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In Pictures: Pomp and pageantry of Lord Mayor’s Show

Nov 12, 2022 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

Thousands of people have gathered in the City of London to watch the Lord Mayor’s Show, a parade dating back more than 800 years. Alderman Nicholas Lyons marked his election as the 694th Lord Mayor of London with the traditional first official engagement of his one-year term. The Lord Mayor’s Show dates to the 13th century and includes a procession from Mansion … [Read more...] about In Pictures: Pomp and pageantry of Lord Mayor’s Show

In Pictures: London’s Borough Market Harvest Festival a feast for the eyes

Oct 24, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

Borough Market’s annual Autumn Harvest festival has returned to the streets of the capital for the first time since the Covid lockdown. The procession started on Bankside before moving through Southwark to the historic market. The procession was led by the Berry Man, the autumnal Green Man, who was decked with wild fruits and foliage. The event features the chance to … [Read more...] about In Pictures: London’s Borough Market Harvest Festival a feast for the eyes

Scenes from the Tube: A London Photo Essay

Apr 7, 2020 By Jonathan

I am in love with The Tube. It's a magical thing, this network of underground (and overground) trains that can take you anywhere in London. London is a city that grew organically, chaotically, yet the Tube gives the city an order that is entirely unexpected. Just looking at the Tube map evokes a romance for London - the names of all the distant places on the Tube map are … [Read more...] about Scenes from the Tube: A London Photo Essay

Exploring Down Street Tube Abandoned Station: Churchill’s Secret Wartime Bunker

Aug 14, 2018 By Jonathan

Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in Issue #6 of the Anglotopia Print Magazine in 2016. Support great long-form writing about Britain by subscribing to the Anglotopia Print Magazine today. You can subscribe here. London’s abandoned Tube stations have a special aura about them. It’s hard to believe that in a city of eight million people, some tube stations were … [Read more...] about Exploring Down Street Tube Abandoned Station: Churchill’s Secret Wartime Bunker

Londontopia is Now on Instagram – @Londontopia – Give us a Follow for Pictures of London

Jun 9, 2017 By Jonathan

Londontopia is now on Instagram where we will now post daily beautiful pictures of London from our 15-year travel archive. If you're on Instagram and you love London, you'll want to give us a follow. @londontopia … [Read more...] about Londontopia is Now on Instagram – @Londontopia – Give us a Follow for Pictures of London

59 Images of Old London That Will Blow Your Mind and Wish You Had a Time Machine

Dec 17, 2015 By Jonathan

One of my favorite past times is to look at old pictures of London and over the years we've amassed quite a collection here at Londontopia. So, we thought it would be fun to put together a massive gallery of old pictures of London to enjoy looking at.   … [Read more...] about 59 Images of Old London That Will Blow Your Mind and Wish You Had a Time Machine

London Past and present: Historic London merges with modern-day capital in series of impressive photographs

Apr 30, 2015 By Jonathan

Check out these stunning pictures from London's Evening Standard newspaper that merge old picture of London with the modern day. Such an interesting way to look at history. These astonishing images blend London's past and present, marking a continuity in one of the world's fastest changing cities. Source: Past and present: Historic London merges with modern-day capital in … [Read more...] about London Past and present: Historic London merges with modern-day capital in series of impressive photographs

London Photo: Stunning Photo of Seven Dials in London from Above by Stuck in Customs

Mar 27, 2015 By Jonathan

Check out this stunning photo of the Seven Dials area in London - a special place where seven roads intersect. Trey Ratcliff from Stuck in Customs was able to capture this picture with a drone. Stunning! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL SIZED VERSION. Source. … [Read more...] about London Photo: Stunning Photo of Seven Dials in London from Above by Stuck in Customs

Above London: Stunning Artwork Recreates London at Night From Space – Check Out the Full Sized Version

Oct 24, 2014 By Jonathan

A London based artist named Marc Khachfe was awed by the pictures of world cities from the International Space Station. So, he took those images and then created his own works of art, based on real maps and lighting. He's applied his unique technique to London and the result is simply stunning. About the work: I have created a unique nighttime image of London (and other … [Read more...] about Above London: Stunning Artwork Recreates London at Night From Space – Check Out the Full Sized Version

London Photo: Moody and Atmospheric Picture of Liverpool St Station in 1959- The Great London Smog

Jul 26, 2014 By Jonathan

This isn't really the classic London fog look in a photo - it's actually London Smog and it was a real problem in the 1950's until the British Government began cleaning up the air. It makes for a pretty picture, but it caused very real health problems. This photo is of Liverpool St Station in 1959. Amazing picture! CLICK HERE FOR A LARGER VERSION … [Read more...] about London Photo: Moody and Atmospheric Picture of Liverpool St Station in 1959- The Great London Smog

Then and Now: The View from the Shard in the 1930’s Versus the View Today #shardview

Jul 24, 2014 By Jonathan

  I came across the old black & white picture above of the City of London a few weeks ago and I thought it looked really familiar to me. I went through the pictures I took from our last trip and found this shot of the View from the Shard. It's almost the same view. Since the View from the Shard opened, it has provided the highest place in London to see the city … [Read more...] about Then and Now: The View from the Shard in the 1930’s Versus the View Today #shardview

Photo: Stunning View of Euston Road and King’s Cross and St Pancras Railway Stations in 1904

Jul 12, 2014 By Jonathan

The curved sign to Reggiori's restaurant overlooks the Euston Road, with a hansom cab, two horse drawn buses and a horse drawn tram going about their business. NB to take a trip around the two mainline stations and view the vehicles, architecture and fashions of a bygone age. Source. … [Read more...] about Photo: Stunning View of Euston Road and King’s Cross and St Pancras Railway Stations in 1904

Old London Photo: A Tram Sails Through the Foggy London Night Outside Embankment Tube Station in 1938

Jun 28, 2014 By Jonathan

We just love this view of Embankment Tube station taken in 1938, the year before The War. Very moody and atmospheric. Source: Getty Images.   … [Read more...] about Old London Photo: A Tram Sails Through the Foggy London Night Outside Embankment Tube Station in 1938

London Bridges Then and Now – Amazing New Hybrid Images Released Show London’s Present and Past Together

Jun 26, 2014 By Jonathan

The Museum of London Docklands recently released a new series of images that show the history of London's bridges then & now. It's a fascinating look back at London's history contrasted to today. They've released the images ahead of a new exhibition launching tomorrow called 'Bridge' which will explore the history of London's bridges. From their website: Bridge is … [Read more...] about London Bridges Then and Now – Amazing New Hybrid Images Released Show London’s Present and Past Together

Photo: Storm Clouds Over London – Stunning Shot from the View from the Shard

Jun 25, 2014 By Jonathan

Check out this stunning view over London that features some rather dramatic storm clouds. Taken from the View from the Shard by Les Kancir. You can order prints from the artist's page here. … [Read more...] about Photo: Storm Clouds Over London – Stunning Shot from the View from the Shard

London Photo: The View THROUGH the Shard

Jun 21, 2014 By Jonathan

When I took a tour of the Houses of Parliament last December during my last trip to London, I snapped what I thought was a rather boring picture of Portcullis House (where the offices of MP's are). But when I looked at the pictures afterwards, I saw that I captured something rather amazing - the morning sunlight streaming through the top of The Shard. Here's a close-up … [Read more...] about London Photo: The View THROUGH the Shard

London Photo: Check Out This Amazing New Panorama of London taken from the Shard by Will Pearson

Jun 16, 2014 By Jonathan

We've posted about the work of Will Pearson before - he's done some amazing panoramas of London. He's back again with a stunning new panorama of the view from the Shard Tower. It cannot be described with any other word than amazing. From his description: The scale of London can only be truly appreciated from a height. There is no better place in London to do this than from … [Read more...] about London Photo: Check Out This Amazing New Panorama of London taken from the Shard by Will Pearson

Photos: Check out These Beautiful Photos of London Taken at Dusk

Jun 2, 2014 By Jonathan

  The Evening Standard (London's local newspaper) recently published these beautiful pictures recently take of London at dusk. I love the calming tones in these images! They were taken by photographer Navjot Singh. Enchanting and beautiful in only the way London can be. … [Read more...] about Photos: Check out These Beautiful Photos of London Taken at Dusk

London Photo: View of the Cutty Sark From Below

May 31, 2014 By Jonathan

  Check out one of my favorite shots of the Cutty Sark, taken last December when we visited. The new Cutty Sark museum lifts the ship up onto support struts and allows you to walk below the ship. It's an amazing sight. … [Read more...] about London Photo: View of the Cutty Sark From Below

Cool Photo: London’s Heathrow Airport at Night as Seen From 6000 Feet

May 30, 2014 By Jonathan

Check out this amazing shot of Heathrow Airport at night taken from 6,000 feet. It's very beautiful at night! The photo was taken by MPS Helicopters and shared on Twitter. Source here. … [Read more...] about Cool Photo: London’s Heathrow Airport at Night as Seen From 6000 Feet

Photo: A Lovely Aerial Photo of London Taken At Night For Your Desktop Wallpaper

May 24, 2014 By Jonathan

Here is a lovely aerial view of London up river towards the West, from above Tower Bridge and the River Thames. It's a stunning picture that will make a lovely desktop wallpaper. You can spot some of London's oldest and newest landmarks, including the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the Shard, City Hall and St Paul's off in the distance. Beautiful! CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL … [Read more...] about Photo: A Lovely Aerial Photo of London Taken At Night For Your Desktop Wallpaper

Photo: Check Out This Amazing Photo of Lightning Striking the Shard Tower Taken Today

May 22, 2014 By Jonathan

The Shard Tower has clearly angered the rain gods! This photo was snapped by a chap at the AIA Worldwide offices in London today when some thunderstorms rolled through London, causing quite a bit of excitement. Very cool! Photo was taken by Michael Hoskinson. Source. … [Read more...] about Photo: Check Out This Amazing Photo of Lightning Striking the Shard Tower Taken Today

London Photo: Amazing Picture of London Blends Day and Night Beautifully and Seamlessly in One Picture

May 19, 2014 By Jonathan

Check out this amazing photo by photographer Stephen Wilkes that shows both a nighttime and daytime view in one picture, seamlessly blended together. It's London in a way you've never seen before. CLICK TO VIEW A LARGER SIZE. You can see more example of this amazing art in a limited run pop-up gallery in London: MEKA Pop-up Art presents Stephen Wilkes: Day to Night is on … [Read more...] about London Photo: Amazing Picture of London Blends Day and Night Beautifully and Seamlessly in One Picture

“This is Your Victory” Amazing Scenes from a London in Jubilation on the Anniversary of VE (Victory over Europe) Day – Pictures and Video Inside

May 8, 2014 By Jonathan

Today marks the 69th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day - this is the day that combat officially ended during World War II and is considered the end of the war. In celebration, London burst into a day and night of euphoria as the British people threw off the shackles of wartime austerity and had a party for the first time since 1939. The bells rang out in celebration after … [Read more...] about “This is Your Victory” Amazing Scenes from a London in Jubilation on the Anniversary of VE (Victory over Europe) Day – Pictures and Video Inside

London Photo: A Lovely Photo of Tower Bridge in London At Night For Your Desktop Wallpaper

May 3, 2014 By Jonathan

  Check out this lovely photo of Tower Bridge taken at night. I just love the streaks of the bus passing by. This picture would make a great desktop wallpaper. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL SIZED VERSION … [Read more...] about London Photo: A Lovely Photo of Tower Bridge in London At Night For Your Desktop Wallpaper

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