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Second Severn Crossing N010002
SECOND SEVERN CROSSING, M4 Motorway, Severn Beach, South Gloucestershire. View of the bridge at sunset. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 655988
Filename: aa017600.jpg
Size: 4525 x 3800 (21.9MB)
Date: 3rd December 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
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Basking in the ethereal glow of a sunset sky, the Second Severn Crossing stands as a testament to human engineering and resilience. Captured in this stunning photograph by James O Davies, the M4 motorway bridge spans the River Severn, connecting South Wales and England. The dark, imposing structure is illuminated by the warm hues of the setting sun, casting long shadows over the tranquil waters below. The Second Severn Crossing, completed in 1996, replaced the original Severn Bridge and revolutionized transportation in the region. Its distinctive, sleek design and innovative construction techniques have made it a beloved landmark and a symbol of progress. As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, the sky transforms into a breathtaking canvas of pink, orange, and gold. The clouds, painted with the vibrant colors of the sunset, add an otherworldly quality to the scene. The bridge, bathed in the soft, diffused light, appears almost otherworldly itself, as if suspended between the earth and the heavens. This photograph captures the essence of the Second Severn Crossing at its most enchanting. It invites us to pause and reflect on the beauty of our surroundings, and to marvel at the ingenuity of the human spirit that built such a magnificent structure. Whether you're a local or a traveler passing through, this view is a reminder of the awe-inspiring power of nature and the enduring allure of the natural world.
