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Canary Islands - The Port, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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Canary Islands - The Port, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Canary Islands - The Port, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Date: circa 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Archipelago Autonomous Bahia Canaries Canary Community Cruz Isles Moorings Quay Quayside Steamships Tenerife Warship Santa
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This stunning print captures the bustling port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands during the 1920s. The scene is a snapshot of a bygone era, with warships, steamships, and smaller boats all moored at the quayside.
The image showcases the natural beauty of this archipelago, with its crystal-clear waters and picturesque bay providing a stunning backdrop to the busy harbor. The buildings lining the waterfront hint at a time when trade and commerce were thriving in this autonomous community of Spain.
The Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife was undoubtedly a hub of activity during this period, with ships coming and going from all corners of the globe. The moorings are filled with vessels ready to set sail on new adventures, while sailors bustle about their daily tasks on deck.
This photograph is not just a beautiful piece of art but also serves as a historical document, offering us insight into what life was like in this vibrant port city nearly a century ago. It's an evocative reminder of how much things have changed since then yet also how some aspects remain timeless in their beauty and charm.
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