Mediterranean Sea Collection (page 23)

Colourful fishing village of Procida, Procida island, Phlegrean islands, Naples bay, Naples province, Tyrrhenian sea, Campania, Italy

Hiker stands on top of Circeo peak near his tent enjoying the view of Pontine islands, Circeo National Park, Tyrrhenian sea, Mediterranean sea, Latina province, Latium, Italy (MR)

Portovenere, La Spezia province, Liguria district, Italy, Europe

Manarola, municipality of Riomaggiore, National Park of Cinque Terre, La Spezia province, Liguria district, Italy, Europe

Europe, France, Cote D'Azur. Villa Cypris of Cap Martin

Europe, Principality of Monaco. The Palace of Justice of Monaco Ville

Europe, Principality of Monaco. A part of the prince's palace with a guard

Europe, Principality of Monaco. The little harbour on foot of Monaco Ville

Europe, Italy, Liguria. Sasso di Bordighera, a little hamlet in the hills above Bordighera

Europe, Italy, Liguria. The little village of Seborga in the hills above Bordighera seen from the footpath

Europe, Italy, Bordighera. A winter afternoon on the beach of Bordighera

Europe, Italy, Bordighera. Palm trees in the afternoon sun on the beach promenade of Bordighera

A gondola approaching the lagoon of Venice, seeing the church of San Giorgio far in the distance. Venezia, Italy

A gondola ride in Venice, navigating through the small canals of the city centre. Venice, Italy

Sarakiniko Beach (Plaka, Milos Island, Cyclades Islands, Greece)

fish swim in the sea of Riomaggiore, Riomaggiore, National Park of Cinque Terre, La Spezia province, Liguria, Italy

fish swim in the sea of Portovenree, Portovenere, Regional Park of Portovenre, La Spezia province, Liguria, Italy

Europe, Italy, Liguria. The little church of Sant'Ampelio in Bordighera at sunset

A spring sunrise above the colorful houses of the town of Manarola, in Cinque Terre, Liguria

A group of colorful houses standing out on the hills above Manarola, one of the Cinque Terre, at dusk. Cinque Terre, Italy

Rising moon over the small fishermen's town of Manarola, part of Cinque Terre in Liguria, in spring. Cinque Terre, Italy

A clear sky over the town of Riomaggiore, part of the Cinque Terre in Italy, during a spring sunset. Cinque Terre, Italy

Blue hour over the small fishermen's town of Manarola, part of Cinque Terre in Liguria, in spring. Cinque Terre, Italy

Blooming cherry tree with the turquoise sea, Cinque Terre, Italy

A stormy evening of early spring in Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy

Winding coastal road overhanging the blue sea, Assos, Kefalonia, Ionian Islands, Greece

Santo Stefano with the panopticon prison, Pontine islands, Tyrrhenian sea, Mediterranean sea, Latina province, Latium, Central Italy, Italy

Roman harbour of Ventotene and the colourful houses on the marina at dawn, Ventotene Islands, Pontine Islands Archipelago, Tyrrhenian Sea, Latina province, Latium, Italy

The panopticon prison on top of Santo Stefano Island with Ventotene island in the background, Santo stefano and Ventotene Islands, Pontine Islands archipelago, Latium, Italy

Sperlonga with the tower and the marina surrounded by hills and mountains, Sperlonga, Latium, Italy

Sperlonga with the tower and the marina, Sperlonga, Latium, Italy

Europe, Italy, Liguria. The old town of Ventimiglia, border to France at sunset

A stormy summer sunset in the town of Riomaggiore, one of the Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre, Italy

Abstract take on the reflection created by the colorful houses in Vernazza, Cinque Terre, during a spring sunset. Cinque Terre, Italy

Italy, Sicily, Cefalu, statue of a bishop in front of Cefalu cathedral

Italy, Sicily, Cefalu, a view of the bay from la Rocca

Italy, Sicily, Cefalu, a hiker admires the view of the coastline around Cefalu

Italy, Sicily, Cefalu, the marina

Italy, Sicily, Riserva Naturale Orientata dello Zingaro, Zingaro nature reserve

Italy, Sicily, Cefalu, the old town illuminated at sunset

Italy, Sicily, Trapani, Marsala, a windmill on the salt pans

Italy, Sicily, Trapani, Macari bay, Golfo di Macari

Outdoor restaurants in Piazza Martiri dell Olivetta, Portofino, Liguria, Italy

Historic district and marina view, Portofino, Liguria, Italy

Historic district, top view, Portofino, Liguria, Italy

Portofino harbour, top view, Portofino, Liguria, Italy

Portofino seafront, Portofino, Liguria, Italy

Piazza Martiri dell'Olivetta, Portofino, Liguria, Italy

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The Mediterranean Sea, a timeless expanse of beauty and history, has witnessed the rise and fall of empires throughout the ages. As we explore its rich tapestry through various maps and lithographs, we are transported to different eras that have shaped our world. Let's begin our journey with a Map of Cyprus from 1880, revealing the island's strategic location in the heart of this ancient sea. It serves as a gateway to Apostle Paul's Missionary Journeys depicted in an 1886 lithograph. These journeys spread Christianity across lands touched by the Mediterranean's gentle waves. Moving forward in time, we encounter a Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century. This empire once dominated these shores with its grandeur and influence. Further west lies Portugal on another map, reminding us of their maritime prowess during Europe's Age of Exploration. As we delve deeper into history, Medieval Europe at the start of the Crusades comes alive before us. The clash between East and West reverberates across these waters as kingdoms vie for control amidst religious fervor. Sicily unveils itself through a map from 1895 – an island steeped in diverse cultures due to its strategic position within this sea. Ancient Palestine emerges next with maps showcasing kingdoms like Judah and Israel; lands where stories from biblical times unfolded against this breathtaking backdrop. Greece takes center stage as we witness it at the beginning of one of history's most famous conflicts -the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC). City-states battle for supremacy while leaving an indelible mark on Western civilization. A View of Old Town City Dubrovnik captures our attention next; its medieval walls standing strong against time’s relentless march. This Croatian gem reminds us how coastal cities flourished along these shores since antiquity.