Sofala Collection

The Sofala seaport during the 16th Century
3329973 The Sofala seaport during the 16th Century; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Sofala seaport in Mozambique, during the 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Ducks on the sacred lake on Comoro Island 61, Solomons merchants buying ivory and peacocks at Sofala, Mozambique 62
6337784 Ducks on the sacred lake on Comoro Island 61, Solomons merchants buying ivory and peacocks at Sofala, Mozambique 62

Gold mining region of Sofala (engraving)
1094706 Gold mining region of Sofala (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold mining region of Sofala)

A Market scene at Sofala in 1505 (engraving)
1094705 A Market scene at Sofala in 1505 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Market scene at Sofala in 1505)

Sketches from the Turon Gold Fields, New South Wales (engraving)
1618345 Sketches from the Turon Gold Fields, New South Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from the Turon Gold Fields, New South Wales)

The Turon Gold Diggings (engraving)
1601517 The Turon Gold Diggings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Turon Gold Diggings. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 January 1853)

Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - Pungwe Falls
Black and white lantern Slide of Pungwe Falls - British South Africa. Part of Box 288, British South Africa. Boswell Collection

AUSTRALIAN GOLD RUSH, 1853. Gold mining town of Sofala, along the Turon River in New South Wales, Australia, during the gold rush. Wood engraving, English, 1853

Mozambique - Dockside View
Dockside View, near Beira, Sofala Province, Mozambique. Date: 1900s

Mozambique - The Avenida da Republica, Beira
The Avenida da Republica, Beira, Sofala Province, Mozambique. Date: 1927

Mozambique - Native War Canoe
Native War Canoe, near Beira, Sofala Province, Mozambique. Showing the Duchess d Aosta being escorted by natives in war-dress Date: 1900s

Mozambique - Native Hunters, Buzi-Forest
Native Hunters, Buzi-Forest, near Beira, Sofala Province, Mozambique. Date: 1900s

Views of Aden, Mombaza, Quiloa and Cefala, from Georg Brauns Civitates
XJF483404 Views of Aden, Mombaza, Quiloa and Cefala, from Georg Brauns Civitates orbis terrarum, published in 1572 (engraving) by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg

AUSTRALIAN GOLD RUSH, 1853. View of the gold mining town of Sofala, along the Turon River in New South Wales, Australia, during the gold rush. Wood engraving, English, 1853

AFRICA: MARKET, 1505. Market scene in Sofala, the chief seaport of the kingdom of Monomotapa in southern Africa, in present-day Mozambique, 1505. Wood engraving, late 19th century

Entrance to shed, Sofala, historic gold mining town, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Shed, Sofala, historic gold mining town, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Houses, Sofala, historic gold mining town, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

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Sofala: A Tapestry of History and Adventure Step into the captivating world of Sofala, a place that has witnessed the ebb and flow of civilizations throughout centuries. From its origins in Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia) to its enchanting Pungwe Falls, this land holds stories waiting to be discovered. Travel back to 1820 with scenes from Madagascar, where glimpses of life unfold before your eyes. Ducks gracefully glide on the sacred lake of Comoro Island, painting a serene picture amidst nature's beauty. Meanwhile, Solomons merchants engage in trade at Sofala, Mozambique - ivory and peacocks changing hands as whispers of distant lands fill the air. Immerse yourself in adventure as natives wielding torches chase a wild elephant through Mozambique's untamed wilderness. Witness their determination and respect for nature's power as they navigate through darkness with unwavering spirit. The allure continues with an engraving showcasing Sofala's gold mining region - a testament to human ambition and perseverance. Step into history itself as you explore market scenes from 1505; bustling streets filled with vibrant colors and exotic treasures await your discovery. Journey across continents to New South Wales' Turon Gold Fields - sketches etched onto paper capturing the excitement and frenzy that defined Australia's gold rush era. The Turon Gold Diggings come alive through engravings depicting miners seeking fortune amidst rugged landscapes. As we return to Mozambique, dockside views reveal a bustling port city teeming with activity along Avenida da Republica in Beira. Native war canoes glide effortlessly through waters while hunters venture deep into Buzi-Forest in search of sustenance. Sofala is more than just a name; it represents resilience, exploration, and cultural exchange spanning generations. Let these hints ignite your curiosity about this extraordinary place where history comes alive at every turn.