Southern Europe · 20th century
€ 310
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Good condition. Central vertical folding lines as issued. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue, especially around the edges. Check the images carefully.
The map presents the province of Lugo, located in the autonomous community of Galicia in northwestern Spain, as it was in 1901. Notable features include:
- **Topography**: The province's terrain is depicted, which ranges from the coastal areas by the Cantabrian Sea to the mountainous interior regions.
- **Hydrography**: Blue lines likely represent the province's rivers, which would include the Miño, the province's main river, and its tributaries.
- **Transportation**: Red lines indicating roads and railways show the transport links within Lugo and to other regions.
- **Urban Centers**: Various symbols mark the locations of cities, towns, and villages, with the capital, also named Lugo, indicated.
- **Political Boundaries**: Dotted lines may show administrative boundaries within the province.
- **Legend**: The map contains a legend (Signos Convencionales) that explains the symbols used for provincial capitals, roads, railways, and other features.
- **Scale**: There is a scale in kilometers for distance measurement.
- **Coat of Arms**: The coat of arms of Lugo, featuring a chalice and a sacred host, is prominently displayed, symbolizing the province's cultural and historical heritage.
About the province of Lugo:
Lugo is renowned for its well-preserved Roman walls, which encircle the old town and are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The province is characterized by its lush green landscape, part of the Green Spain, and its relatively cool and wet climate. The economy of Lugo is traditionally based on agriculture and fishing, with dairy farming, beef production, and the cultivation of crops such as potatoes and corn being significant. The coastal areas are known for their high-quality seafood. Lugo is also a stop on the Camino Primitivo, one of the routes of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. The region's culture reflects a strong Celtic influence, evident in its music, folklore, and festivals such as the 'Arde Lucus', which celebrates the province's Roman history.
