QUELIMANE AND THE ZAMBESE DELTA,Zambese_Ku-Bango Basins,Africa

HISTORICAL MAP CHART

Quelimane (pronounced "Kelly-mane") is a seaport in Mozambique. It is the administrative capital of the Zambezia District, and stands 25 km from the mouth of the Rio dos Bons Sinais (or "River of the Good Signs"). The river was so-named when Vasco da Gama, on his way to India, arrived at the rivere and saw "good signs" that he was on the right path. The town was at the farthest extent of Dr. David Livingstone's famous voyage through Africa.

1890s Wood Engraving Antique Map

Approximate Overall Size: 7 X 10 1/2 inches

CONDITION: Book Plate INTEXT MAP - Excellent Condition. Beautiful with excellent detail. There is Text on Front and Back Side.