Mediterranean Sea Collection (page 5)

Aerial picture of the greek temple of Concordia, Akragas, Temples valley of Agrigento, UNESCO world heritage site, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Capo Bianco promontory, the white chalk cliff on the west side of the island of Ponza, drone picture, Ponza island, Pontine islands, Tyrrhenian Sea, Latina province, Latium, Italy

Sunset above the colorful fishing village of Ponza with boats anchored in the bay, aerial view, Ponza island, Pontine islands, Tyrrhenian Sea, Latina province, Latium, Italy

Ponza island, Pontine islands, Tyrrhenian Sea, Latina province, Latium, Italy

Aerial view of the harbour of Ponza with colorful facades and fishing vessels, Ponza island, Pontine islands, Latium, Italy

Drone view of the lighthouse Capo Murro di Porco standing on top of a cliff surrounded by Ionian sea at sunrise, Plemmirio marine park, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Ortygia island, the old historic centre of Syracuse with the Frederician fortess at the top, Ortigia, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Oold city of Ortygia with the Frederician castle at the top of the peninsula and defensive wall, Ortigia island, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Drone view of the ancient illuminated sea village of Cefalu with the cathedral surrounding buildings, Cefalu, Palermo province, Tyrrhenian sea, Sicily, Italy

Aerial view of the historic centre of Cefalu with the rock in the background and red tile roofs, daytime, Cefalu, Palermo province, Tyrrhenian sea, Sicily, Italy

Aerial view of the illuminated Cefalu with the main cathedral and the rock behind the village, dusk time, Cefalu, Palermo province, Tyrrhenian sea, Sicily, Italy

Dusk above the red tile roofs of Cefalu with street lights on and rough sea, aerial view, Cefalu, Palermo province, Tyrrhenian sea, Sicily, Italy

Lgurian cliffs near the old village of Tellaro in background, Liguria, Italy

Cliffs near Tellaro, municipality of Lerici, La Spezia province, Liguria district, Italy

Punta Campanella and Amalfi coast with Capri island in the background, Punta Campanella, Ieranto bay, Nerano, Amalfi coast, Naples province, Campania, Italy

The old narrow bridge leading to the medieval castle of Torre Astura with roman ruins, Nettuno municipality, Rome province, Latium, Italy

Sunset aerial view of the castle of Torre Astura, Nettuno municipality, Rome province, Latium, Tyrrhenian sea, Italy

Man in green field admires the medieval castle of Torre Astura at sunset, Nettuno municipality, Rome province, Latium, Tyrrhenian sea, Italy (MR)

Polignano a mare at dusk, drone view, Polignano a Mare, Bari province, Apulia, Italy

Overhead coastal view of Polignano a Mare, Polignano a Mare, Bari province, Apulia, Italy

Detail of the buildings of Polignano a Mare, drone view, Polignano a Mare, Bari province, Apulia, Italy

Small fishing boats in the harbour of Molfetta old town with the church in the background, Apulia, Italy

Aerial view of the rugged coast of the island of Capraia at sunset, Tuscan Archipelago National Park, Livorno province, Tuscany, Italy

Capraia island at sunrise, aerial view, Tuscan Archipelago National Park, Livorno province, Tuscany, Italy

Aerial view of Capraia island at sunset, aerial view, Tuscan Archipelago National Park, Livorno province, Tuscany, Italy

Capo Passero island at sunrise with the fortress in the foreground, Porto Palo di Capo Passero, Siracuse province, Sicily, Italy

Capo Passero island at sunrise with the light house and the castle, Porto Palo di Capo Passero, Siracuse province, Sicily, Italy

The Ponza's lighthouse on top of a volcanic cliff and surrounded by the sea at dusk, Ponza island, Pontine archipelago, Latium region, Italy

Punta della Guardia lighthouse on top of a basaltic cliff with Palmarola island in the background, Pinza island, Tyrrhenian sea, Pontine archipelago, Latium, Italy

Panoramic aerial view of the lighthouse on top of a rocky cliff at dusk, Punta della Guardia, Ponza island, Pontine archipelago, Latium region, Italy

Man stands on top of the cliff above the bay of Palmarola, Ponza municipality, Pontine archipelago, Latina province, Tyrrhenian Sea, Italy (MR)

Aerial view of Palmarola island and sea stacks, Ponza municipality, Pontine archipelago, Latina province, Latium region, Tyrrhenian Sea, Italy

Aerial view of tidy beach umbrella seen from above, Mediterranean Sea, South of Sicily, Sicily, Italy

Rows of beach umbrellas and sunbeds on empty beach, Mediterranean Sea, Siracusa, Sicily, Italy

Iconic white church of San Costanzo on top of the mountain surrounding Amalfi coast, Punta Campanella, Ieranto bay, Nerano, Amalfi coast, Naples province, Campania, Italy

Milkyway in a cove of Lerici, La Spezia, Liguria, Italy, Southern Europe

Aerial view of Myrsini Bay in Polyaigos Island, near Milos and Kimolos Island (Cyclades Islands, Greece)

Aerial view of Ano and Kato Myrsini Bay in Polyaigos Island, near Milos and Kimolos Island (Cyclades Islands, Greece)

Aerial view of Ano Myrsini Bay in Polyaigos Island, near Milos and Kimolos Island (Cyclades Islands, Greece)

The Church of Panagia Thalassitra above the village of Plaka (Milos Island, Cyclades Islands, Greece)

Stintino with La Pelosa and la Pelosetta beach and Capo Falcone. Stintino, Asinara Gulf, Sassari, Sardinia, Italy

Capo Caccia and its lighthouse, Alghero, Sassari district, Sardinia, Italy

Trapani, Sicily. Seascape of the town with people walking on the baroque street and enjoying the beach

Licata, Sicily. People enjoying the seaside at Falconara castle

Mykonos Town, elevated view, Mykonos, Cyclades Islands, Greece

Platis Gialos beach, Mykonos, Cyclades Islands, Greece

The Due Sorelle (Two Sisters) beach, Conero Riviera, Sirolo, Ancona province, Marche, Italy

Malta, Valletta, fish-shaped door knockers at the French Embassy

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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.