Sakhalin Collection

Political map of the Japanese Empire, early 20th century. Korea was under Japanese rule from 1910-1945. Japanese forces invaded and occupied Sakhalin during the Russo-Japanese War in 1905

Gennady Nevelskoy, Russian explorer (colour litho)
821672 Gennady Nevelskoy, Russian explorer (colour litho) by Russian School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gennady Nevelskoy (1813-1876)

Jellyfish sea
Andrey Narchuk

Aerial of a Rock arch, Cape giant, Sakhalin, Russia, Eurasia

Parish of Saint James, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Sakhalin, Russia, Eurasia

Rock arch, Cape giant, Sakhalin, Russia, Eurasia

Aerial of the coastline of Cape giant, Sakhalin, Russia, Eurasia

Natives of the Baie de Langle, Sakhalin Island, and a Manchu Tartar. Illustration by Gaspard Duche de Vancy from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage

I can fly
Andrey Narchuk

Angels in love
Andrey Narchuk

Exchange. The Japan Punch, August 1875, 1875. Creator: Wirgman, Charles (1832-1891)
Exchange. The Japan Punch, August 1875, 1875. Private Collection

The Dui Valley, Sakhalin, Russia, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
The Dui Valley, Sakhalin, Russia, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Cape la Jonquiere, Sakhalin, Russia, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

The chaining of prisoners, Sakhalin, Russia, 1890s. Artist: Innokenty Ignatievich Pavlovsky
The chaining of prisoners, Sakhalin, Russia, 1890s. A large island off the Pacific coast of Siberia, Sakhalin became the site of prison labour camps known as katorga from 1857

Prisoners at work, Sakhalin, Russia, 1890s. Artist: Innokenty Ignatievich Pavlovsky
Prisoners at work, Sakhalin, Russia, 1890s. A large island off the Pacific coast of Siberia, Sakhalin became the site of prison labour camps known as katorga from 1857

Japan - A group of three Ainos, the aborigines
Lantern slide of a group of three Ainos, the aborigines. The Ainu (also called Aynu, Aino and in historical texts Ezo), are indigenous people or groups in Japan and Russia

Nivkh People - Nikolayevsk-on-Amur, Russia
The Nivkh - an indigenous ethnic group inhabiting the northern half of Sakhalin Island and the region of the Amur River estuary in Russias Khabarovsk Krai near Nikolayevsk-on-Amur in Far Eastern

Russia, Far East, Sakhalin; Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk; Two elderly woman walking amidst trees in the main park of the city

Russia, Sakhalin; An orthodox ceremony in a small church in the suburbs of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

Volcanic ash plumes from Sarychev Peak blowing across the Sea of Okhotsk and the
June 16, 2009 - Volcanic ash plumes from Sarychev Peak blew across the Sea of Okhotsk and over the island of Sakhalin. Brown volcanic ash blows in a counter-clockwise arc across a bank of clouds

Far eastern Russia covered in snow, ice, and clouds
February 16, 2010 - Far eastern Russia covered in snow, ice, and clouds. In the center of the image is the Sea of Okhotsk, the boundaries of which are marked by Sakhalin Island at image center

Image at Kharsakov, Saghalien, Eastern Siberia, Korsakov, Korsakovsky District Of
IMAGE AT KHARSAKOV, SAGHALIEN, EASTERN SIBERIA, KORSAKOV, KORSAKOVSKY DISTRICT OF SAKHALIN OBLAST, RUSSIA, A HUMBLE OFFERING, WILD STRAWBERRIES, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia

Image At Kharsakov, Saghalien, Eastern Siberia, Korsakov, Korsakovsky District Of Sakhalin Oblast, Russia, Labour Without Honour, Convicts Returning From Work, Engraving 1890, Engraved Image

Image at Kharsakov, Saghalien, Eastern Siberia, Korsakov, Korsakovsky District of Sakhalin Oblast
IMAGE AT KHARSAKOV, SAGHALIEN, EASTERN SIBERIA, KORSAKOV, KORSAKOVSKY DISTRICT OF SAKHALIN OBLAST, RUSSIA, AN OGRE, THE CORPORAL IN CHARGE AMUSES HIMSELF WITH THE CONCERTINA, engraving 1890

Sakhalin Island, Russia - Convicts at working moving timber
Russian Convicts on Sakhalin Island work to move timber on a basic railroad. A katorga (penal colony) was established by Russia on Sakhalin in 1857. Date: circa 1910s

Salmon roe factory. Worker manually checking the mechanized screening of salmon roe (fish eggs). The roe will be processed and sold as food

Fish processing plant. Fish factory worker packing trays of salmon and moving them to a conveyor belt. This is the Yasny fish factory on Iturup Island, operated by the Gidrostroi company

Salmon killed for roe. The salmon roe (the female fishs eggs, red) will be processed and sold as food. This is the ZAO Gidrostroi fish factory, in Kitovy village, Yasny

Salmon fishing. Fisherman hauling in a catch of salmon from a coastal river trap at low tide. This is the Reidovaya River, on Iturup Island

Rescuers working in the aftermath of an e
Sakhalin earthquake. Workers use cranes to rescue survivors from collapsed buildings after the Sakhalin earthquake. Earthquakes are tremors caus- ed when sections of the earth move against each other

Natural gas liquefaction plant
Natural gas. View of a liquefaction plant making liquefied natural gas (LNG). Here a flare stack is used to burn off unwanted hydrocarbon fractions from the LNG which is predominantly methane

Tanker loading natural gas
Natural gas. A tanker being loaded with liquefied natural gas (LNG). LNG is predominantly methane. It is taken as a gas from a production well, then cleaned and dried

Liquefied natural gas plant
Liquefied natural gas. View of the loading pier of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) production plant, as seen from a tanker. LNG is natural gas that has been filtered

A-frame dacha building, near Korsakov, Sakhalin, Russian Far East, Russia, Asia

Nesting dolls, Yuzhno, Sakhalin, Russian Far East, Russia, Europe

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"Sakhalin: A Land of Cultural Diversity and Natural Wonders" Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Sakhalin, a captivating region located off the eastern coast of Russia. This land is not only known for its breathtaking landscapes but also for its rich cultural heritage. During an Orthodox ceremony in Sakhalin, witness the innocence and purity of a veiled young girl as she blows out a candle, symbolizing her devotion to faith. This moment captures the essence of spirituality that resonates throughout this region. Delve into history with a glimpse at the political map of early 20th-century Japan, which once encompassed parts of Sakhalin. Discover how different cultures intertwined on this island through an image showcasing three Ainos, the aboriginal people who have inhabited these lands for centuries. Venture into the mesmerizing Jellyfish Sea surrounding Sakhalin, where translucent creatures gracefully float amidst crystal-clear waters. Nature's wonders continue with an aerial view of Cape Giant's rock arch - a majestic formation rising from Eurasia's coastline - offering awe-inspiring vistas that leave visitors spellbound. Explore Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk's Parish of Saint James, where architectural marvels blend seamlessly with natural surroundings. The juxtaposition between man-made structures and untouched landscapes exemplifies Sakhalin's unique charm. Embark on another aerial journey along Cape Giant's coastline to witness nature at its finest. Marvel at rugged cliffs meeting azure waves as you soak up panoramic views that seem straight out of a postcard. Dive deeper into local culture by encountering natives from Baie de Langle on Sakhalin Island. Their traditions and way-of-life provide valuable insights into this diverse community thriving amidst stunning surroundings. Artistic expressions find their place in Sakhalin too; admire "Angels in Love, " capturing love transcending boundaries through ethereal brushstrokes.