After years of meticulous restoration work, the iconic Elizabeth Tower, often mistakenly referred to as Big Ben, now stands proudly as a testament to London's architectural heritage. The recent renovations have beautifully preserved the intricate detailing and grandeur of this historic landmark, ensuring that its timeless charm will continue to captivate both locals and tourists alike for generations to come. As you gaze up at the towering structure, let the melodic chimes of the Great Bell, which is actually named Big Ben, transport you back in time, connecting you with the fascinating history that lies within the Houses of Parliament.

Photographer's notes

This photo was taken on the day of the London Marathon, where we'd just emerged from the incredibly busy Westminster underground station out into the bright light of the day. Elizabeth Tower just gleamed in the sunshine.

The photo was taken with my Ricoh GRiiix which was a joy to use on the day, the first proper outing with the new camera in my pocket. I am going to look forward to future outings with this fantastic little camera. I captured this with just the standard in-camera settings on an f8 aperture, ISO 200. 1/640th of a sec.