Ceuta Collection

Coast road, Ceuta, Spanish North Africa, Mediterranean, Africa

The Hispano-Moroccan War
3119409 The Hispano-Moroccan War; (add.info.: Scene from the Hispano-Moroccan War (1859-1860) a conflict over the borders of the Spanish city of Ceuta and was fought in northern Morocco

Sinuous path
Jorge Ruiz Dueso

Tanneries of Fez, Morocco
xan Gasalla Gonzalez

garbage
xan Gasalla Gonzalez

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)

Aureum
Jorge Ruiz Dueso

Engagement between the Moors and Spaniards near Ceuta (engraving)
2772822 Engagement between the Moors and Spaniards near Ceuta (engraving) by Beck, Augustus J. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engagement between the Moors and Spaniards near Ceuta)

View of the Siege of Gibraltar in 1704 (w / c on paper)
CHT176885 View of the Siege of Gibraltar in 1704 (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The Rock of Gibraltar, Point d Europe, sketched from the Signal-House, with Ceuta and Tangier in the Distance
1098346 The Rock of Gibraltar, Point d Europe, sketched from the Signal-House, with Ceuta and Tangier in the Distance (engraving) by English School

Railway station, Ceuta, Morocco, North Africa
Railway station at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1920

Plaza de los Reyes, Ceuta, Morocco, North Africa
Plaza de los Reyes, Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1930

Plaza de la Republica, Ceuta, Morocco, North Africa
Plaza de la Republica, Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1930

Fort at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa
Walls of the Fort, surrounded by a moat, at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1930

Aerial view of market, Ceuta, Morocco, North Africa
Aerial view of people at a dockside market in Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1920

Promenade at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa
San Sebastian Promenade at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1930

Aerial view of Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1930

Mailboat at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa
Mailboat ferry Victoria at Ceuta (operating between Ceuta and Algeciras), Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1940

Steamer at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa
Steamer (mailboat) General Sanjunio at Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1930

View of Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1940s

General view of Ceuta, Spanish city in Morocco, North Africa. Date: circa 1920

Outline of the Coast of Africa, as seen from the Rock of Gibraltar, showing the Positions of Ceuta, Tetuan, Tangier
1098598 Outline of the Coast of Africa, as seen from the Rock of Gibraltar, showing the Positions of Ceuta, Tetuan, Tangier, etc (engraving) by English School

Aid of Tunisia and Ceuta, 1578, fresco in the Palace of Santa Cruz

Ceuta (From Civitates Orbis Terrarum), 1572. Private Collection

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

Ceuta African Spain 1870 1890 Albumen silver print
Ceuta; African; Ceuta, Spain; about 1870 - 1890; Albumen silver print

Walls of Ancient Ceuta - Black and white old fortress walls Date: circa 1890s

Ceuta from signal station - Black and white view from high inland over buildings towards lakes. Date: circa 1890s

Ceuta, Spain - Almina Bridge and Liberty Street
Ceuta, Spain - one of two permanently inhabited Spanish territories in mainland Africa - Almina Bridge (Puente Almina) and Liberty Street (calle de la Libertad). Date: circa 1910s

Alphonse XII receiving the congratulations of the Moroccan e
Alphonse XII (1857-1885). King of Spain. Alphonse XII receiving the congratulations of the Moroccan embassy. Ceuta. March 20, 1877. Engraving by Arturo Carretero (1852-1903)

The Town and Harbour, of Ceuta, Morocco

The Spanish enclave of Ceuta on the Moroccan Coast, North Africa. Date: circa 1920s

Europe, Spain (near northern Africa), Ceuta, royal walls and waterway
Europe, Spain (in Spanish northern Africa), Ceuta, royal walls and waterway

The Town and Harbour, of Ceuta, Morocco

Ceuta (19th c. ). Engraving. SPAIN. Donostia
Ceuta (19th c.). Engraving. SPAIN. Donostia. San Telmo Municipal Museum

Almohade dobla (piece) minted in Ceuta in times of Abu Hafs Homar (10th c.). Coin

North Africa, Spanish Morocco, Ceuta. Port of Ceuta

North Africa, Spanish Morocco, Ceuta. Coastal view of Ceuta from the Mediterranean

Morocco. Countryside farmland view of the Oued Martil valley located between Ceuta (Spanish Morocco) and Tetouan

PRINCE HENRY THE NAVIGATOR at the conquest of Ceuta in 1415: colored engraving, 16th century

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

Morocco Ceuta
General panorama of the harbour, known in Arabic as Sebta

Defensive city wall and moat across the narrow approach isthmus, Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on the coast of Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Ceramic tile plaque in main square, Ceuta, Spanish North Africa, Africa

Ceramic tiles of religious theme, Ceuta, Spanish North Africa, Africa

View over port of of the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, Spain, Spanish North Africa, Africa

View of Ceuta, Morocco, North Africa
A view from the sea of Ceuta, an autonomous city of Spain, on the coast of Morocco, North Africa

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"Ceuta: Where Africa Meets Europe in a Stunning Coastal Setting" Located on the coast road of Spanish North Africa, a captivating city that boasts a unique blend of Mediterranean charm and African allure. With its strategic position overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar, this enchanting enclave offers breathtaking views from birds-eye perspective – on one side lies the African coast while on the other stands Europe's majestic shores. As you wander through Ceuta's vibrant streets, you'll encounter remnants of history at every turn. The tanneries of Fez in neighboring Morocco infuse the air with their distinct aroma, reminding visitors of the region's rich cultural heritage. However, amidst its undeniable beauty lies an unfortunate issue – garbage litters some corners, urging for sustainable solutions to preserve this natural wonderland. Delve deeper into Ceuta's past by exploring historical engravings depicting fierce engagements between Moors and Spaniards near these very walls. A glimpse into 1704 reveals a view of the Siege of Gibraltar painted meticulously on paper, showcasing the tumultuous times endured by both sides during conflicts. The Rock of Gibraltar stands tall as an iconic landmark visible from afar; sketched from Ceuta's Signal-House vantage point, it offers awe-inspiring vistas along with distant glimpses of Tangier. And just beyond Ceuta's borders lies another facet worth discovering – a railway station connecting this Moroccan gem to other parts of North Africa. Immerse yourself in local life at Plaza de los Reyes or Plaza de la Republica where bustling markets and lively gatherings create an atmosphere brimming with energy. Meanwhile, don't miss out on visiting Fort at Ceuta - a testament to Spain’s enduring presence within Moroccan territory. Intriguingly sinuous paths wind through this coastal paradise beckoning explorers to uncover hidden treasures around every bend.