18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Electric train, Ukraine

The conductor sells tickets to passengers. People typically take this trip to return from the Carpathian Mountains. Ukrainian trains have an absolutely unique atmosphere. Passengers like to get comfortable, they dine and drink there. Some passengers enjoy reading their favorite books, while others play cards. Any privacy and personal boundaries are quickly erased.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2018
Date Uploaded: 11.2020
Photo Location: Carpathian Mountains, Ukraine
Camera: NIKON D800
Copyright: © Artur Abramiv