Geography Collection (page 8)

The forests of Grenada

Asia. Computer artwork, based on a satellite image, of Asia. North is at top. Water is blue, vegetation is green and desert is yellow

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Spider rock, Arizona, USA
Spider Rock (lower centre left). This eroded sandstone spire is located in Canyon de Chelley National Monument, Arizona, USA

Noctilucent cloud over trees. This type of cloud, also known as polar mesospheric, is visible only in deep twilight and is seen mostly during the summer

Lava meeting the ocean. Lava from the Kilauea volcano exploding and producing a plume of steam, smoke and gases where it meets the Pacific Ocean

Egyptian obelisks, 18th century artwork. Egyptian hieroglyphics can be seen carved on the sides. This artwork is from the Italian edition of De l origine des lois, des arts et des sciences

Asia, satellite image. The land is mostly covered by vegetation and seen as the green areas. Deserts are shown in yellow, and mountain ranges are grey

Orteliuss map of Holland, 1570
Orteliuss map of Holland. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Portugal, 1570
Orteliuss map of Portugal. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Sunset. Sun setting behind clouds

The Three Sisters and Jamison Valley, Blue Mountains, Blue Mountains National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Grand Canyon. Coloured optical and infrared, Landsat satellite image of the Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA. North is at top. Arid areas are brown and purple, forests are green and water is black

Wilkins Ice Shelf, Antarctica
Wilkins Ice Shelf. Satellite image showing the location of the Wilkins Ice Shelf (just above and right of centre) on the Antarctic Peninsula

The American Falls at the Niagara Falls, New York State, USA

Wild flowers in spring, Namaqaland Hills, Cape Province, South Africa

View from the Piazzale Michelangelo over the city and River Arno in Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Lands End at dusk, Cornwall, England, UK

Lake Moraine, Valley of the Ten Peaks, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada

Aerial view over the beach at St. Philip Parish on the Atlantic coast, Barbados, Caribbean

Map of Europe according to the Peace Treaties 1918 - 1924. From The Evolution of Modern Europe, 1453 - 1932, published 1933

Map of Europe in 1815. From The Evolution of Modern Europe, 1453 - 1932, published 1933

1855, Colton Map of Minnesota, topography, cartography, geography, land, illustration
1855, Colton Map of Minnesota

1852, Levasseur Map of Asia, topography, cartography, geography, land, illustration
1852, Levasseur Map of Asia

1863, Cassells Dispatch Atlas Map of Taiwan, Formosa and the Hainan Coast of China

1835, S. D. U. K. City Map or Plan of Amsterdam, The Netherlands, topography, cartography
1835, S.D.U.K. City Map or Plan of Amsterdam, The Netherlands

1818, Pinkerton Map of Persia, Iran, Afghanistan, John Pinkerton, 1758 - 1826, Scottish antiquarian, cartographer, UK

Man, woman and baby of Corea, Korea, 1818. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton

1855, Colton Map of Scotland, topography, cartography, geography, land, illustration
1855, Colton Map of Scotland

1801, Cary Map of China and Korea, John Cary, 1754 - 1835, English cartographer, topography
1801, Cary Map of China and Korea, John Cary, 1754 - 1835, English cartographer

1772, Bonne Map of Scotland, Rigobert Bonne 1727 - 1794, one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century

1864, Garnier Map of Pairs, France w-Monuments, topography, cartography, geography
1864, Garnier Map of Pairs, France w-Monuments

1852, Levasseur Map of the Department De Maine et Loire, France, topography, cartography
1852, Levasseur Map of the Department De Maine et Loire, France

1801, Cary Map of Scotland, 4 Sheets, John Cary, 1754 - 1835, English cartographer

Sea chart of the south coast of Cuba and Jamaica, Jan Luyken, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen (I), 1684 - 1799

Vol. 6. Plate, H. Map bound by Van Cott Ave. Van Pelt Ave. Monitor St. Meeker Ave. Richardson St. Humboldt St. Conselyea St. Union Ave.; Including Jane St. Newton St. Bayard St. Frost St. Withers St

lighthouse on Georgian Bay on the Bruce Peninsula Lion's Head, Ontario, Canada

Killarney Lighthouse and rocky Georgian Bay shoreline, Killarney, Ontario, Canada Killarney, Ontario, Canada

Muskoka looking westward from top of Dorset viewing tower Dorset, Ontario, Canada

clouds and trees reflected in Tea Lake Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada

carrara marble quarries, massa carrara province, tuscany, italy

Cotopaxi Volcano at sunrise, Cotopaxi National Park, Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador

Man and woman of China, 1818. Man with tobacco pipe, holding hands with a woman. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal

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MALAYSIA Borneo Kalimantan Niah Caves interior looking out towards the jungle

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SEYCHELLES La Digue Reunion Beach Large boulders by the waters edge with a coconut palm tree leaning over the turquoise water as a woman walks out of the sea towards the white sand 

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CHINA Shanghai The Bund aka Zhong Shan Road. View along the promenade that runs along the Huangpu River with the city skyline in the distance

London - Harrods department store
05 September 2019, Great Britain, London: The famous Harrods department store in South Kensington on Brompton Road. Photo by: Waltraud Grubitzsch/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images

Fontana della Barcaccia fountain in the Piazza di Spagna and the Spanish Steps and the Trinita dei Monti church, Rome, Italy

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Geography: From Ancient Maps to Modern Wonders" The Al-Idrisi's world map from 1154 takes us back in time, showcasing the early understanding and its importance in navigation. Derwent Water, with Blencathra standing tall behind it, offers a breathtaking view of nature's wonders in the Lake District, Cumbria, England. Jacopo de Barbari's Map of Venice in 1500 allows us to delve into the intricate layout of this enchanting city built on water. An antique map of Tasmania reveals how explorers once charted unknown territories and expanded our knowledge about distant lands. The V & A waterfront and Table Mountain create an awe-inspiring backdrop for Cape Town, South Africa – a testament to geography shaping stunning landscapes. Continental drift after 250 million years shows us that our planet is constantly evolving, reminding us of the dynamic forces at work beneath Earth's surface. Malham Cove stands as a geological marvel within Yorkshire Dales National Park, captivating visitors with its limestone formations carved by natural processes over millennia. Whole Earth (Blue Marble 2000) provides a mesmerizing image capturing our beautiful planet from space – highlighting both its vastness and interconnectedness through geography. The British Empire world map from the 19th century reflects an era when geographical exploration played a significant role in expanding colonial influence across continents. James Craig's Map of New Town Edinburgh from 1768 showcases meticulous topography planning that shaped one of Scotland's most iconic cities even today. Anglo-Saxon 10th-century world map gives insight into early European perceptions and interpretations regarding global geography during medieval times In summary, these diverse hints remind us that geography is not just about maps but also encompasses breathtaking landscapes, historical perspectives on human exploration and settlement, and the ever-changing nature of our planet.