnificent train and the landscape. Justice is done here. TFS!
Regards, Jino
bantonbuju
(51815) 2006-06-16 2:18
hola rafael,
funny, joyful image, the red is so intensive that i cant help feeling that the end of the world = beginning of hell :-))
nice one,
best wishes, j.
bazal
(7900) 2006-06-16 6:21
Hi Rafael.
The color of the train and the contrast with the foggy weathered background is very nice in this picture. I like the POV and the composition. Nice light management and very interesting note.
Thanks for sharing.
feather
(51130) 2006-06-16 12:11
Excellent composition using perspective really well. Even the steam from the engine is co-operating and pointing the way up the mountain. Excellent note; very interesting
Kath
yesterday
(9833) 2006-06-16 14:34 [Comment]
ArtLook
(2348) 2006-06-20 0:32
Hi Rafael,
Very good action picture. We can see here easily motion the train. I like the red colot of the old locomotive. Great shot, Bravo!
With BEST Regards,
Arthur
Voltri
(1777) 2006-06-25 18:03
Rafael, just GREAT PHOTO!
The atmospere of old times is represented really nice!
danyy
(0) 2006-07-03 13:02
Bonjour Rafael,
le cadrage est excellent, il montre cette locomotive presque en entier, mais surtout, l'endroit où elle va s'arrêter.
Belle note historique, je suis impressionné par la taille de la barrière montagneuse juste devant.
Bien à toi.
Daniel.
MLINES
(12516) 2006-08-07 20:53
Hi Rafael, You have shown somethng for the first time here. Good capture with the train and driver. The note is most enlightening. Good work. Murray.
shonboy (0) 2006-10-29 1:56
rafe varias son las razones para elogiarte esta foto , de hecho mi favorita , la atencion del maquinista , la bandera argentina , el verde del paisaje en contraste con el color a tierra de la montana unido al poderoso color rojo de la maquina , nunca inmagine que el fin del mundo fuera tan colorido que tengas buen viaje manana y me debes una visita a mi casa la proxima ves amilcar
gmg
(4202) 2008-03-06 22:12
Although with much PP, this is a nice shot full of mood and very well realized. I also liked the whole history.
TFS
gmg
yasin
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(151) 2008-05-28 1:47
Very beautiful captured for an old train.
And, your note really fascinating and inspiring.
TFS,
Best regards from Indonesia
Yasin
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- Date Taken: 2006-01-23
- Categories: Transportes
- Versão da Foto: Versão Original
- Date Submitted: 2006-06-06 3:10
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