Eritrea Collection (#3)

ERITREA, Aid Distant view towards UN relief convoy of World Food Programme trucks on high Asmara - Massawa road

Piazza Italia in Asmara, Eritrea. Date: circa 1920

Asmaras Opera (Teatro Asmara), Eritrea
Opera theatre building built in 1918 according to the plans of Italian architect Odoardo Cavagnari in Asmara, capital of Eritrea. Date: circa 1920

Eritrea - The old road from Asmara to Massawa - Built by Italians during colonialism. Africa

East Africa - Eritrea - Massawa - Salt Flats at Gherar Date: circa 1910s

Group of Danakil men and women from the Italian port, Assab Bay, Eritrea, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Map of Egypt, Darfur, and Abyssinia, lithograph, published in 1897
Map of Egypt, Darfur, and Abyssinia with separate map of the Nile Delta and Suez Canal. Lithograph, published in 1897

Littoria Bank in Asmara, Eritrea
Front view on Littoria Bank in Asmara, capital of Eritrea. Date: circa 1920

Restaurant Bella Romagna in Dekemhare, Eritrea
View on the Italian restaurant " Bella Romagna" in Dekemhare, south-east of Asmara in Eritrea. Date: circa 1930

Abdel Kader radio station in Massawa, Eritrea
Abdel Kader radio station in Massawa (Mitsiwa) on the coast of the Red Sea, Eritrea. Date: circa 1920s

East Africa - Eritrea - Sheikh Mohammed Arei - Local Chief. Date: circa 1930s

Swedish Evangelical Mission Station, Geleb, East Africa
Aerial view of the Swedish Evangelical Mission Station at Geleb (Gheleb), East Africa (now in Eritrea). Date: circa 1910

Massawa - Old town with local residents. Eritrea - Africa

Eritrean Girl - Wearing headwear. Massawa - Eritrea - Africa

Valley - Seen from the old road from Asmara to Massawa, built by Italians during colonialism. Eritrea - Africa

Abyssinia, Eritrea and South Arabia
Antique illustration of a Abyssinia, Eritrea and South Arabia

Djibouti, East Africa - A Young Serae girl (from Eritrea)
Djibouti, East Africa (then French Somaliland) - A Young Serae girl (likely (from Eritrea). Date: 1905

Eritrea - Nefasit and winding road from Asmara
Nefasit, a small town in the Northern Red Sea Region of Eritrea (formerly Italian East Africa). View across to the winding road that starts at Asmara. Date: 1930s

The main street of Harnet Avenue, Asmara, Eritrea, Africa

A barbers shop in Asmara, Eritrea, Africa

Kern, Eritrea - Ramadan Prayers - genuflection, third phase. Date: circa 1910s

Station in Eritrea
ERITREA : station at Otumlo, near Massawa in Italian Eritrea. Date: 1895

Swedish Evangelical Mission Station, Zazega, East Africa
Swedish Evangelical Mission Station at Zazega, near Asmara, East Africa (now in Eritrea). Date: circa 1910

Eritrean Man - Wearing headwear. Massawa - Eritrea - Africa

Dongola race horse 1841

Dust and Smoke over Iraq and the Middle East. Also visible are a few plumes of dark smoke over the Fertile Crescent to the east of Lake Razazah

The Troglodyte Region (oil on panel)
XOT351157 The Troglodyte Region (oil on panel) by Bonsignori, Stefano (fl.1575); Palazzo Vecchio (Cappella dei Priori) Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Italpan Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, View of the Town

The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag

Arabia, the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea, with Egypt, Nubia and Abyssinia, from Atlas
KW205852 Arabia, the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea, with Egypt, Nubia and Abyssinia, from Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Guillaume Raynal (1713-96) published Geneva

East Africa - Eritrea - Massawa - Underground Water Cistern at Taulud Date: circa 1910s

East African Jewish Bedouin Musician in Jerusalem, Israel. Playing a masenqo, a single-stringed bowed lute commonly found in the musical traditions of Ethiopia and Eritrea. Date: circa 1920s

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Massawa - Old town with local residents Date:

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Eritrean Man - Wearing headwear Date:

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Eritrean Girl - Wearing headwear Date:

The Italpan Occupation Of Massowah, Red Sea, View Of The Town

The Italian Occupation of Massowah, Red Sea, Hoisting the Italian Flag

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

East African Rift tectonics, artwork
East African Rift tectonics. Block artwork of the Earths crust being pulled apart by plate tectonics in the Horn of Africa region of the East African Rift (Great Rift Valley)

ERITREA. Asmara. Old pretrol station known as Fiat Tagliero o L Areoplano (1938), by Giuseppe Pettazzi. Futurism. Architecture

Eritrea, Africa - Man from the Danakil Lowlands
Eritrea, Africa - An indigenous man from the Danakil Lowlands Date: circa 1920s

Balloon gas generation, 19th century
Balloon gas generation. These generators are being used to produce hydrogen gas for use in military balloons. This is part of the 1885 campaign by the Italian Expeditionary Corps in Abyssinia at

Eritrea Massawa
Massawa is situated on an island in the Red Sea

The Enda Mariam Orthodox Cathedral built in 1938, Asmara, Eritrea, Africa

The Roma Cinema, an example of Italian architecture, Asmara, Eritrea, Africa

Green Island (Sheikh Said), a short boat trip from Massawa, Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

A turtle shell lies on a rusting jetty leading to Green Island, Massawa, Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

The coastal town of Massawa on the Red Sea, Eritrea, Africa

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Eritrea, a captivating nation in Africa, boasts a rich tapestry of culture and breathtaking landscapes. As you stroll through the streets of Asmara on Workers Day, vibrant national flags proudly adorn every corner, symbolizing unity and pride. The city's charm is further amplified when overlooking its bustling capital from high vantage points - an awe-inspiring sight that captures the essence of Eritrea. Venturing beyond the urban allure, one encounters nature's wonders at every turn. A sandstorm ominously approaches Teseney near the Sudanese border, reminding us of both the beauty and unpredictability of this land. The mountainous terrain between Asmara and Massawa offers a thrilling journey as you navigate winding roads carved by Italian colonizers during colonialism. Delving into history reveals remnants of Eritrea's past glory. The Governors Palace in Massawa stands as a testament to East Africa's enduring heritage. Meanwhile, glimpses into yesteryears can be found along the old road from Asmara to Massawa - constructed by Italians who left their mark on this African gem. Nature enthusiasts will find solace amidst Agordat's picturesque landscape in western Eritrea. Verdant valleys stretch endlessly before your eyes; it feels like stepping into an artist's masterpiece painted with hues only Mother Nature could conceive. The timeless image captured in "Eritrea/Massawa 1895" transports us back to an era where camel caravans were lifelines for trade routes across arid terrains. Witnessing these resilient creatures resting after delivering watermelons to Ghinda evokes admiration for their vital role in sustaining communities. As you traverse Eritrea's diverse topography, be prepared for surprises around each bend: valleys unveiling panoramic vistas or towns steeped in historical significance waiting to be explored anew. This remarkable country beckons adventurers seeking untamed beauty intertwined with tales echoing through generations – a true African gem.