Isthmus Collection

St. Ninians Isle tombolo, connecting St Ninian to Mainland, South Mainland, Shetland Islands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Road connecting the narrow isthmus of Greater and Little Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom, Europe

EXPL2A-00377
Chart of the West Indies sea depths and land elevations. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

GLAT2A-00018
Boat landing at the Chagres River, Panama, a seaport during the California Gold Rush. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

DDE-90036269
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

Ship canal, isthmus of Corinth, Greece
A man in traditional costume crosses a bridge above the newly built ship canal linking the Adriatic with the Aegean at the isthmus of Corinth, Greece

A Wells Fargo messenger from their Express Delivery service via the Isthmus of Panama
534013 A Wells Fargo messenger from their Express Delivery service via the Isthmus of Panama. From Harper's New Monthly Magazine New York 1875

Francis Drake's first view of the Pacific Ocean in 1572 (engraving)
527822 Francis Drake's first view of the Pacific Ocean in 1572 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: English navigator and privateer)

Album "Meine mittelmeer-reise 1910": View of the Corinth Canal
3562335 Album "Meine mittelmeer-reise 1910": View of the Corinth Canal by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Greece 1910 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

Map of Central America shewing the Proposed Routes of Communication between the Atlantic & Pacific O Creator
Map of Central America shewing the Proposed Routes of Communication between the Atlantic & Pacific Oceans, 1856....and the Disputed Territories of British Honduras (Belize)

'The Canal now being constructed across the Isthmus of Corinth connecting The Gulf of Corinth with Creator: Unknown
From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Anglo-French Station at the Isthmus of Panama for forming a canal between the Atlantic... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Anglo-French Station at the Isthmus of Panama for forming a canal between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec

Morning, 1886. Creator: Thomas Moran
Morning, 1886

Morning, 1886. Creator: Thomas Moran
Morning, 1886

Chagres - the Fort, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Chagres - the Fort, [Isthmus of Panama], 1850. View of...the ancient Spanish fortification at Chagres, situated at the mouth of the river of that name

A walker crossing La Coupee, an isthmus joining Great Sark and Little Sark, three metres wide and with a drop of 80 metres on either side, Isle of Sark, Channel Islands (MR)

Horse Drawn Carriage On La Coupée, Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom
Horse Drawn Carriage On La Coupée, Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom

Shirley Heights, Antigua and Barbuda view from the overlook

Shirley Heights, Antigua view

Shirley Heights, Antigua overlooking English Harbour viewed on a beautiful day

Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands of the Carribean

Isola dei Gabbiani (Island of Seagulls) in Porto Pollo, Palau, Olbia-Tempio, Sardinia, Italy

Tractor On La Coupée, Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom
Tractor On La Coupée, Sark, Channel Islands, United Kingdom

The narrow stretch of white sand which divides Simos beach viewed from a ridge, Elafonissos, Laconia Region, Peloponnese, Greece

Panoramic view of Simos beach from a ridge, Elafonissos Island, Laconia Region, Peloponnese, Greece

Isthmus of Panama

DDE-90038703
A scarlet-thighed Dacnis, Cacnis venusta, Anton el Valle, Panama Date: 06/04/2012

DDE-90038704
White-tailed hawk, Buto albicaudatus (captive), in Anton el Valle, Panama Date: 06/04/2012

DDE-90036273
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

DDE-90036272
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

DDE-90036271
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

DDE-90036270
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

DDE-90036268
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

DDE-90036267
Tombolo connecting St Ninian's Isle with Shetland mainland, Scotland, Great Britain (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

DDE-90027329
Frigate bay, south Saint Kitts, overview of the 2 bays named Frigate Bay on each side of the island, overlooked by a green hill covered with lush tropical vegetation

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Isthme; Isthmus (engraving)
7196420 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Isthme; Isthmus (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isthme; Isthmus)

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Ismailia and the Fresh-Water Canal (engraving)
1103898 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Ismailia and the Fresh-Water Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal)

The Proposed Canal across the Isthmus of Suez, Suez and the Red Sea, South of the Isthmus (engraving)
2772466 The Proposed Canal across the Isthmus of Suez, Suez and the Red Sea, South of the Isthmus (engraving) by English School

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Bird s-Eye View of Entrance to the Canal from the Red Sea, with New Harbour, Docks
1104071 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Bird s-Eye View of Entrance to the Canal from the Red Sea, with New Harbour, Docks, and Town of Suez (engraving) by English School

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal (engraving)
1103875 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal)

View of the Gulf and Environs of Gaeta (engraving)
2773327 View of the Gulf and Environs of Gaeta (engraving) by Grob, Konrad (1828-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Gulf and Environs of Gaeta)

Perekop, Crimea, from Travels through the Southern Provinces of the Russian Empire
TRV227734 Perekop, Crimea, from Travels through the Southern Provinces of the Russian Empire in 1793-94 by Pallas, 2nd edition, 1812 (litho) (b/w photo) by English School

Tyre from the Isthmus (colour litho)
6010924 Tyre from the Isthmus (colour litho) by Roberts, David (1796-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tyre from the Isthmus)

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Lake Timsah (engraving)
1103886 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Lake Timsah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Lake Timsah)

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal near Kantara (engraving)
1103885 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal near Kantara (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal near Kantara)

Le Vicomte Ferdinand De Lesseps (colour litho)
612685 Le Vicomte Ferdinand De Lesseps (colour litho) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Vicomte Ferdinand De Lesseps, He suppressed an isthmus)

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Workmen loading Dromedaries (engraving)
1103868 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, Workmen loading Dromedaries (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal)

The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, the Cutting near Chalouf (engraving)
1103912 The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal, the Cutting near Chalouf (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Isthmus of Suez Maritime Canal)

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An isthmus is a geographical wonder that connects two larger landmasses, creating breathtaking landscapes and unique experiences. One such marvel is the St. Ninians Isle tombolo, where a narrow strip of sand links the mainland to an enchanting island in Scotland. As you traverse the road connecting Greater and Little Sark in the Channel Islands, United Kingdom, you'll witness nature's artistry at its finest. In Greece, behold the ship canal carved through the Isthmus of Corinth, showcasing human engineering prowess against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty. Meanwhile, thousands flock to Panama to witness one of Earth's most famous isthmuses - connecting two vast oceans and serving as a testament to mankind's ambition. The charm continues on La Coupée in Sark as horse-drawn carriages gracefully navigate this narrow stretch between towering cliffs. Tractors also make their mark here, adding a touch of modernity while preserving tradition. Traveling further south brings us to Isola dei Gabbiani in Sardinia - an island adorned with seagulls and surrounded by crystal-clear waters. This idyllic spot invites visitors to bask in tranquility and soak up Mediterranean bliss. Elafonissos Island offers panoramic views from its ridge overlooking Simos beach - a slice of paradise divided by a narrow stretch of white sand. The contrast between turquoise waters and golden shores creates an ethereal atmosphere that captivates all who visit. Whether it be witnessing remarkable geological formations or immersing oneself in coastal serenity, isthmuses offer unforgettable experiences for those willing to explore their wonders. These captivating locations remind us how interconnected our world truly is; they are gateways inviting us into new realms filled with awe-inspiring beauty.