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The UK has a lot to offer the keen photographer, from its historic architectures to the rolling hills out in the country side. Buckingham Palace: There is certainly no challenge in taking a photo of the palace itself (though the gate and fencing do get in the way if you don't get close enough). Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament: This is one of the most famous landmarks in the UK. Situated by the the river Thames and adjoining Westminster bridge Big Ben (St. Stevens Tower) can be easily seen in the surrounding area. Choose your time of day to take photos carefully as this will determine the results you capture. Taking photos in the morning will give a warm looking rendition to the brick work of the tower and parliament building. With the sun high up in the sky heavy shadows are cast which help to reveal the very detailed architecture that may not be so obvious during earlier or latter part of the day. Dramatic images can be captured in the evening if there is sufficient clear sky. The dark blue sky will contrast nicely against the floodlit architecture of the tower. Trafalgar Square: This Square has changed some what over the last 8 years. It's no longer surrounded by traffic as the road between it and the National Gallery has now been pedestrianised. This has lead to numerous events being staged at the square. It is worth keeping and eye on the events happening at Trafalgar Square. Piccadilly Circus: This is always a busy area full of both people and traffic. It is definitely at its best in the evenings when the neon lights stand out more. It is definitely not the place to try and set up a tripod unless you are across the road from the neon displays. St. Paul's Cathedral: This world famous cathedral has undergone restoration both internally and externally. The architecture inside is breath taking but unfortunately photography is not permitted. Taking the spiral stairs will lead you past the whispering gallery to the external balconies where great panoramic view of London can be seen. Although photography within the cathedral is forbidden the exterior is of sufficient interest due to its architecture to give motivation to anyone with a camera to want to take photos. It is certain worth spending time to walk around the surrounding area to get the best view points to shoot from. A popular location to shoot from is from the Millenium Bridge. Tower Bridge: Probably the most most famous bridge in London. Tower is within easy walking distance from London Bridge Underground station. Strangely, this bridge offers a lot of photographic possibilities. Either capture it in its entirety or pick out the detail under different lighting conditions. St. James Park: Great shots can be achieve at this park during late spring / early summer. Neighbouring Buckingham Palace, it a great arrangement of flowers that will attract anyone interested in flowers and those looking for a great place to take the family holiday photos. Take time to walk around the whole of the park to enjoy all it has to offer. Kew Gardens: Perhaps the king of botanic gardens. Kew Gardens has so many plants, flowers and trees on show to keep the photographer busy the whole day. The gardens are revised frequently to ensure that returning visitors have something different to see the following year. There is something worth seeing 365 days of the year though spring and autumn perhaps reveal the gardens at there best. |
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