Opening of the Great Saint Bernard Tunnel 1964; Original: 5740×4315; Photo; Licensed Item; Photographer: Unknown;a0 Licensable; Rights: a9 Bleek/z Media.
Opening of the Great Saint Bernard Tunnel 1964
Description
Opening of the Great Saint Bernard Tunnel 1964; Original: 5740×4315; Photo; Licensed Item; Photographer: Unknown;a0 Licensable; Rights: a9 Bleek/z Media. The photo depicts the opening of the Great Saint Bernard Tunnel in 1964, a significant transportation link between Switzerland and Italy.
Scene: A festive ceremony with politicians, engineers, and guests and a first vehicle passing through the tunnel.
Background: The tunnel entrance, surrounded by alpine landscape, with flags of both countries or an opening sign.
Significance: The tunnel, connecting Valais (Switzerland) with the Aosta Valley (Italy), was a technical achievement and facilitated year-round road traffic over the Alps.
The photo symbolizes technological advancement and economic cooperation between Switzerland and Italy, marking a milestone in European transport infrastructure.
