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City Wall Collection (#3)

Discover the enchantment of city walls around the world

Background imageCity Wall Collection: South Gate, Dali, Yunnan, China

South Gate, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: View of City Walls and Cang Mountains, Dali, Yunnan, China

View of City Walls and Cang Mountains, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: City Wall at dawn, Dali, Yunnan, China

City Wall at dawn, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: City Walls and Cang Mountains, Dali, Yunnan, China

City Walls and Cang Mountains, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: City Walls and South Gate at sunset, Dali, Yunnan, China

City Walls and South Gate at sunset, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: City Walls and South Gate at dawn, Dali, Yunnan, China

City Walls and South Gate at dawn, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: South Gate at dusk, Dali, Yunnan, China

South Gate at dusk, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: East Gate, Dali, Yunnan, China

East Gate, Dali, Yunnan, China

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Georgia, Tbilisi, lighted sections of old city wall

Georgia, Tbilisi, lighted sections of old city wall

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Ms.Sup.Pers.1113.f.180v-181 Mongols under the leadership of Hulagu Khan storming

Ms.Sup.Pers.1113.f.180v-181 Mongols under the leadership of Hulagu Khan storming and capturing Baghdad in 1258
XTD69960 Ms.Sup.Pers.1113.f.180v-181 Mongols under the leadership of Hulagu Khan storming and capturing Baghdad in 1258, from a book by Rashid al-Din (1247-1318) (vellum) by Persian School

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Dubrovnik. Beautiful romantic streets of old town Dubrovnik during twilight blue hour

Dubrovnik. Beautiful romantic streets of old town Dubrovnik during twilight blue hour

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Dubrovnik, Croatia. Beautiful romantic old town of Dubrovnik during sunny day, Croatia, Europe

Dubrovnik, Croatia. Beautiful romantic old town of Dubrovnik during sunny day, Croatia, Europe

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Skyline of Tallinn, Estonia at the old city

Skyline of Tallinn, Estonia at the old city

Background imageCity Wall Collection: City Wall Gate Tower, Qufu, Shandong Province, China. This is Confucius City in Shandong Province

City Wall Gate Tower, Qufu, Shandong Province, China. This is Confucius City in Shandong Province

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Town centre with Catholic parish church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and Upper Gate

Town centre with Catholic parish church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and Upper Gate, Kronach Gate Tower
ascension day, assumption of mary, assumption of the virgin mary, bavarian, bayern, building, buildings, catholic, center, centers, centre, christian, church building, church of the assumption

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Upper Gate, Kronach Gate Tower, in Lichtenfels, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Upper Gate, Kronach Gate Tower, in Lichtenfels, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany
bavarian, bayern, building, buildings, center, centers, centre, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications, city gates, city wall, city walls, concept, concept image

Background imageCity Wall Collection: At the harbour of Concarneau, part of the city wall of the Ville close, Brittany, France

At the harbour of Concarneau, part of the city wall of the Ville close, Brittany, France
bretagne, brittany, building, buildings, castell, castelo, castles, center, centers, centre, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications, city portrait, city scape

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Porta flaminia detta del popolo, gate in the Aurelian Wall in Rome, Italy

Porta flaminia detta del popolo, gate in the Aurelian Wall in Rome, Italy
altertum, ancient civilizations, ancient times, ancient world, antiquity, archive, attraction, attractions, aurelian wall, aurelian walls, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings

Background imageCity Wall Collection: King's Gate c. 1730, Szczecin, Poland, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original

King's Gate c. 1730, Szczecin, Poland, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, against white background, background light, background light-colored, background plain, background plain-colored, background plain-coloured, background white

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Altpoertel, the western gate of the city of Speyer c. 1880, Germany

Altpoertel, the western gate of the city of Speyer c. 1880, Germany, digitally restored reproduction of an original
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, against white background, background light, background light-colored, background plain, background plain-colored, background plain-coloured, background white

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Old Town Gate of Prague c. 1880, Czech Republic, digitally restored reproduction of an original

Old Town Gate of Prague c. 1880, Czech Republic, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th century painting
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, against white background, attraction, attractions, background light, background light-colored, background plain, background plain-colored, background plain-coloured

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Holstein Gate, Holsteiner Tor c. 1880, Luebeck, Germany, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th

Holstein Gate, Holsteiner Tor c. 1880, Luebeck, Germany, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, against white background, animal husbandries, attraction, attractions, background light, background light-colored, background plain, background plain-colored

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Oberes Tor in Hannoversch Muenden, Hann. Muenden, Lower Saxony, Germany, postcard with text

Oberes Tor in Hannoversch Muenden, Hann. Muenden, Lower Saxony, Germany, postcard with text, view around ca 1910
accurate, arts, building, buildings, card, cards, center, centers, centre, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications, city gates, city portrait, city scape, city view

Background imageCity Wall Collection: The Horsewoman, distinguished lady riding through the city gate in a lady's seat on a white horse

The Horsewoman, distinguished lady riding through the city gate in a lady's seat on a white horse
1900s, 19th-century, 3 people, achievements, action, actions, active, activities, activity, adult female, adult woman, animal breed, animal breeds, animal husbandries, animals, arts, athletic

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Porta detta di S. Spirito alla Lungara del Sangallo, The Porta Santo Spirito

Porta detta di S. Spirito alla Lungara del Sangallo, The Porta Santo Spirito, also Porta di Santo Spirito
attraction, attractions, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings, catholic, central italy, christian, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications

Background imageCity Wall Collection: The City Gate of Ouragla in 1887, Algeria, Historic, digitally restored reproduction of an

The City Gate of Ouragla in 1887, Algeria, Historic, digitally restored reproduction of an original 19th-century
1900s, 19th-century, airport building, airport grounds, airports, algerian, arid, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, barrenness, black, black-and-white, black-white, boarding gate, boarding-gate

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Porta Maggiore was one of 18 major city gates of Rome, historical Rome, Italy, 1625, Rome

Porta Maggiore was one of 18 major city gates of Rome, historical Rome, Italy, 1625, Rome
18, airport building, airport grounds, airports, antica, attraction, attractions, black, black-and-white, black-white, boarding gate, boarding-gate, building, buildings, central italy, cities

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Dead and wounded after the blasting of the powder tower in the town of Laon on 9 September, France

Dead and wounded after the blasting of the powder tower in the town of Laon on 9 September, France
1900s, 19th-century, 5 people, 9, accurate, airport control tower, airport control towers, airport tower, battles, blast, blasting, blasting operation, blasting operations, building, buildings

Background imageCity Wall Collection: The Kobolzell Gate in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany, Historic

The Kobolzell Gate in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany, Historic
bayern, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings, center, centers, centre, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications, city gates, city wall

Background imageCity Wall Collection: The Holsten Gate in Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Historical

The Holsten Gate in Luebeck, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Historical, Photochrome print from the 1890s
attraction, attractions, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings, center, centers, centre, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications, city gates

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Porta Nuova in Palermo, c. 1893, Sicily, Italy, Historic, digitally restored reproduction from a

Porta Nuova in Palermo, c. 1893, Sicily, Italy, Historic, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings, center, centers, centre, cities, city center, city centre, city fortification, city fortifications

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Torres de Serrano, Porta dels Serrans, Serranos Towers, a city gate in Valencia, Spain, c

Torres de Serrano, Porta dels Serrans, Serranos Towers, a city gate in Valencia, Spain, c
1900s, 19th-century, accurate, airport building, airport grounds, airports, archive, black, black-and-white, black-white, boarding gate, boarding-gate, building, buildings, cities, city center

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Street Scene at the City Wall with View to the Castle, c. 1890, Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany

Street Scene at the City Wall with View to the Castle, c. 1890, Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany, Historic
1900s, 19th-century, attraction, attractions, bavarian, bayern, black, black-and-white, black-white, building, buildings, castell, castelo, castles, cities, city center, city centre

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Westgate, Winchester (oil on canvas)

Westgate, Winchester (oil on canvas)
MAN329189 Westgate, Winchester (oil on canvas) by Rooker, Michael (Angelo) (1743-1801); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Saint Jordi Altarpiece, detail showing the conquest of the City of Majorca by the army of James I

Saint Jordi Altarpiece, detail showing the conquest of the City of Majorca by the army of James I, 1229
IND41456 Saint Jordi Altarpiece, detail showing the conquest of the City of Majorca by the army of James I, 1229 by Nisart, Pedro (15th century); Museo Diocesano de Mallorca, Spain; Index Fototeca

Background imageCity Wall Collection: City walls, Sauran Ancient Settlement, Turkistan, Kazakhstan, Central Asia, Asia

City walls, Sauran Ancient Settlement, Turkistan, Kazakhstan, Central Asia, Asia

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Christ Talks with the Samaritans (vellum)

Christ Talks with the Samaritans (vellum)
ALI142344 Christ Talks with the Samaritans (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Reale, Turin, Piedmont, Italy; (add.info.: Codex de Predis; ); Alinari

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Expulsion of the Huguenots of Toulouse after the Capture of the Town by the Prince of Condes

Expulsion of the Huguenots of Toulouse after the Capture of the Town by the Prince of Condes Supporters in 1562
XIR157016 Expulsion of the Huguenots of Toulouse after the Capture of the Town by the Prince of Condes Supporters in 1562, 1727 (oil on canvas) by Rivalz

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Jerusalem, City Wall seen from the Mount of Olives (b / w photo)

Jerusalem, City Wall seen from the Mount of Olives (b / w photo)
5991087 Jerusalem, City Wall seen from the Mount of Olives (b/w photo) by Grober, Karl (1885-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jerusalem, City Wall seen from the Mount of Olives)

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Yugoslavia: Ragusa, City Wall (b / w photo)

Yugoslavia: Ragusa, City Wall (b / w photo)
6018052 Yugoslavia: Ragusa, City Wall (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ragusa, City Wall)

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Project for a siege tower, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75)

Project for a siege tower, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75)
XIR217235 Project for a siege tower, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75) 1470 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Capitolare, Padua

Background imageCity Wall Collection: A machine for lifting weights, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75)

A machine for lifting weights, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75)
XIR217237 A machine for lifting weights, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75) 1470 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Capitolare

Background imageCity Wall Collection: A siege machine, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75)

A siege machine, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75) 1470 (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XIR217236 A siege machine, illustration from De re Militari by Roberto Valturio (1405-75) 1470 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Capitolare, Padua, Italy

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Sweden, Gotland Island, Visby, 12th century city wall, most complete medieval city wall

Sweden, Gotland Island, Visby, 12th century city wall, most complete medieval city wall in Europe, sunset

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Alghero, city walls and marina

Alghero, city walls and marina
Italy, Sardinia, Western Sardinia, Alghero, city walls and marina

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Cannon on a city wall, Derry City, Ireland

Cannon on a city wall, Derry City, Ireland
arms, attraction, attractions, cannon, cannons, cities, city, city wall, city walls, cityscape, cityscapes, co derry, co londonderry, co. derry, co

Background imageCity Wall Collection: Plan of Baghdad, from an English translation of Les Six Voyages de J. B

Plan of Baghdad, from an English translation of Les Six Voyages de J. B
XCF347824 Plan of Baghdad, from an English translation of Les Six Voyages de J.B. Tavernier (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCity Wall Collection: The Purana Qila, Delhi, (pencil and w / c)

The Purana Qila, Delhi, (pencil and w / c)
1196906 The Purana Qila, Delhi, (pencil and w/c) by Daniell, Thomas (1749-1840) & William (1769-1837); 44.2x62.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright



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Discover the enchantment of city walls around the world. From the captivating Bab al Yemen in Yemen to the picturesque walled town and Chateau of Amboise reflected in the River Loire, these structures transport us through time. In England, marvel at both the old city wall and York Minster as they stand side by side in York, offering a glimpse into centuries past. The Helpoort in Mstricht, Netherlands showcases an ancient gateway that once protected this historic city. Meanwhile, Baku's UNESCO World Heritage site boasts a stunning fountain nestled within its gated city wall. Verulamium in St Albans takes us back to Roman times with remnants of its ancient fortifications still visible today. Gotland Island's Visby presents a 12th-century city wall that remains remarkably intact, allowing visitors to step into medieval history. Jerusalem's Old City beckons with its timeless allure as we gaze towards Damascus Gate from within its protective embrace. Carcassonne in France captivates with its well-preserved ramparts and towers that have stood strong for centuries. Even London has tales to tell through its remaining sections of London Wall East of Smithfield captured beautifully in Civitas Londinium woodblock print. Finally, Kruttornet Tower stands tall amidst Visby's fortified walls on Gotland Island. These remarkable they are not just physical barriers but gateways to our collective heritage - testaments to human ingenuity and resilience throughout history.