23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
London: Construction, Commerce, and the COVID-19 Response
A striking urban panorama captured during the COVID-19 lockdown. Even while much of the city was closed, the relentless pace of construction continued in the foreground, symbolizing a defiant hope. The view shows demolition machinery and new foundations beneath the established skyline, hinting at a new future. This feeling of looking forward is magnified by the presence of a nearby facility that was used as a vaccine site (commercial building in midground), representing a collective step toward recovery.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 01.2021 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | London, United Kingdom |
| Camera: | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
| Copyright: | © Hung Phung QUang |