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Aerial view from balloon over Hyde Park, London
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Aerial view from balloon over Hyde Park, London
This photograph was taken when the balloon was situated over Hyde Park and is the view observed when looking in the direction of south east. Hyde Park is in the foreground with Park Lane on the left and Rotten Row on the right. A little further up the picture is Hyde Park Corner with Piccadilly running out towards the left of the photograph. The next large open space is Green Park with Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace Garden and St James Park. Further in the distance is Westminster and the Thames will be observed stretching from the Houses of Parliament on the left to Victoria on the right. The Surrey side of the river begins to get lost in the distance. 11 July 1908, 6.25 pm. Altitude 1, 800ft. Balloon Britannia. Date: 1908
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11 July 1908, 6.25 pm: A Captivating Aerial View of Hyde Park, London from Balloon Britannia This awe-inspiring photograph captures an unforgettable moment in London's history, as the sun began to set over the city from the lofty heights of 1,800ft aboard the Balloon Britannia. The image, taken on 11 July 1908, presents a breathtaking aerial perspective of Hyde Park and its surrounding areas, with the park itself in the foreground. To the left lies Park Lane, while Rotten Row runs along the park's eastern border. As the eye travels up the photograph, Hyde Park Corner comes into view, with Piccadilly stretching out to the left. The next expansive open space is Green Park, where Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace Garden, and St James Park can be distinguished. In the distance, the iconic landmarks of Westminster and the Thames come into focus, with the Houses of Parliament marking the left bank and Victoria gracing the right. The Surrey side of the river starts to fade into the distance. The photograph offers a unique vantage point, allowing us to observe the city's urban landscape and its intricate network of roads and parks from an extraordinary perspective. The presence of early aircraft in the sky, such as planes, aeroplanes, and airplanes, adds an extra layer of intrigue to this image, showcasing the intersection of London's rich history and the burgeoning era of air travel. This photograph, taken when the balloon was situated over Hyde Park and looking in the direction of south-east, is a testament to the allure of aerial exploration and the beauty of London from above.
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