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City Collection (#11)

Captivating City Lights: A mesmerizing sight of two little blue penguins perched on rocks

Background imageCity Collection: Workers from Val De Travers Asphalt Limited, a paving company, working on paving

Workers from Val De Travers Asphalt Limited, a paving company, working on paving the roof of the London Jewish Hospital in Stepney Green. 1938

Background imageCity Collection: The Globe Theatre, Southwark, London 1616. View of the Globe by the Dutch engraver

The Globe Theatre, Southwark, London 1616. View of the Globe by the Dutch engraver, Claes Jansz Visscher (1587-1652) draughtsman, engraver, cartographer

Background imageCity Collection: Italy Venice The Grand Canal

Italy Venice The Grand Canal

Background imageCity Collection: Boats moored at marina, River Ribble, Preston Dock, Preston, Lancashire England, February

Boats moored at marina, River Ribble, Preston Dock, Preston, Lancashire England, February

Background imageCity Collection: Harbour view

Harbour view
Morning, Lavender bay, North Sydney, Australia

Background imageCity Collection: Downtown Empire State Express

Downtown Empire State Express
Syracuse, New York: c. 1933. The Empire State Express as it prepares to cross South Salina Street, the main business street of Syracuse

Background imageCity Collection: Europe at night, 1993-2003 changes

Europe at night, 1993-2003 changes
Europe at night, showing the change in illumination from 1993-2003. This data is based on satellite observations. Lights are colour-coded. Red lights appeared during that period

Background imageCity Collection: QUEENs DOCK, HULL. The Port of Hull is a trading port located at the confluence of the River Hull

QUEENs DOCK, HULL. The Port of Hull is a trading port located at the confluence of the River Hull and the Humber Estuary in the city of Kingston upon Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England

Background imageCity Collection: Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Le Loi Street illuminated at night

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Le Loi Street illuminated at night

Background imageCity Collection: Fire damage at St Lawrence Jewry, City of London, WW2

Fire damage at St Lawrence Jewry, City of London, WW2
Fire damage at the church of St Lawrence Jewry, City of London, during the Blitz, Second World War, 29 December 1940

Background imageCity Collection: Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) pricket juvenile stag, listening to roaring stags

Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) pricket juvenile stag, listening to roaring stags, silhouetted at sunrise during rutting season, Richmond Park, London, England, October

Background imageCity Collection: Oxford, UK, aerial image

Oxford, UK, aerial image

Background imageCity Collection: Utility pipes, artwork

Utility pipes, artwork
Utility pipes. Cut-away computer artwork showing the various utility pipes and cables under a city street. Included here are pipes for drinking water, waste water, sewage and gas

Background imageCity Collection: Rainbow over Sea of Galilee

Rainbow over Sea of Galilee
Israel, Tiberias, A rainbow on the Sea of Galilee

Background imageCity Collection: Donatis Comet of 1858, artwork

Donatis Comet of 1858, artwork
Comet Donati, or Donatis Comet, formally designated C/1858 L1 and 1858 VI, was a comet named after the Italian astronomer Giovanni Battista Donati who first observed it on June 2, 1858

Background imageCity Collection: Full Moon over Vancouver

Full Moon over Vancouver
Full Moon, seen above the Vancouver skyline, Canada

Background imageCity Collection: Boats on the Delaware River near New Castle, 1880s

Boats on the Delaware River near New Castle, 1880s
City of New Castle on the Delaware River, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Texas state capitol before 1881, Austin

Texas state capitol before 1881, Austin
Old state capitol prior to 1881, when it burned, Austin, Texas. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Busy Seattle harbor, circa 1890

Busy Seattle harbor, circa 1890
Bird s-eye view of Seattle, Washington Territory, circa 1890. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Sydney, Australia, 1850s

Sydney, Australia, 1850s
Port of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, in the 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: PBIB2A-00081

PBIB2A-00081
Jesus lamenting Jerusalems fate. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Abraham Lincolns inaugural parade, 1861

Abraham Lincolns inaugural parade, 1861
President Abraham Lincoln with ex-president James Buchanan in the inaugural parade, March 4, 1861. Printed color halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Erie Canal boats wintering in New York harbor

Erie Canal boats wintering in New York harbor
Erie Canal boats anchored for the winter at the East River docks, New York City, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Erie Canal boats at their New York City dock

Erie Canal boats at their New York City dock
Erie Canal boats anchored on the Hudson River, New York City, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Beethovens birthplace

Beethovens birthplace
Birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven in Bonn, viewed in the 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Providence, Rhode Island, 1664

Providence, Rhode Island, 1664
Map of Providence, Rhode Island, in 1664, showing property of original proprietors. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of the document

Background imageCity Collection: GATL2A-00027

GATL2A-00027
Jamaicans bringing their produce to market, circa 1890. Hand-colored halftone illustration of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: Seaport of Plymouth, England

Seaport of Plymouth, England
Ships in the harbor of Plymouth, England, Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCity Collection: BMW M5 German Germany

BMW M5 German Germany

Background imageCity Collection: Audi TT Coupe 2. 0 TFSi

Audi TT Coupe 2. 0 TFSi
Audi TT Coupe 2.0 TFSi

Background imageCity Collection: England, Greater London, City of Westminster. The iconic Big Ben also known as the Clock Tower

England, Greater London, City of Westminster. The iconic Big Ben also known as the Clock Tower
England, Greater London, City of Westminster. The iconic " Big Ben" also known as the Clock Tower, part of the House of Parliament building (also known as the Palace of Westminster)

Background imageCity Collection: Aerial - Sydney to Hobart yacht race sailing out of Sydney Harbour - Australia JPF52403

Aerial - Sydney to Hobart yacht race sailing out of Sydney Harbour - Australia JPF52403
JPF-13971 Aerial - Sydney to Hobart yacht race sailing out of Sydney Harbour Australia Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageCity Collection: North America at night

North America at night, satellite image. North is at top. Yellow lights mark the major cities. The western coast of the USA is the most brightly lit area, with the urban area of Los Angeles

Background imageCity Collection: Australia at night, satellite image

Australia at night, satellite image. City lights (yellow) show areas of more dense population, particularly in Southeast Asia (top left) and on Australias east coast

Background imageCity Collection: Peru Agriculture terraces, Machu Picchu

Peru Agriculture terraces, Machu Picchu
FG-8895 PERU - Agriculture terraces, Machu Picchu Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCity Collection: New York City, satellite image

New York City, satellite image
New York City, USA, satellite image. North is attop. Urban areas are white, vegetation is greenand water is blue. The island of Manhattan is atupper centre on the east coast of the HudsonRiver

Background imageCity Collection: Lambretta 50. 1966

Lambretta 50. 1966

Background imageCity Collection: DDE-90197095

DDE-90197095
England, Surrey, Hampton Court Palace. England. Surrey. Hampton Court Palace. Date: 20-06-2017

Background imageCity Collection: DDE-90029091

DDE-90029091
Czech Republic, Bohemia, Prague, Charles Bridge Twilight (Large format sizes available). Date: 15/04/2010

Background imageCity Collection: The 18th Hole Celtic Manor

The 18th Hole Celtic Manor 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport, Wales Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport

Background imageCity Collection: Rory Mcilroy Celebrates Win

Rory Mcilroy Celebrates Win 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport, Wales Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport

Background imageCity Collection: Foyle Bridge, Derry, River Foyle, County Derry, Ireland

Foyle Bridge, Derry, River Foyle, County Derry, Ireland

Background imageCity Collection: GPO Tower, London. 22nd September 1967

GPO Tower, London. 22nd September 1967

Background imageCity Collection: Stonebow Arch in Lincoln. Lincolnshire. 8th January 1953

Stonebow Arch in Lincoln. Lincolnshire. 8th January 1953

Background imageCity Collection: Trams run along the embankment below the Shell Mex building

Trams run along the embankment below the Shell Mex building, which has floodlit its clock for the first time. Seen here from Waterloo Bridge. December 1932

Background imageCity Collection: Magee College, Campus Of The University Of Ulster, Derry City, Co Derry (Londonderry)

Magee College, Campus Of The University Of Ulster, Derry City, Co Derry (Londonderry), Northern Ireland

Background imageCity Collection: Guinness Boat, Custom House, Liberty Hall, Dublin, Co Dublin, Ireland

Guinness Boat, Custom House, Liberty Hall, Dublin, Co Dublin, Ireland




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Captivating City Lights: A mesmerizing sight of two little blue penguins perched on rocks, their silhouettes beautifully contrasted against the dazzling city lights of Melbourne. This enchanting photograph, taken at St Kilda breakwater in Victoria, Australia in December 2016, emerged as a joint winner in the COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021. Just like these adorable penguins exploring their urban habitat, cities around the world are bustling with life and energy. From Nottingham Forest's City Ground Art to ancient Rome's intricate map, each city has its own story to tell. Leicester City's King Power Stadium Art and Bristol City's Ashton Gate Art add vibrant colors to their respective landscapes. Tesla Models silently glide through city streets, representing a sustainable future for transportation. Jan Siberechts' attributed masterpiece offers a timeless view of Nottingham from the East while Britannia Stadium Art celebrates Stoke City's rich football heritage. Maine Road Art pays homage to Manchester City's iconic former home ground while Boothferry Park Art immortalizes Hull City FC's legacy. And who can forget the Hanging Gardens of Babylon? An architectural wonder that symbolizes mankind’s ability to create beauty amidst concrete jungles. Lastly, an aerial view captures Melbourne Cricket Ground & Yarra River Parklands in all its glory – reminding us that even within busy cities lie pockets of tranquility and natural splendor.