Like all living things, cities have lifespans. London started as a small Roman settlement along the Thames River. Initially encompassing just a few families, today, more than 8.6 million people call the place home. So take a moment to take a journey. Here are is a series of maps, paintings, and old-time photographs that show the journey of the British capital from the past to today.
Remarkable Images of London Show the City's Evolution Over Nearly 2,000 Years
These images show the impact of time.
10. 17. 17 by Business Insider
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