Thames River Collection (#11)

The majestic Thames River flows through the heart of London, England, offering a picturesque view of the city's iconic landmarks

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben at dusk, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Thames River Collection: Gold and silver

Gold and silver
Westminster Abbey and the bridge during sunset taken during summer

Thames River Collection: City of London at Dawn

City of London at Dawn
Capture of the City of London and its familiar landscape and architectural icons

Thames River Collection: London, Tower of London

London, Tower of London
England, London.A view of the river Thames and then tower of London

Thames River Collection: Londons Tower Bridge at dusk

Londons Tower Bridge at dusk
Time exposure of Tower Bridge taken at dusk showing boat light trails

Thames River Collection: Millennium Bridge London

Millennium Bridge London
View of the Millennium bridge & St.Pauls Cathedral at night

In the Snow

Thames River Collection: The Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London

The Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London
The Houses of Parliament and Westminster Bridge at sunset, viewed from across the River Thames, Westminster, London, England

The Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London
The Houses of Parliament and Westminster Bridge illuminated at dusk, viewed from across the River Thames, Westminster, London, England

Tower Bridge
Tower bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. Construction was started on the 22 April, 1886 and was opened on June 30th 1894

Thames River Collection: Tower of London in focus

Tower of London in focus
Partly focused elevated view if London cityscape with old landmark Tower in London in focus

Thames River Collection: City of London panoramic view at sunset

City of London panoramic view at sunset
Elevated view from Tower Bridge toward South and North sides of River Thames, include London City Hall, The Shard, brand new skyscrapers of The City and Tower of London

Thames River Collection: Elevated view of London at dusk

Elevated view of London at dusk
View of London including famous landmarks Tower of London, Tower Bridge and London City Hall

Thames River Collection: Elevated view of The City at dusk

Elevated view of The City at dusk
The City - Londons financial district

Thames River Collection: Partly focused view of the City

Partly focused view of the City
View of The City- Londons financial district at sunset

Thames River Collection: ny brooklyn bridge

ny brooklyn bridge
new york 2014 Brooklyn night lights winter river architecture skyline

Thames River Collection: Shell Max House building and the view across Thames River

Shell Max House building and the view across Thames River
UK, London, surreal reflection of old fashioned listed buildings along the bank of River Thames, illuminated at night

Thames River Collection: London From The Air

London From The Air
An aerial view of London showing the Monument (centre), 21st September 1934. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Swans
10th August 1976: Swans in the Thames at Bow Creek. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Fireworks
1st October 1976: Fireworks over the National Theatre and the Thames, London. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Thames River Collection: National Theatre

National Theatre
1976: Fireworks being set off at the site of the National Theatre on the South Bank of the Thames. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Thames River Collection: Battersea Landmark

Battersea Landmark
The Gothic-style towers of Battersea Power Station, on the bank of the River Thames, London, designed by architect Giles Scott. (Photo by Allen/Evening Standard/Getty Images)

River Police
13th October 1976: A police boat at speed on the river Thames in London, with Tower Bridge behind. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Battersea Landmark
30th August 1978: The gothic-style towers of Battersea Power Station, designed by leading architect Giles Scott, on the bank of the river Thames. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Bridge and buildings on urban river

Ornate buildings on urban river

Millennium Bridge lit up at night

Houses of Parliament lit up at dusk

Swans Cleaning
December 1956: Swans groom themselves after swimming through an oil spill on the River Thames. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8941 - Cleaning The Swans - unpub

Thames River Collection: Thames By Night

Thames By Night
A view over the River Thames at night, towards Shell Mex House (centre, right) and the Savoy Hotel (right), during the Festival of Britain, London, 1951

Thames River Collection: Henley Spectators

Henley Spectators
Spectators on houseboats and in canoes during Henley Royal Regatta, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, circa 1900. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Temple Island
A man sitting in a boat on the bank of the Thames at Remenham, Berkshire, circa 1870. Opposite (centre) is Temple Island, with its 18th Century ornamental temple, designed by James Wyatt

Thames River Collection: York Water Gate

York Water Gate
A view of York House on the Thames, with the York Water Gate (also known as Buckingham Watergate) on the right, London, circa 1650

York Water Gate
The York Water Gate (also known as Buckingham Watergate) off the Strand, London, circa 1800. The Italianate structure was built around 1626 as the gateway to York House from the Thames

Thames River Collection: Millbank Prison

Millbank Prison on the site now occupied by the Tate Britain Art Gallery on the north bank of the Thames in London. Designed by Jeremy Bentham, it was built in 1799 and demolished in 1892

Thames River Collection: Cannon Street Station

Cannon Street Station
July 1953: Cannon Street Station, viewed from the River Thames, which is the City terminus of the Southern Region and is also connected to the Underground

Windsor Castle
circa 1950: Windsor Castle, set on a hill above the Thames west of London, is the principal residence of the Royal Family. (Photo by George Pickow/Three Lions/Getty Images)

Thames River Collection: First Festival Lights

First Festival Lights
3rd May 1951: The River Thames is lit up as lights go on in full to mark the opening of the South Bank Festival of Britain Exhibition. (Photo by Ron Burton/Keystone/Getty Images)

Tower Bridge
circa 1955: Tower Bridge, London, from the Thames embankment at Tower of London Walk. (Photo by George Pickow/Three Lions/Getty Images)

Thames River Collection: Houses Of Parliament

Houses Of Parliament
30th May 1954: The Houses of Parliament on the north bank of the River Thames in London. The two visible towers are the Middle Tower (91m/300ft) and the Victoria Tower (102m/336ft)

Albert Bridge
February 1955: The Albert Bridge over the Thames at Chelsea, London, which is to be rebuilt and widened to provide a four-lane highway, part of a 4-year government scheme to improve roads in Britain

Thames River Collection: Strolling Players Go By Boat

Strolling Players Go By Boat
Two members of The Taverners, a company of strolling players, who are taking their production of Shakespeares Twelfth Night to riverside pubs along the Thames, September 1951

Thames River Collection: South Bank Site

South Bank Site
5th March 1957: The proposed site for a hotel on the south bank of the Thames near County Hall. (Photo by Monty Fresco Jnr/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

London From The Air
An aerial view over the Thames in London, with the Palace of Westminster on the north bank (bottom) and County Hall on the opposite bank, August 1957. (Photo by Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Tower Bridge
A floodlit Tower Bridge on the River Thames, London, 13th July 1953. (Photo by Fresco/Topical Press Agency/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Tower Bridge, London 15th November 1946

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The majestic Thames River flows through the heart of London, England, offering a picturesque view of the city's iconic landmarks. As captured by Canaletto in his masterpiece "Thames, " this waterway has witnessed centuries of history and continues to be an integral part of London's identity. Standing proudly along its banks is St Thomas Hospital, a historic institution that has provided care for generations. Just across from it stands the magnificent Houses of Parliament, with Big Ben towering above them all. The sight of Westminster Bridge gracefully spanning the river is truly enchanting. London's rich history comes alive as we remember the devastating Great Fire of 1666. This catastrophic event forever changed the landscape but also paved the way for rebuilding and renewal. Today, Lake Havasu City pays homage to this resilient spirit by housing a relocated piece of London's famous Tower Bridge. Gazing at the City of London skyline from afar reveals architectural marvels like the Walkie Talkie building, Leadenhall building, and The Gherkin. These modern structures blend harmoniously with historical gems such as Wenceslaus Hollars' detailed depiction in "View of London" from 1647, showcasing both Globe Theatre and Bear Garden. Transporting us back to medieval times is none other than the formidable Tower of London. Its imposing presence serves as a reminder not only of its past role as a fortress but also its significance in British history. Artists have long been captivated by these scenes; Andr Derain immortalized Big Ben on canvas in 1906 while Oxford oarsmen rowed tirelessly against this very backdrop. A stroll down Historic Whitehall takes us further into Britain's storied past with grand buildings steeped in tradition and power. And no visit would be complete without admiring Tower Bridge majestically suspended over Thames River – an engineering marvel that symbolizes both strength and beauty. In every corner where Thames River winds its way through London, it tells a tale of resilience, progress, and timeless beauty.