Vintage Postcard Las Meloneras Beach Gran Canaria Spain Lighthouse & Tents

$ 2.64

Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Continent: Europe Subject: Beach brand: Ediciones Fotograficas Philippe Martin Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1969 Features: Stamp City: Maspalomas Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Type: Printed (Lithograph) Postage Condition: Posted Region: Canary Islands Brand/Publisher: Ediciones Fotograficas Philippe Martin Theme: Lighthouse Number of Items in Set: 1 Era: Chrome Signed: No Country/Region of Manufacture: Austria Country of Origin: Austria Year Manufactured: 1960s Country: Spain

Description

Vintage Postcard Las Meloneras Beach Gran Canaria Spain Lighthouse & Tents. This captivating vintage postcard showcases the vibrant Playa de Las Meloneras on Gran Canaria, Spain. The scene depicts a bustling beach filled with sunbathers, swimmers enjoying the azure waters, and numerous parked cars and colorful tents lining the rocky shore. In the distance, a prominent lighthouse stands as a picturesque landmark, adding to the scenic beauty of this popular coastal destination. The postcard, published by Ediciones Fotograficas Philippe Martin, captures a moment in time from the mid-20th century, likely the 1960s or 1970s, given the visible vehicles and stamp. It features a "10 PTAS ESPAÑA CORREOS" stamp with Francisco Franco's image and was printed in Austria, indicating its quality and international distribution. The reverse side includes a handwritten message referencing Las Palmas and Tenerife, offering a glimpse into a traveler's journey and making it a unique piece of history and a delightful collectible for enthusiasts of Spanish travel, island life, and vintage photography.