Lourenco Collection

Poster advertising Lourenco Marques, Mozambique
Poster advertising Lourenco Marques, now Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique. Follow the swallows

Ponta Sao Lourenco peninsula, Madeira Island, Portugal

Sao Lourenco Palace, Funchal, Madeira. Date: circa 1908

Panorama, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
Panoramic view of the City Square, Praca Mouzinho de Albuquerque, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), capital city of Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1905

Railway station, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
Central Railway Station, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1930

Harbour, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
Harbour scene with the Portuguese steamer " Africa" alongside the wharf, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), capital city of Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1910

Mozambique - Street Scene, Lourenco Marques - Maputo City
Street Scene, Lourenco Marques/Maputo City, Mozambique. Date: 1927

Boys of Barberton Scout Troop, South Africa, being inspected by the British Consul at Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique

Europe, Iberia, Portugal, The Alentejo, view of the fortified medieval hilltop town of Castelo de Vide topped by a castle and famous for its Jewish Quarter (Judiaria) and restored synagogue

Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
View of Lourenco Marques (now Maputo) from the sea, Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1910s

Polana Beach, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
Polana Beach, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1920s

Beach road, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
Road leading to Polana Beach, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1910

Colonial Exhibition, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique
Colonial Exhibition, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1910

Observatory, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
Astronomical Observatory, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. circa 1910

British residence, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
British Consuls residence, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), capital of Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1910

British Club, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique, East Africa
British Club, Lourenco Marques (now Maputo), Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1920

Madeira, Funchal: Watchtower of the Castelo Sao Lourenco
Portugal, Madeira, Funchal: Watchtower of the Castelo Sao Lourenco. Date: 2016

Portugal. Evora. Church of St. Francis. Manueline style. 1475
Portugal. Evora. Church of St. Francis or Chapel of the Bones. Gothic style with some Manueline influences betwwen 1475-1550. Desing of Martim Lourenco

Mozambique - The Railway Station, Lourenco Marques - Maputo
The Railway Station, Lourenco Marques/Maputo City, Mozambique. Date: 1927

Maputo, Mozambique - The Hotel Girassol
A preliminary design drawing for The Hotel Girassol at Maputo, known as Lourenco Marques before independence, the capital and largest city of Mozambique

Restaurant at Sea Point, Lourenco Marques, Mozambique Date: late 1930s

Mozambique - Maputo - Polana Beach - Sunday Visitors (mosty well-to-do Colonial Portuguese by the looks of things!) Date: circa 1920

Mozambique - Maputo - Two Rickshaw Boys take a nap Date: circa 1910s

Mozambique - Maputo - Polana Beach
Mozambique - Maputo (Lourenco Marques) - Polana Beach Date: 1946

Mozambique - Maputo - Avenida Castilho
Mozambique - Maputo (Lourenco Marques) - Avenida Castilho - view toward Delagoa Bay Date: circa 1910s

San Lourenco Fair, Beja, Portugal Date: circa 1910

A representation of Bartolomeu Lourenco de Gusmaos man-carrying ornithopter of 1709. Wood engraving, American, 1857
FLYING MACHINE, 1709. A representation of Bartolomeu Lourenco de Gusmaos man-carrying ornithopter of 1709. Wood engraving, American, 1857

Maputo, Mozambique - Post Office
Maputo (formerly Lourenco Marques), the capital city of Mozambique - General Post Office Date: 1916

Ponta de Sao Lourenco, Madeira
View of Ponta de Sao Lourenco, a remote and unspoilt location on the eastern coast of Madeira

Mozambique - Harbour Scenes - Maputo
Multi-view postcard showing scenes of Harbour / Port / Trade activity on the coast of Mazambique at Maputo. Formerly Lourenco Marques / Lourenzo Marques

GUSMAOs 1709 DEVICE
GUSMAOs PROJECT The magnetically steered barque of Bartolomeo Lourenco da Gusmao flew from the tower of the Casa da India to the Terreiro de Pace, Lisbon

GUSMAOs 1709 PROJECT
GUSMAOs PROJECT The magnetically steered barque of Bartolomeo Lourenco da Gusmao flies from the tower of the Casa da India to the Terreiro de Pace, Lisbon

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"Lourenco: A Journey through Time and Places" Step into the vibrant world of Lourenco, a city that has witnessed the ebb and flow of history. From the captivating poster advertising Lourenco Marques in Mozambique to the bustling railway station, this East African gem beckons you with its rich tapestry of culture. As you explore the panoramic views Marques, let your imagination soar amidst its stunning landscapes. The picturesque harbour serves as a gateway to adventure, inviting travelers to embark on unforgettable journeys across Mozambique's breathtaking coastline. Venturing further, immerse yourself in the lively streetscapes of Maputo City. Experience the rhythm and energy pulsating through every corner as you encounter scenes brimming with life - from local markets teeming with colors and flavors to encounters with friendly faces along its charming alleyways. Lourenco is not confined solely to Africa; it transcends continents. Traveling across oceans, discover Sao Lourenco Palace nestled in Funchal, Madeira. This architectural marvel transports you back in time while offering awe-inspiring vistas that captivate even the most discerning eye. Returning once more to Portugal's Alentejo region, behold fortified medieval hilltop towns that stand proudly against time itself. These ancient structures whisper tales of battles fought and victories won – testaments to human resilience throughout centuries past. But it is within Lourenco Marques where nature truly reveals her wonders. Polana Beach invites visitors for moments of blissful relaxation under golden sunsets while strolling along beach roads lined with palm trees swaying gently in coastal breezes. In this fusion of history and natural beauty lies an enchantment like no other – a place where cultures intertwine effortlessly, leaving indelible memories etched upon each traveler's heart. Welcome to Lourenco: Where timeless charm meets boundless exploration.