
9 Colorful Buses From Around the World
Be it through a bustling city or to a sparsley populated countryside, buses help us get around throughout the world. But these multipassenger vehicles can vary greatly in style.
Here, eight colorful versions of one of the world’s favorite ways to ride.
Here, eight colorful versions of one of the world’s favorite ways to ride.
By AFAR Editors, AFAR Staff
- 1 / 9EnglandLondon has long been known for its double-decker buses. Although this 1952 coach lacks an upper level, it makes up for it by maintaining the iconic red hue.
Courtesy of F. Jack Jackson/Alamy - 2 / 9Australia
- 3 / 9Iran
- 4 / 9Argentina
- 5 / 9IndiaIn India, it's common for drivers to decorate their buses with wallpaper, flowers, and even shrines.
Photo by Dan Eckstein - 6 / 9New OrleansOkay, we know these historic streetcars aren't technically buses. But they've been an integral part of New Orleans transportation since the mid-19th century, which makes them more than deserving enough for a spot on the list. Here, a red line tram on Canal Street.
Photo by Prayitno/FLICKR - 7 / 9
- 8 / 9Hong KongMulticolored double-decker buses are a staple on the streets of Hong Kong.
Photo by Grant Hollingworth/FLICKR - 9 / 9What’s Next . . .