Hims Collection

Courtyard of the Temple of Bel, Palmyra, Syria. Situated in an oasis in the Syrian desert halfway between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates

HIMS Peresviet
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Peresviet, a Peresviet-class battleship. Date: circa 1903

HIMS Bogatyr
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Bogatyr, a Bogatyr-class protected cruiser. Date: circa 1903

HIMS Aurora
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Aurora, Pallada-class protected cruiser. A detail showing the forward funnel, foremast and bridge citadel. (This ship has been preserved at St. Petersburg)

HIMS Askold
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Askold, a protected cruiser. This ship was notable for having five funnels and its high turn of speed

HIMS Petr Veliki
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Petr Veliki, a turret ship, with main armament in two turrets, fore and aft of the central bridge citadel. Date: circa 1890

HIMS Menin
Imperial Russian Navy - HIMS Menin, an armoured cruiser, at anchor during a state visit by a member of the Russian royal family (possibly Tsesarevich Nicholas). Date: 1878

Queen Zenobia Addressing Her Soldiers, 1725 / 1730. Creator: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Queen Zenobia Addressing Her Soldiers, 1725/1730

The theatre, Palmyra, Syria. Situated in an oasis in the Syrian desert halfway between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates, Palmyra grew up as an important caravan town on the old Silk Road

Upper Colonnade Street, Palmyra, Syria. Situated in an oasis in the Syrian desert halfway between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates

The Oval Piazza, Palmyra, Syria. Situated in an oasis in the Syrian desert halfway between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates, Palmyra grew up as an important caravan town on the old Silk Road

The Tetrapylon, Palmyra, Syria. Situated in an oasis in the Syrian desert halfway between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates, Palmyra grew up as an important caravan town on the old Silk Road

Zenobie - Reine De Palmyre, 1403, (1939). Artist: Master of Berrys Cleres Femmes
Zenobie - Reine De Palmyre, 1403, (1939). Septimia Zenobia was a third-century queen of the Syria-based Palmyrene Empire. The illustration is part of the manuscript De Claris mulieribus

The ruins of Palmyra, Syria, 19th century. Artist: Benoist
The ruins of Palmyra, Syria, 19th century

A ruined colonnade at Palmyra (Tadmur), Syria, 1895
A ruined colonnade at Palmyra, Syria, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Limestone bust of Hairan, son of Marion from Palmyra, Syria, c150-200
Limestone bust from a Palmyrene funerary relief, from Palmyra, Syria, c150-200. Bearded man wearing toga, holding a strip of writing material in his left hand

Limestone bust of Aqmat, daughter of Hagago, Palmyra, Syria, c100-c150. From a Palmyrene funerary relief; woman wearing the veil of matronhood. From the British Museums collection

Sculpture in high relief of gods, Palmyra, c2nd - 1st century BC
Sculpture in high relief of gods, c2nd-1st century BC. At the centre of the composition is Baalshamin the supreme deity, to his right is the moon god Aglibot, and to the left is the sun god Malakbet

Railroad station Homs 1925 Syria Ḥimṣ
Railroad station at Homs?. 1925, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Homs Emesa General view 1900 Syria Ḥimṣ
Homs (Emesa). General view 1900, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Railroad station Homs 1898 Syria Ḥimṣ
Railroad station Homs. 1898, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Train Aleppo arriving Homs 1898 Syria Ḥimṣ
Train from Aleppo arriving at Homs. 1898, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Lime-kiln burning thorns Homs 1900 Syria Ḥimṣ
Lime-kiln burning thorns, Homs 1900, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Fruit vendors Homs station 1900 Syria Ḥimṣ
Fruit vendors at Homs station 1900, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Homs Emesa Street scene 1900 Syria Ḥimṣ
Homs (Emesa) Street scene 1900, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Homs Emesa Railway station 1900 Syria Ḥimṣ
Homs (Emesa) Railway station 1900, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

Characters industries Threshing instrument disks
Characters and industries, etc. Threshing instrument with disks at Homs 1900, Syria, ß©ñimß╣ú

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Captivating History and Majestic Ruins: Exploring the Enigmatic Palmyra Step into the enchanting courtyard of the Temple of Bel in Palmyra, Syria, where time seems to stand still. The remnants of this ancient city hold stories untold, whispering secrets from a bygone era. Amongst these ruins, we find ourselves immersed in the world Peresviet, HIMS Bogatyr, HIMS Aurora, HIMS Askold - names that evoke images of grandeur and strength. These mighty vessels once sailed through vast oceans with purpose and determination. As we delve deeper into history's tapestry, Queen Zenobia emerges as a formidable figure addressing her soldiers with unwavering resolve. Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's masterpiece captures her regal essence and indomitable spirit. Palmyra's allure extends beyond its military might; it boasts an impressive theater that witnessed captivating performances under starlit skies. The echoes of applause still resonate within its walls today. Strolling along Upper Colonnade Street transports us back to a bustling marketplace filled with vibrant colors and exotic aromas. This thoroughfare was once teeming with life as merchants traded goods from distant lands. The Oval Piazza stands as a testament to architectural brilliance—a harmonious blend of beauty and functionality. It served as a gathering place for locals who sought solace amidst their daily lives. And then there is the Tetrapylon—an awe-inspiring structure showcasing meticulous craftsmanship—its towering columns reaching towards the heavens like guardians protecting Palmyra's legacy. These hints scattered throughout Palmyra beckon us to unravel their mysteries—to immerse ourselves in tales lost but not forgotten. They remind us that even amidst destruction, fragments remain—whispers from an ancient civilization waiting patiently to be heard again.