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Gulf Collection (#42)

Discover the wonders of the Gulf, a region steeped in history and natural beauty

Background imageGulf Collection: Texas, Port Lavaca. Lighthouse

Texas, Port Lavaca. Lighthouse

Background imageGulf Collection: USA, Alabama, Mooresville. Old gasoline station signs

USA, Alabama, Mooresville. Old gasoline station signs

Background imageGulf Collection: USA, AL, Gulf Shores. Pre dawn colors reflected in wet sand in front of Doral high

USA, AL, Gulf Shores. Pre dawn colors reflected in wet sand in front of Doral high rise condominiums

Background imageGulf Collection: Russia, Kamchatka Peninsula, Russian Far East, Anadyr Bay, Bering Sea

Russia, Kamchatka Peninsula, Russian Far East, Anadyr Bay, Bering Sea

Background imageGulf Collection: Elegant tern, (Sterna elegans), flying with fish in beak, Isla Rasa, Sea of Cortez

Elegant tern, (Sterna elegans), flying with fish in beak, Isla Rasa, Sea of Cortez, Baja California, MEXICO

Background imageGulf Collection: USA, FL, Naples, Full Moon Over Naples Beach

USA, FL, Naples, Full Moon Over Naples Beach

Background imageGulf Collection: Croatia, Istria, BRESTOVA. View towards CRES ISLAND

Croatia, Istria, BRESTOVA. View towards CRES ISLAND

Background imageGulf Collection: Croatia, Opatija, art gallery

Croatia, Opatija, art gallery

Background imageGulf Collection: Croatia, Opatija, town crest

Croatia, Opatija, town crest

Background imageGulf Collection: Croatia, Opatija, Millennium Hotel veranda restaurant

Croatia, Opatija, Millennium Hotel veranda restaurant

Background imageGulf Collection: Cres, Coatia - A rocky coastline at the edge of the sea

Cres, Coatia - A rocky coastline at the edge of the sea

Background imageGulf Collection: Europe, Italy, Liguria, Portofino. Boats on water

Europe, Italy, Liguria, Portofino. Boats on water

Background imageGulf Collection: GREECE, CRETE, Hania Province, Gramvousa Peninsula: View of the Kissamos Gulf

GREECE, CRETE, Hania Province, Gramvousa Peninsula: View of the Kissamos Gulf from the Gramvousa Peninsula

Background imageGulf Collection: Pattaya, Northern Gulf of Thailand, 2 hours south of Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia

Pattaya, Northern Gulf of Thailand, 2 hours south of Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia

Background imageGulf Collection: Wat Phra Yai on hilltop, the largest Buddha image of Chonburi, Pattaya, Northern Gulf of Thailand

Wat Phra Yai on hilltop, the largest Buddha image of Chonburi, Pattaya, Northern Gulf of Thailand, 2 hours south of Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia

Background imageGulf Collection: Khao Phrabath Temple on hilltop, Pattaya, Northern Gulf of Thailand, 2 hours south of Bangkok

Khao Phrabath Temple on hilltop, Pattaya, Northern Gulf of Thailand, 2 hours south of Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia

Background imageGulf Collection: Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Fishing Harbor

Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Fishing Harbor

Background imageGulf Collection: Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Fort

Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Fort

Background imageGulf Collection: Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Coast by the Arabian Sea

Oman, Dhofar Region, Mirbat. Mirbat Coast by the Arabian Sea

Background imageGulf Collection: Oman, Sharqiya Region, Sur. Towers of Al Ayajh Fort / Sur Bay / Late Afternoon

Oman, Sharqiya Region, Sur. Towers of Al Ayajh Fort / Sur Bay / Late Afternoon

Background imageGulf Collection: Oman, Sharqiya Region, Sur. View of Sur Beach

Oman, Sharqiya Region, Sur. View of Sur Beach

Background imageGulf Collection: BATTLE OF LEPANTO, 1571. The opening salvo at the Battle of Lepanto, fought, 7 October 1571

BATTLE OF LEPANTO, 1571. The opening salvo at the Battle of Lepanto, fought, 7 October 1571, off Lepanto, Greece, between the galley fleets of the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire

Background imageGulf Collection: CHINA: GULF OF BOHAI, 1843. Boats in the Gulf of Bohai (or Gulf of Pechili) off the coast of China

CHINA: GULF OF BOHAI, 1843. Boats in the Gulf of Bohai (or Gulf of Pechili) off the coast of China, near the shore where the Great Wall of China terminates

Background imageGulf Collection: BATTLE OF LEPANTO, 1571. The naval Battle of Lepanto, fought, 7 October 1571, off Lepanto, Greece

BATTLE OF LEPANTO, 1571. The naval Battle of Lepanto, fought, 7 October 1571, off Lepanto, Greece, between the galley fleets of the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire

Background imageGulf Collection: ITALY: POZZUOLI, c1875. View off the coast of Pozzuoli, Italy, on the Bay of Naples

ITALY: POZZUOLI, c1875. View off the coast of Pozzuoli, Italy, on the Bay of Naples. Wood engraving, c1875, after Harry Fenn

Background imageGulf Collection: GREECE: GULF OF SALAMIS. View of the Gulf of Salamis in Greece, on the Aegean Sea

GREECE: GULF OF SALAMIS. View of the Gulf of Salamis in Greece, on the Aegean Sea. Steel engraving, English, 1833, by Edward Finden after William Purser

Background imageGulf Collection: ITALY: GENOA, 1849. View of Genoa, Italy. Wood engraving, English, 1849

ITALY: GENOA, 1849. View of Genoa, Italy. Wood engraving, English, 1849

Background imageGulf Collection: SEAL HUNTING, 1867. Seal fishing in the Bay of St. Lawrence. Wood engraving, American, 1867

SEAL HUNTING, 1867. Seal fishing in the Bay of St. Lawrence. Wood engraving, American, 1867

Background imageGulf Collection: ITALY: SARDINIA, 1832. View of Cagliari, on the coast of the Italian island of Sardinia

ITALY: SARDINIA, 1832. View of Cagliari, on the coast of the Italian island of Sardinia. Steel engraving, English, 1832, by Edward Finden

Background imageGulf Collection: GALVESTON, TEXAS, 1844. The port of Galveston, Texas, 1844. Wood engraving from a contemporary

GALVESTON, TEXAS, 1844. The port of Galveston, Texas, 1844. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

Background imageGulf Collection: BATTLE OF LEPANTO, 1571. Naval battle between the Christians

BATTLE OF LEPANTO, 1571. Naval battle between the Christians and Ottomans fought in the strait between the gulfs of Pátrai and Corinth, off Lepanto, Greece, 7 October 1571

Background imageGulf Collection: Tampa Bay on the Gulf of Mexico

Tampa Bay on the Gulf of Mexico. View of barracks and tents at Fort Brooke during the Seminole War in Florida in 1835. Date Charleston, S.C. : 1837

Background imageGulf Collection: Cattaro, view of the gulf from Krstac Grotto, Dalmatia, Aust

Cattaro, view of the gulf from Krstac Grotto, Dalmatia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageGulf Collection: Awful calamity gulf tidal wave. September 8th 1900

Awful calamity gulf tidal wave. September 8th 1900

Background imageGulf Collection: The gulf, Sebastopol, Russia, (i. e. Ukraine)

The gulf, Sebastopol, Russia, (i. e. Ukraine)
The gulf, Sebastopol, Russia, (i.e. Ukraine). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageGulf Collection: The gulf, Jalta, (i. e. Yalta), the Crimea, Russia, (i. e. U

The gulf, Jalta, (i. e. Yalta), the Crimea, Russia, (i. e. U
The gulf, Jalta, (i.e. Yalta), the Crimea, Russia, (i.e. Ukraine). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imageGulf Collection: Mexican Gulf Hotel, Pass Christian, Miss

Mexican Gulf Hotel, Pass Christian, Miss.. Date c1901

Background imageGulf Collection: Camel Caravan

Camel Caravan
A camel caravan in Oman - only in the heart of the Arabian Gulf do the caravan bells still sound regularly. The huge, noble camels stride in peace among oven-hot rocks. Date: 1930s

Background imageGulf Collection: Shatt al-Arab - Basra, Iraq

Shatt al-Arab - Basra, Iraq - also known as the Arvand Rud (River) - the waterway leading out into the Persian Gulf. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageGulf Collection: Naples, Italy - Vesuvius and the Castel dell Ovo

Naples, Italy - Vesuvius and the Castel dell Ovo
Naples, Italy - Mount Vesuvius and the Castel dell Ovo ( Egg Castle ) - perched on an island in the Gulf of Naples Date: circa 1910s

Background imageGulf Collection: Ireland / Glengarriff

Ireland / Glengarriff
Glengariff, the lovely land- locked harbour in County Cork, Ireland, where the vegetation luxuriates in the warmth of the Gulf Stream and the growth is almost tropical. Date: 1950s

Background imageGulf Collection: Shipping on the Shatt al-Arab - Basra, Iraq

Shipping on the Shatt al-Arab - Basra, Iraq - the waterway which eventually leads out into the Persian Gulf. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageGulf Collection: Panorama of Naples, Italy

Panorama of Naples, Italy
Fabulous panorama of the Bay (Gulf) and City of Naples, with the ever-present menacing silhouette of Mount Vesuvius smoking away back left... Date: circa 1910s

Background imageGulf Collection: German U-boat 49 hitting Giovanni Albanesi, WW1

German U-boat 49 hitting Giovanni Albanesi, WW1
German U-boat 49 and crew in the foreground, with the Italian sailing ship the Giovanni Albanesi, which she had just set on fire in the Gulf of Naples during the First World War. Date: 19 March 1918

Background imageGulf Collection: Lady from Salamis, Greece

Lady from Salamis, Greece
Lady from Salamis (the largest Greek island in the Saronic Gulf), Greece Date: circa 1905

Background imageGulf Collection: Avenida del Golfo (Gulf Avenue), Havana, Cuba

Avenida del Golfo (Gulf Avenue), Havana, Cuba Date: circa 1910s




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Discover the wonders of the Gulf, a region steeped in history and natural beauty. From the ancient Persian Empire to modern-day marvels, this captivating area offers a diverse range of experiences. Embark on a journey through time as you explore the Map of the Ancient Persian Empire. Marvel at its vastness and imagine the grandeur that once reigned within its borders. Witness the power and might of naval forces as HMS Victorious (R38) approaches the Persian Gulf. Feel a sense of awe as this majestic vessel sails through these historic waters. Experience the strength and courage displayed by soldiers during times of conflict, like the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards & Gulf War Tank. Their bravery echoes throughout history, reminding us of their sacrifices for peace. Indulge in breathtaking sunsets at Miramare Castle in Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. Let your worries drift away amidst this picturesque setting overlooking the tranquil Gulf. Immerse yourself in luxury along St Pete Beach's shores in Florida's Gulf Of Mexico. The iconic Don CeSar Hotel stands proudly against azure waters, offering an unforgettable experience fit for royalty. Be captivated by Halong Bay's ethereal beauty in Vietnam. Its emerald waters dotted with limestone karsts create an otherworldly landscape that will leave you spellbound. Rev up your engines with a Ford GT40 replica adorned with iconic Gulf livery from 1966. This classic racing car pays homage to speed and style while evoking nostalgia for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Uncover hidden treasures in Bahrain's capital city Manama or gaze upon Naples' stunning view towards Mount Vesuvius - both destinations offer glimpses into rich cultural heritage intertwined with natural splendor. Take flight above Indian Ocean waves as HMS Cornwall's Lynx Helicopter soars over HMS Cumberland - an exhilarating sight that showcases military prowess amidst vast expanses of water. Delve deeper into the heart of Persia with a detailed map of Iran.