LONDRES, Royaume-Uni — Tower Bridge, un symbole emblématique de Londres, traverse la Tamise près de la Tour de Londres. Le pont de bascule et de suspension, achevé en 1894, est une merveille de l'ingénierie victorienne et un important monument historique, attirant des touristes du monde entier.
3351 x 5007 px | 28,4 x 42,4 cm | 11,2 x 16,7 inches | 300dpi
Date de la prise de vue:
30 septembre 2007
Lieu:
Tower Bridge, London, United Kingdom
Informations supplémentaires:
Tower Bridge, situated in London, United Kingdom, is a magnificent and iconic symbol of the city, spanning the River Thames near the historic Tower of London. Completed in 1894, this combined bascule and suspension bridge is a marvel of Victorian engineering and design, featuring striking Gothic Revival architecture by Sir Horace Jones and John Wolfe Barry. The bridge is comprised of two towers connected by upper walkways and a lower roadway that can be raised to allow river traffic to pass through. The towers and walkways not only serve as an essential transportation route but also house the Tower Bridge Exhibition, a popular tourist attraction that tells the story of the bridge's history, design, and construction. Visitors can explore the exhibition and enjoy panoramic views of London from the high-level walkways, which now feature glass floors for a thrilling and unique perspective. Tower Bridge has become an enduring symbol of London's rich history and architectural prowess, attracting millions of tourists each year. In addition to its historical and architectural significance, Tower Bridge serves as a vital transportation link between the City of London on the north bank and Southwark on the south bank. The bridge remains a functioning part of London's infrastructure, illustrating the enduring ingenuity and vision of its Victorian creators.
