Strait Of Gibraltar Collection

Rock of Gibraltar in the British Empire
British troops occupying Gibraltar, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Phoenician ship in the Mediterranean
Phoenician galley passing the Rock of Gibraltar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Barbary macaque (Macaca sylvanus), two adults with baby, overlooking town and ships in sea at sunset. Gibraltar Nature Reserve, Gibraltar. August 2018

Storm force Levante winds blowing the tops of waves, Strait of Gibraltar, Estrecho Natural Park, Los Lanses beach, Tarifa, Andalucia, Costa de la Luz, Spain, Europe

Group of striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba) swimming, Strait of Gibraltar, Costa de la Luz, Andalucia (Andalusia), Spain, Europe

Panoramic view over Strait of Gibraltar with Africa in the background, Sierra del Bujeo, Andalusia, Spain

Morocco with borders
Color satellite image of Morocco and neighbouring countries, with borders

Morocco and neighbouring countries
Color satellite image of Morocco and neighbouring countries

The Pillars of Hercules (colour litho)
GIA940229 The Pillars of Hercules (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pillars of Hercules was the phrase that was applied in Antiquity to)

Strait of Gibraltar, birds eye view: on the left the African coast, on the right the European coast
6203316 Strait of Gibraltar, birds eye view: on the left the African coast, on the right the European coast, 1853 (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); (add.info.: STRICT OF GIBLTERRA)

View of the harbour at Gibraltar with the British, American and Russian fleets, 31st January 1909 (coloured photo)
6014719 View of the harbour at Gibraltar with the British, American and Russian fleets, 31st January 1909 (coloured photo) by English Photographer

South East Corner of Tangier, 1669-73. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
South East Corner of Tangier, 1669-73

The West Side of Yorke Castle, 1669. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The West Side of Yorke Castle, 1669

The lower inner part of Tangier, 1673. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The lower inner part of Tangier, 1673

The Rock of Gibraltar, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Rock of Gibraltar, 1890. A monolithic limestone promontory located in on the Starits of Gibraltar, with a system of underground passages, known as the Galleries or the Great Siege Tunnels

View of the Rock from the sea, Gibraltar, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd
View of the Rock from the sea, Gibraltar, 1895. Disputed piece of land that sits on a narrow strait connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, bordered to the north by Spain

Possible location of Atlantis
Possible Atlantis. Computer-generated map of a proposed location of the mythical city of Atlantis on Spartel Island in the Strait of Gibraltar

GEUR2A-00059
Portuguese capture of Ceuta, a Moorish stronghold in Morocco, 1415. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

GAFR2A-00012
Tangier, Morocco, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

View from space of the Strait of Gibraltar
August 23, 2013 - View from space of the Strait of Gibraltar, where Europe and Africa meet and where the Atlantic Ocean waters flow through the strait into the Mediterranean Sea

View from space of Morocco and Spain
December 31, 2011 - This high oblique panorama shows Morocco and Spain as viewed aboard the International Space Station. The Atlantic Ocean

Morocco, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Morocco (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Castile and Leon, Spain, satellite image C014 / 0076
Castile and Leon, satellite image. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing the Castile and Leon autonomous community, Spain

Levante storm, Strait of Gibraltar, Tarifa, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Small green wave, Strait of Gibraltar, Los Lances Beach, El Estrecho National Park Tarifa, Costa de la Luz, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Big Jump windsurfing in high Levante winds in the Strait of Gibraltar, Valdevaqueros, Tarifa, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Spectators watching windsurfing in high Levante winds in the Strait of Gibraltar, Valdevaqueros, Tarifa, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Strait of Gibraltar from Space Shuttle
The strait of Gibraltar, the gate between the Atlantic Ocean (bottom) and the Mediterranean Sea, photographed from the orbiting space shuttle Challenger (Mission 41-G, 5-13 October, 1984)

Satellite image of the Strait of Gibraltar
Strait of Gibraltar. True-colour satellite image of the Strait of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean Sea (right) meets the Atlantic Ocean (left). North is at top

Strait of Gibraltar, satellite image. North is at top, land is brown and water is blue. The Strait of Gibraltar (narrow, blue, upper left) separates Spain (top) from Africa (bottom)

European Honey Buzzard - adult male in flight - on migration across the straits of Gibralter to Africa - September
RES-1204 European Honey Buzzard - adult male in flight - on migration across the straits of Gibraltar to Africa September Pernis apivorus George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal

Short-toed Eagle - in flight on migration over the Straits of Gibralter towards Africa - September
RES-1211 Short-toed Eagle - in flight on migration over the Straits of Gibraltar towards Africa September Circaetus gallicus George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Family of killer whales (Orcinus orca) at surface off Tarifa coast, Strait of Gibraltar, Costa de la Luz, Andalucia (Andalusia), Spain, Europe

Group of striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba) swimming, Strait of Gibraltar, Costa de la Luz, Andalucia (Andalusia), Spain, Europe

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The Strait of Gibraltar, located in the heart of Europe and connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, is a place where history meets nature. With its iconic Rock of Gibraltar standing tall as a symbol of British influence in the region, this strait has witnessed centuries of maritime activity. One cannot mention the Strait of Gibraltar without acknowledging the powerful Levante winds that blow across its waters. These storm force winds create an awe-inspiring sight as they whip up waves, their tops crashing against each other with great force. The Estrecho Natural Park and Los Lanses beach in Tarifa, Andalucia offer breathtaking views of this natural phenomenon. As you gaze out over these turbulent waters, you may be lucky enough to spot a group of striped dolphins gracefully swimming through the waves. These magnificent creatures call these waters home and add to the enchantment of this unique location. In September, during their migration from Europe to Africa, European Honey Buzzards can be seen soaring above the straits on their journey southward. Their flight serves as a reminder of nature's interconnectedness and reminds us that borders are merely human constructs. A panoramic view over the Strait reveals Africa looming majestically in the background while Sierra del Bujeo frames this picturesque scene, and is no wonder that ancient civilizations considered these shores sacred; it is truly a meeting point between two continents. Historical references also abound in relation to this famous waterway. The Pillars of Hercules have long been associated with this area - depicted beautifully in colorful lithographs - representing strength and power for both Greeks and Romans alike. Gibraltar itself has played host to many significant events throughout history. A colored photograph captured on January 31st, 1909 showcases fleets from Britain, America, and Russia docked at its harbor – evidence not only of naval might but also diplomatic relations between nations.