Urbanization Collection (#3)

Gatwick airport, aerial photograph C016 / 9932
Gatwick airport, aerial photograph. Photographed in 2012

Urbanisation, conceptual artwork F006 / 8687
Urbanisation, conceptual computer artwork

St Pauls Cathedral, aerial photograph
St Pauls Cathedral, London, aerial photograph. Photographed in 2011

Waterloo Station, London, aerial view C017 / 0661
Waterloo Station, London, aerial photograph. Waterloo Station terminal and lines can be seen centre middle towards bottom middle of the image

Birmingham city centre, aerial photograph C016 / 9924
Birmingham city centre, aerial photograph. At centre, middle is the Bullring Shopping Centre. Photographed in 2004

Isle of Dogs, aerial photograph C016 / 9934
Isle of Dogs, London, UK, aerial photograph. The Isle of Dogs in east London includes extensive office buildings around the Canary Wharf Tower (top)

Plant growing through asphalt C015 / 5187
Plant growing through asphalt

Urban landscaping C015 / 5184
Urban landscaping. Trees growing on a skyscraper

Urban landscaping C015 / 5185
Urban landscaping. Trees growing on a skyscraper

Morocco 1985-2011 C013 / 7147
Morocco 1985-2011. Landsat satellite photographs of cities near the Atlantic coast of Morocco. The right hand image, taken in 2011

Binhai, China, 1992-2012 C013 / 7146
Binhai, China, 1992-2012. Landsat satellite photograph of Binhai, China. This city is located on the coast of the Bohai Sea Region southeast of Beijing in China

A street scene in Castine, Maine

Tall apartment buildings next to vineyard at Chateau Changyu-Castel, a joint venture winery on the outskirts of Yantai, Shandong Province, China, Asia

Liverpool, UK, aerial image
Liverpool, UK, aerial photograph. The city of Liverpool occupies the north bank of the Mersey Estuary. Black and white regions are areas of water where no photographs were taken

Coventry, UK, aerial image

Bradford, UK, aerial image

Cardiff, aerial photograph
Cardiff, Wales, UK, aerial photograph. Cardiff, a port on the Bristol channel, is the largest city in Wales and its capital. It has a population of 305, 000 (2001)

London, aerial image
London, UK. Aerial photograph of London, the capital city of the UK. The River Thames is flowing across centre

Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, satellite image. North is at top, water is blue, urban areas are grey, vegetation is green and agricultural areas are brown

London, aerial photograph
London, UK. Aerial photograph of London, the capital city of England and the UK. The River Thames is flowing across centre

Skyscrapers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Arabian Peninsula, Asia

Central Park, New York, USA
Central Park. Aerial photograph of Central Park in Manhatten, New York, USA

Digital city, computer artwork
Digital city. Composite image of a city skyline superimposed with alphanumeric digits

Greater London, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is green, water is blue and urbanised areas are grey and pink. London is the most populous city in the European Union

Colchester, Essex, UK, aerial photograph. North is at top. Colchester is said to be the oldest recorded town in Britain, as it was mentioned as Camulodunum by the Roman writer Pliny the Elder in

Redditch, UK, aerial image. The prominent road running from top to bottom down right is the A441, linking Birmingham to the north (top) with Studley to the south

Shanghai and the Yangtze, 1989. Image to of two. Shanghai, visible as a grey conurbation towards the bottom left, is one of the largest cities in the world

Malmo, satellite image. Water is blue, forest is dark green, agricultural areas are green and brown and urbanised areas are pink

Auckland, New Zealand, satellite image. North is at top, water is blue, shallow coastal areas are light blue, urban areas are grey and vegetation areas are green

Derby, UK, aerial image. The river Derwent flows through the city down right

Urban decay. Damaged vehicle in front of an abandoned block of flats in an inner- city area

Las Vegas, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is green, desert is brown, bare soil is white and water is blue. The lake at far right is Lake Mead, the largest man-made lake in the world

Charleston, South Carolina, USA, satellite image. North is at top, water is blue, shallow coastal areas are light blue, urban areas are grey and vegetation is green

Gateshead, UK, aerial image. This town is on the south bank of the river Tyne (top left). On the north bank is the city of Newcastle

Ancona, Italy, aerial photograph. Ancona is a city and a seaport situated on the Adriatic Sea

Plymouth, UK, aerial image. The city lies on Plymouth Sound (lower frame), one of the largest natural harbours in the world

Kingston upon Hull, UK, aerial image. This city, on the north bank of the Humber estuary (lower right) is commonly known as Hull

Helsinki, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is green, water is blue and urbanised areas are pink and grey. Helsinki is the capital of Finland

Venice, satellite image
Venice and surroundings, satellite image. North is at top. Water is blue, vegetation is green and urbanised areas are orange. The black areas are submerged land

Crawley, UK, aerial image
Crawley, UK, aerial photograph. Crawley is a new town in West Sussex. To its north (top) is London Gatwick Airport, the busiest single-runway airport in the world

View of London, UK at sunset from inside a capsule on the British Airways London Eye (Millenium Wheel). The London Eye opened in 1999 and it is the largest observation wheel in the world

Shanghai and the Yangtze, 2001. Image one of one. Shanghai, visible as a purple grey conurbation towards bottom left, is one of the largest cities in the world

Rotterdam, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is green, water is blue and urban areas are pale blue and pink. Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands

Manchester, UK, aerial image

Cairo, satellite image. North is at top. Vegetation is green, bare and barren ground is cream to white and urbanised areas are grey. Cairo (upper right) is the capital city of Egypt

Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, aerial image
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, satellite image. Several bridges are seen crossing the river Tyne, linking Newcastle on the north bank (top) with Gateshead on the south bank

Trafalgar square, aerial photograph
Trafalgar Square, aerial photograph. Trafalgar Square was designed by Sir Charles Barry to commemorate the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), and building was completed in 1845

Southampton, UK, aerial image. This is a major port city on the south coast. At bottom left is part of the river Test, which flows into Southampton Water

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From Sheffield to Vancouver, Europe to Hong Kong, urbanization paints a mesmerizing tapestry of human progress and development. Aerial images capture the sprawling cityscape of Sheffield, UK, where towering buildings intertwine with green spaces. In Vancouver, Canada, a breathtaking view showcases the harmonious blend of modern architecture against nature's backdrop. The satellite image of Europe at night illuminates the continent like a constellation of bustling cities that never sleep. As dawn breaks over Hong Kong, its iconic skyline emerges from darkness in all its glory - a testament to rapid urban growth and economic prowess. Transporting us back in time, we witness the grandeur of Brooklyn Bridge when it first opened in 1883; an engineering marvel connecting New York City boroughs and symbolizing progress. Satellite images reveal India at night as millions of lights twinkle across vast landscapes - evidence of its thriving metropolises coexisting with ancient traditions. The old town of Modica Italy offers a glimpse into history through narrow streets and charming architecture that have stood the test of time. Returning to Brooklyn Bridge during its inaugural year brings alive the energy and excitement surrounding this vital link between Manhattan and Brooklyn. South America shines brightly under satellite observation as vibrant cities light up the night sky like constellations on another hemisphere. London's satellite image captures its majestic beauty; centuries-old landmarks blending seamlessly with contemporary skyscrapers embodying urban transformation. Reading and Southampton in the UK showcase aerial photographs revealing their unique charm amidst urban expansion. An ever-evolving phenomenon shaping our world – bridging cultures, transforming skylines, fostering innovation while preserving heritage. These glimpses into different corners around the globe remind us that despite our geographical distances or cultural diversity, we are united by our shared pursuit for progress.