Macedonia Collection (page 11)

Thessalonica, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Thessalonica, 1890. Thessaloniki, capital of Greek Macedonia on the Thermaic Gulf of the Aegean Sea, founded in 315 BC by Cassander of Macedon

Defeat of Porus by the Macedonians, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Defeat of Porus by the Macedonians, 1890. The Battle of the Hydaspes, 326 BC between Alexander the Great and King Porus of the Paurava kingdom on the banks of the river Jhelum

Alexander at the Temple of Jupiter Ammon, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Alexander at the Temple of Jupiter Ammon, 1890. In 331 BC, at the Temple of Jupiter Amon; Alexander the Great (ruled 336-323) was ordained a Son of Amon by the High Priests of Jupiter Amon

Alexander and the Body of Darius, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Alexander and the Body of Darius, 1890. Alexander the Great stands over Darius III (c380-330 BC) betrayed and wounded by the javelins of Bessus and Nabarzanes in Bactria

Map Illustrating the Campaigns and Marches of Alexander the Great, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Map Illustrating the Campaigns and Marches of Alexander the Great, 1890. Alexander III of Macedon (356-323 BC) spent most of his ruling years on an unprecedented military campaign through Asia

The Banquet of Philip, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Banquet of Philip, 1890. Philip II of Macedon was assassinated in Aegae by the captain of his bodyguard, Pausanias of Orestis, whilst attending the wedding of his daughter

The Thebans and Macedonians at Chaeronea, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Thebans and Macedonians at Chaeronea, 1890. The Battle of Chaeronea, 338 BC, fought between Macedonians led by Philip II of Macedon and an alliance of city-states led by Athens and Thebes

Sea-Fight Between Ptolemy and Demetrius Poliorcetes Off Salamis, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Sea-Fight Between Ptolemy and Demetrius Poliorcetes Off Salamis, 1890. Sea battle before the Battle of Salamis 306 BC, between fleets of Ptolemy I Soter and Macedonian Demetrius Poliorcetes

Coins of the Macedonian Sovereigns of Syria and Egypt, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Coins of the Macedonian Sovereigns of Syria and Egypt, 1890. Macedonia, dominant state of Hellenistic Greece, expanded its empire into Syria in c321 BC

The Macedonians Crossing the Jaxartes, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Macedonians Crossing the Jaxartes, 1890. The Battle of Jaxarte, 329 BC Alexander the Great and his Macedonian army cross the River Jaxartes, or Syr Darya River to meet the Scythians

The Macedonian Phalanx, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Macedonian Phalanx, 1890. The Macedonian phalanx, an infantry formation developed by Philip II and used by his son Alexander the Great to conquer the Achaemenid Empire

Map of Macedon and the Adjacent Districts, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Map of Macedon and the Adjacent Districts, 1890. Macedonia, ancient kingdom and dominant state of Hellenistic Greece. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

The Battle of Iskandar with the Zanj (From a Manuscript of the Khamsa of Nizami), 1540-1545. From a private collection

Map of Salonica Front, 1919. Creator: George Philip & Son Ltd
Map of Salonica Front, 1919. Map showing parts of Serbia, Albania, Bulgaria and Greece during the First World War, 1914-1919

Ripples at sunrise, Lake Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia

Canoe and reeds on Lake Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia

Tsar Samuils Fortress with national flag, Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia

Alexander the Great (From an Old Greek Coin), 1936. Creator: Unknown
Alexander the Great (From an Old Greek Coin), 1936. Profile portrait of Alexander III of Macedon (356 BC-323 BC) who invaded India in 326 BC

St John Theologian-Kaneo Church, Ohrid lake, Macedonia
St. John Theologian-Kaneo Church, Ohrid Lake, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Macedonia, Europe

Alexander and Bucephalus, 1861-2 (oil on canvas)
3428115 Alexander and Bucephalus, 1861-2 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 115x89 cm cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Philonicus the Thessalian, a horse dealer)

Alexander the Great and Campaspe in the Studio of Apelles, c. 1740 (oil on canvas)
3077169 Alexander the Great and Campaspe in the Studio of Apelles, c.1740 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 42.5x54 cm; J

Crab spider (Thomisus onustus) yellow form, portrait, on yellow Yarrow (Achillea filipendulina) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009. WWE INDOOR EXHIBITION

Water bent grass (Agrostis semiverticillata) and Eschers blue butterfly (Polyommatus escheri) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Male Giant / Mammoth wasp (Megascolia flavifrons) close-up of face showing long antennae and small jaws, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Maiden pink (Dianthus deltoids) flowers, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Heath fritillary butterfly (Melitaea athalia) on Maiden pink (Dianthus deltoids) in a mountain pasture, Mount Baba, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Wild oat grass (Avena fatua) silhouetted against the sun setting over Lake Ohrid, Lagadin region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Mixed grasses in a grass meadow including Oat grass (Avena sp) and False oat grass (Arrhematherum elatius) Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Female Wart biter bush cricket (Decticus verrucivorus) on plants, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Goats beard (Tragopogon pratensis) seed head, Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

View from Mount Baba of Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Clouded yellow butterfly (Colias croceus) feeding on Vipers bugloss (Echium vulgare) Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Mayfly (Ephemera lineata) Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Female Black veined white butterfly (Aporia crataegi) laying eggs on Buckthorn, Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Oak leaves and lichen in forest, Konjsko region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Club-tailed dragonfly (Gomphus vulgatissimus) silhouetted on grass seeds, Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Mediterranean poppy (Papaver apulum) and Oat grass (Avena sp) on the shore of Lake Ohrid, Lagadin, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Spotted fritillary butterfly (Melitaea didyma) on Trefoil (Lotus sp) flowers, Mount Baba, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

View of Lake Ohrid from Mount Baba, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Female Giant / Mammoth wasp (Megascolia flavifrons) close-up of head showing short antennae and long curved jaws or mandibles, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Horsefly (Tabanus sp) head portrait, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009. WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETING CARDS OR CALENDARS

Balkan wall lizard (Podarcis taurica) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Storm clouds over Pelister making the lake water look green and milky, from Stenje village, Lake Macro Prespa, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Mallow leaved bindweed (Convolvulus althaeoides) flowers in a mountain pasture above Stenje, view south towards Stenje village and Konjsko, Lake Macro Prespa, Galicica National Park, Macedonia

Three Great white pelicans (Pelecanus onocrotalus) silhouetted against the sunrise over Mount Golema (2179m) and Mount Pelister (2600m ) in the Pelister National Park

Female Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) on Trefoil (Lotus sp) Lake Macro Prespa, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Green flower beetle {Cetoniinae} on Corn chamomile (Anthemis arvensis) Stenje region, Lake Macro Prespa, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Turkish / Balkan edible snail (Helix lucorum) on plant, Stenje region, Lake Macro Prespa, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

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Macedonia, a land steeped in rich history and cultural heritage, holds within its borders countless treasures that tell the tales of ancient civilizations. Nestled in Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe, this enchanting region is home to numerous Greek Orthodox icons that depict pivotal moments in religious history. One such icon portrays Christ's resurrection, symbolizing hope and triumph over death. It serves as a testament to the unwavering faith of the Greek Orthodox community residing in Macedonia. Another icon showcases Jesus' crucifixion, evoking deep emotions and reminding believers of his sacrifice for humanity. The visitation of the Virgin Mary to her cousin Saint Elizabeth is beautifully depicted in an iconic masterpiece by Godong. This sacred event signifies divine blessings and intergenerational connections within Christianity. As we explore further into Macedonia's historical tapestry, we encounter a map illustrating the vast empire conquered by King Alexander the Great. The Battle of Issus stands out as one of his most significant victories - a turning point that shaped not only Macedonian history but also influenced neighboring regions. Moving forward through time, another captivating icon reveals Christ's birth in Thessaloniki. This depiction encapsulates the joyous celebration surrounding Christmas and highlights Macedonia's role as a cradle of Christian traditions. Intriguingly intertwined with its past glories are maps showcasing both the Macedonian Empire following Alexander's conquests and its connection with neighboring empires like Thracian and Dacian under Roman rule. These maps offer glimpses into geopolitical shifts throughout centuries while underscoring Macedonia's strategic importance on ancient trade routes. Lastly, an exquisite Greek Orthodox icon featuring Virgin Mary holding Baby Jesus represents love and devotion transcending borders across Thessalonica, Macedonia, Greece, Europe – uniting believers under their shared faith. Macedonia remains an extraordinary destination where artistry meets spirituality; it invites visitors to immerse themselves in its vibrant history and embrace the profound cultural legacy it proudly preserves.