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Interesting portion of a larger 19th Century map of Crimea, depicting a section of southwestern Crimea.
The map illustrates the intricate topography of the region The map consists of the western 2 sheets of a larger 4 sheet map (Sheets 1 and 3). This map focuses on geographic features such as mountain ranges, rivers, and settlements across Crimea, with notable detail around key areas like Simferopol, Yevpatoria, and adjacent coastal zones along the Black Sea, extending south to Sevastopol.
The map shows the city of Simferopol at the center, represented as a significant settlement with surrounding fortifications and smaller towns. Evpatoria, positioned along the coast, is displayed with its proximity to the Black Sea, illustrating its strategic location as a coastal city. The detailed engravings emphasize natural formations like valleys, hills, and watercourses, underscoring the rugged and diverse terrain of the Crimean Peninsula.
Map elements, including carefully plotted contour lines along the coast and inland topographical symbols, showcase the area’s varied landscape. The usage of Cyrillic script suggests a Russian origin, with additional labeling indicating points of interest, local topographical terms, and possibly fortifications or historical landmarks. Given the precision of the engraving and place names, this map would have been valuable for military, administrative, or exploration purposes, reflecting the geopolitical significance of Crimea during a period of regional interest in the 19th century.
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