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Map of Tenerife, Canary Islands
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Map of Tenerife, Canary Islands
Map of Tenerife, Canary Islands, with soundings in fathoms. Date: 1838
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1. Title: "Exploring the Coastal Depths of Tenerife, Canary Islands: A 19th-Century Maritime Chart" This map print, dated 1838, offers a glimpse into the rich maritime history of Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands located in the Atlantic Ocean. The intricate detail of this chart reveals the island's coastline, its bays, and inlets, as well as the depth soundings measured in fathoms, providing essential information for safe navigation in the late 1800s. The map's vibrant colors and meticulous illustrations of the island's topography transport us back to the 1830s, an era of significant advancements in cartography and maritime exploration. The Atlantic Ocean surrounding Tenerife is depicted with a sense of realism, reflecting the importance of accurate charts for seafarers navigating the often treacherous waters of the region. The map's title, "Carte des Costes de Tenerife," is accompanied by the date "1838," and the scale of the chart is indicated in the bottom left corner. The soundings, measured in fathoms, are meticulously plotted along the coastline, providing valuable information for sailors seeking safe harbor or assessing the depth of the waters for anchoring their vessels. This map is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of cartographers and navigators of the past, who dedicated their lives to charting the world's oceans and making them safer for maritime travel. Today, it serves as a fascinating reminder of the rich maritime heritage of Tenerife and the Canary Islands.
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