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Messina as seen from Calabria - from a sketch by the Hon. Major Fitzmaurice, 1860. Creator: Unknown
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Messina as seen from Calabria - from a sketch by the Hon. Major Fitzmaurice, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Messina as seen from Calabria - from a sketch by the Hon. Major Fitzmaurice, 1860. Messina is situated on the north-east coast [of Sicily], opposite to Calabria, from which it is separated by the Channel of the Faro, here about four miles wide. The town of Messina is built partly on the slope of a steep hill, and partly along the seashore at the foot of it. The port is formed by a strip of sandy beach projecting into the sea at the south side of the city, and sweeping round in the form of a semicircle. On this narrow tract of land are the citadel, the lazaretto, the lighthouse, and the castle of Salvatore at the entrance of the harbour, which faces the north. The larger part of the town rises in the form of a crescent, on the west side of the harbour, which is more than two miles in circumference, and is one of the best in the Mediterranean. The view over the channel, the opposite coast of Calabria, with its towns and villages, and the lofty Apennines behind them, and, on the other side, the low promontory of Faro, with its tower, advancing into the sea as if to meet the Italian coast, form a splendid landscape, which is one of the finest even in that classic sea, whose shores are remarkable for a variety of beautiful scenery'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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Messina as seen from Calabria - A Visual Feast of Sicilian Beauty and History
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Messina, a captivating city nestled on the northeastern coast of Sicily, is a breathtaking sight that has enchanted travelers for centuries. In this evocative sketch by the Hon. Major Fitzmaurice, dating back to 1860, we are treated to a stunning view of Messina as it appeared from the shores of Calabria. The scene unfolds with Messina situated at the heart of the composition, its urban fabric cascading down the slope of a steep hill and extending along the seashore below. The town's port, a semicircular stretch of sandy beach, is home to several notable structures: the citadel, the lazaretto, the lighthouse, and the castle of Salvatore. These architectural gems stand proudly at the entrance of the harbor, facing the north. The larger part of Messina's townscape unfurls on the western side of the harbor, its crescent-shaped form encompassing more than two miles in circumference. The view over the channel, with the opposite coast of Calabria and its towns and villages, is a splendid sight. The lofty Apennines in the background add a majestic touch to the landscape, their peaks reaching for the sky. On the other side of the channel, the low promontory of Faro, with its tower, seems to advance into the sea, meeting the Italian coast in a harmonious dance of land and water. This exquisite tableau is a testament to the enduring beauty and rich history of the Mediterranean, a region renowned for its diverse and captivating scenery. This evocative sketch, published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1860, invites us to explore the timeless allure of Messina and the enchanting world of the Mediterranean.
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