Ciderile
Ciderile is a Portuguese term used to describe a type of double-decker bus carriage, originating from the 18th century. These carriages were used for transportation and were often found in Porto, Portugal.
Similar to a traditional double-decker bus, a ciderile was a raised platform on top of a mule-drawn
The primary purpose of a ciderile was to carry locals and passengers along the winding roads of
Despite being a primary mode of transportation in Porto for centuries, records indicate that the use of
Research indicates that some of these old carriages have been preserved and are now used for demonstration
The design of the ciderile, including the use of arches for support and the upper and lower