White City Collection (#2)

Items for sale hanging on the door of a small storefront in old town Ostuni

Painters at work on the White City tote, West London, 1932, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Painters at work on the White City tote, West London, 1932, (1933). The largest tote in the world was erected in the White City stadium in time for the Greyhound Derby of 1932

The Footballers Battalion, London, First World War, 1914-1918, (1933). Creator: Unknown
The Footballers Battalion, London, First World War, 1914-1918, (1933). Enthusiasts of football formed a unit of their own during the opening stages of the War

Congress Hall, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Congress Hall, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Mughal style buildings. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London

Garden of the Floating Isle, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Garden of the Floating Isle, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London

Bostocks Jungle, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Bostocks Jungle, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Frank Bostocks travelling menagerie, a collection of animals, exhibitions and circus acts

Court of Arts, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. Creator: Unknown
Court of Arts, Coronation Exhibition, London, 1911. The Coronation Exhibition, at White City in west London, was held to celebrate the coronation of King George V and Mary of Teck on 22 June 1911

Scenic Railway, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair held in White City, London in 1909

Witching Waves, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair held in White City, London in 1909

Grand Restaurant, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. [Valentine & Sons Ltd, Dundee, London & New York, 1909]

Old English Garden, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair held in White City, London in 1909

Christmas advert for the White City greyhound track, London, 1932. A print from The Sketch, Christmas number, 1932

Skylight of a shopping centre in East London 2
Westfield London is a large shopping centre in White City, London It opened in 2008 and has became the largest covered shopping development in the capital

Skylight of a shopping centre in East London
Westfield London is a large shopping centre in White City, London It opened in 2008 and has became the largest covered shopping development in the capital

Skylight of a shopping centre in East London 3
Westfield London is a large shopping centre in White City, London It opened in 2008 and has became the largest covered shopping development in the capital

A row of taxi cabs waiting to take Automobile Association offiers and patrols to the White City to form the nucleus of a new cyclist battalion, the Army Cyclist Corps, at the start of WWI

Men on ladders painting a small section of the largest tote board in the world which was erected in the White City Stadium, London, England in time for the Greyhound Derby of 1932

The worlds largest typewriter on display at the Business Efficiency Exhibition, White City, London, England in 1931. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Night scene at the Imperial International Exhibition, White City, London, 1909
Impeial International Exhibition, White City, London, 1909. Night Scene. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair and opened on May 20 1909 by the Duke of Argyll and closed in October

Summer Cycling
A crowd of spectators at White City for the 100 km cycle race, an event of the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. (Photo by Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

The Temple of the Entente Cordiale : The Wonderful Franco-British Exhibition
XJF105816 The Temple of the Entente Cordiale : The Wonderful Franco-British Exhibition at Shepherds Bush, from The Illustrated London News, 16th May 1908 (litho) (b/w photo) by Prior

Franco Exhibition
May 1908: Visitors enjoying a boat ride in the Court of Honour at the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Franco-British Fair
circa 1907: The site and start of the construction of the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

White City Dogs
20th June 1927: Charlie Crenston wins the first meeting of the greyhound season at the White City track in Shepherds Bush. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

White City Dogs
20th June 1927: Dogs racing past the crowd during the opening meeting of the greyhound season at the White City track in Shepherds Bush. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Franco-British Fair
June 1908: General view of the Franco-British Exhibition at White City, London, taken from the Flip-Flap allowing all the spectacular buildings to be seen. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

White City Stadium under construction in Shepherds Bush, west London, 1908. Opened in April 1908, the stadium was the venue for the 1908 Franco-British Exhibition and the 1908 Summer Olympics

Wild Wolf
17th June 1950: Greyhound Wild Wolf in action at the White City Stadium, London. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5068 - Wild Wolf Grows Up - pub

Colorful architecture in the White City of Arequipa, Peru

An altar within the Santa Catalina Monastery in the White City of Arequipa, Peru
Altar within Monasterio Santa Catalina in the " White City" of Arequipa, Peru

Graceful archway entrance to Monasterio Santa Catalina in the White City of Arequipa, Peru

Graceful archways of Monestario Santa Catalina in the White City of Arequipa, Peru

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enchanting White City" Step back in time to the vibrant and captivating White City, a place that has witnessed countless iconic moments throughout history. From David Cassidy's electrifying concert at White City Stadium in 1974 to the grandeur of the Court of Honour at the Coronation Exhibition in London, this white city holds tales of excitement and wonder. In 1911, as London hosted the Coronation Exhibition, visitors were greeted by an awe-inspiring sight at Wood Lane entrance - a majestic structure whose creator remains unknown. The illuminated Court of Honour by night was nothing short of breathtaking, casting a magical glow over all who entered its gates. Transport yourself further into history with glimpses from the Franco-British Exhibition held in 1908. Marvel at Waring's exquisite furnishings adorning the Royal Pavilion or be captivated by red-cloaked Irish girls presenting bouquets amidst this enchanting white paradise. The Palace of French Arts stood proudly as royal and presidential carriages lined up outside during its grand opening. But it wasn't just exhibitions that made White City come alive; fashion also took center stage here. Witness hairstyles transformed by perm machines and models showcasing cutting-edge styles that set trends for generations to come. The allure extended beyond mere visuals; it stirred emotions like no other place could. Audience scenes captured hysteria during David Cassidy's concert, where fans' passion reached fever pitch within these hallowed grounds. As we explore these snapshots from different eras, one thing becomes clear - there is something truly special about this white city. Its timeless beauty continues to fascinate us even today, reminding us that behind every photograph lies a story waiting to be unveiled.