Walled City Collection (#20)

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Inca city of Cusco, Peru, in 1556, after the Spanish conquest. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a 16th century illustration

Medieval walled town in the Swiss Alps
Alpine town of Coire, or Chur, Switzerland. Hand-colored 19th-century reproduction of an earlier illustration

Battle of Auray, France, Hundred Years War, 1364
Capture of Bertrand de Guescelin in the Battle of Auray, where John de Montford and Charles de Blois led opposing sides, 1364. Hand-colored woodcut

Battle of Jericho in ancient Palestine
Joshua and the Israelites conquering Jericho, circa 1400 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Alexandria, Egypt, in the 1500s
Map of Alexandria, showing the lighthouse Pharos at the harbor entrance in the 1500s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

Jerusalem in the Roman Empire
Temple and the city of Jerusalem when part of the Roman Empire, about the time of Jesus. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Temple in Jerusalem during the Roman Empire
Herods Temple when Jerusalem was within the Roman Empire. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Piraeus and city of ancient Athens
Ships in port at the Piraeus, linked to ancient Athens by a walled road. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Portuguese capture of Ceuta, a Moorish stronghold in Morocco, 1415. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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A royal procession of Sultan Abd al- Aziz IV in Morocco, 1800s. Printed color halftone reproduction of a 19th-century watercolor by A. Schneider

The attempted escape of Marius the Younger at Praeneste after his defeat at the Battle of Sacriporto, 82 BC. Gaius Marius " the Younger" aka Gaius Marius minor, c 110-82 BC

Brutus attacking the city of Xanthus, 42BC. Marcus Junius Brutus, 85 BC - 42 BC, aka Brutus. Roman politician, orator and one of the assassins of Julius Caesar

The attack on Bergen op Zoom, Netherlands, in 1747, during the War of the Austrian Succession by the French army. Fortified by new works built at the beginning of the 17th century it had no second

The Siege of Rhodes in 305-304 BC by Demetrius Poliorcetes. From Cassells Universal History, published 1888

A view of York, North Yorkshire, England in the late 18th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Guaita Tower on the peak of Mount Titan, Republic of San Marino, North-Central Italy
Guaita Tower on the peak of Mount Titan with a cloud filled sky on a sunny day; Republic of San Marino, North-Central Italy

Saint-Malo, Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France

Boats Docked at Korccula, Dalmatia, Croatia

Overview of City Walls of Dubrovnik, Dalmatia, Croatia

The medieval, hilltop town of Motovun in Istria at sunrise, Croatia

Cityscape with Korcula Cathedral in Centre, Korcula, Dalmatia, Croatia

Overview of Korccula, Dalmatia, Croatia

Cityscape with Korcula Cathedral, Korcula, Dalmatia, Croatia

Overview of Harbour and Fortress of Dubrovnik, Dalmatia, Croatia

Wertheim Castle and Tower Illuminated at Christmas Time, Wertheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Spello, Umbria, Italy

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enigmatic Walled Cities" Step back in time to the 1300s as Marco Polo bids farewell to Venice, a city adorned with intricate canals and majestic walled structures. Transport yourself further into history, where Ancient Athens stands proud with its towering walls, protecting its rich cultural heritage. Venture into the medieval era and witness the grandeur of castles surrounded by formidable fortifications. As dusk falls over Mdina, Malta, be mesmerized by a fiery sunset casting an ethereal glow on its ancient walls. Traveling across continents, immerse yourself in London's late Middle Ages at the iconic Tower of London. Marvel at Mycenae's ancient Greek ruins from circa 1400 BC and stand in awe before Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Relive moments of conflict as you envision Magdeburg under siege during Germany's Thirty Years War in 1631. Delve deeper into Israel's history as you explore Jerusalem’s Jewish Quarter and gaze upon intricately designed synagogue doors. Take a panoramic view of Jerusalem’s old town and let your imagination wander through centuries past. Finally, discover Cuenca—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—nestled within Spain's Castilla la Mancha region; this walled town exudes charm that transcends time itself. Join us on this captivating journey through walled cities—an exploration that unveils stories etched within their fortified walls while showcasing humanity’s resilience throughout ages gone by.