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Albany, New York City Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ANY1T
This panoramic photograph of Albany was taken by James Blakeway. The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza is the brightly lit complex that houses many of New York's state offices. The tallest building is the 44-story Corning Tower. The Meeting Center, referred to as the "Egg", is the only curvilinear building in the complex and contains two auditoriums. Henry Hudson, for whom the Hudson River is named, discovered Albany while seeking a shorter route to the far-east in 1609. The city, first settled by the Dutch in 1624, became the capital of the state of New York in 1797.
Annapolis, Maryland Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ANN1T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Annapolis was taken by James Blakeway. It features the historic downtown area of Annapolis as seen from over Chesapeake Bay. To the right of downtown is the US Naval Academy. Built in 1845, the US Naval Academy fronts on the Severn River and the Chesapeake Bay. Centered downtown is the Maryland State Capitol. Founded in 1645, Annapolis once served as the Capital of the United States. Architecturally, Annapolis boasts some of the finest 17th and 18th Century buildings in the country, including the residences of all four Maryland signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Atlanta, Georgia Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ATL5T
This panoramic photograph of downtown Atlanta was taken by James Blakeway. Featured at the far left is the Georgia Dome, home to the Atlanta Falcons football team. Continuing right is the curved roof of Phillips Arena, home of the Atlanta Hawks basketball team. Atlanta ’s tallest building is Bank of America Plaza with its brightly lit pyramid-shaped top. To its right is SunTrust Plaza , with a single bright light atop its tiered crown. Westin Peachtree Plaza , the cylindrical glass building, was once the tallest hotel in the world. The Georgia State Capitol, with its gold dome, is visible on the right side of this panorama.
Atlanta, Georgia Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ATL6T
This panoramic photograph of Atlanta was taken by James Blakeway. The brightly lit building with the three tiers is Georgia Pacific Tower. To its right is 191 Peachtree Tower, crowned with lighted columns. Westin Peachtree Plaza with its brightly lit crown is partially visible behind 191 Peachtree Tower and was once the tallest hotel in the world. Further to the right is the 60-story SunTrust Plaza , which is identifiable by its single, bright light at its top. Further right is Atlanta ’s tallest building, Bank of America Plaza, with its brightly lit pyramidal roof. To the far right is the area referred to as Midtown which is home to many of Atlanta ’s skyscrapers.
Atlanta, Georgia Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ATL7T
This aerial panorama of Atlanta was taken by James Blakeway. It features a view of the expansive downtown metropolitan area with the Georgia Dome, home of the Atlanta Falcons football team, to the far right. Pictured right of center, in the foreground, is the corporate headquarters building of The Coca-Cola Company. To its left, is the sprawling campus of the Georgia Institute of Technology. Centered in the photograph in the distance is Stone Mountain, a huge granite monolith, with a deep carving memorializing the leaders of the Confederacy. On the left side of the photograph, in the distance, is the popular uptown area known as Buckhead.
Atlanta, Georgia Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ATL8T
This twilight panorama of Atlanta, Georgia, was taken by James Blakeway. On the left side of the panorama is the area known as Midtown. The three tallest buildings in Midtown, from left to right, are Promenade II, 1180 Peachtree (commonly referred to as Symphony Tower), and One Atlantic Center. The tallest building on the right side of the panorama is Bank of America Plaza, with its brightly lit, pointed roof. To the far right is the Georgia Dome with its white fiberglass fabric roof, home to the Atlanta Falcons football team. Atlanta was incorporated in 1845 and, today, is a major business city and transportation hub, with the busiest airport in the world.
Atlanta, Georgia- Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: ATL4T
This spectacular twilight panoramic photograph of downtown Atlanta was taken by James Blakeway. Featured to the far left is the Georgia Dome, home to the Atlanta Falcons Football Team and the location of many 1996 Olympic events. Centered in the photograph is the Georgia State Capitol with its gold-domed roof. It is a major transportation and manufacturing point.
Austin, Texas Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: AUS2T
This panoramic photograph of Austin was taken by Christopher Gjevre. It features a twilight view of downtown Austin which is nestled along Town Lake, a reservoir on the Colorado River. This rapidly expanding metropolis is the capital of Texas and home to the University of Texas. The tallest building in Austin is Frost Bank Tower with its brightly lit crown. To its right, in the distance, is the Texas State Capitol with its domed roof. University of Texas Tower is the brightly lit tower to the right of the capitol. Known for its vibrant live music scene, Austin is the 4th largest capital city and the 17th largest city in the United States.
Baltimore, Maryland Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: BAL2T
This panoramic photograph of Baltimore was taken by James Blakeway and features a twilight view of downtown Baltimore and the Inner Harbor. Located at the far left, only two blocks from Babe Ruth's birthplace, is Oriole Park at Camden Yards, home to the Baltimore Orioles baseball team. Centered in the photograph along the Inner Harbor is the area known as Harborplace, a retail shopping, restaurant, and entertainment area. Baltimore, the largest city in Maryland, has many historic neighborhoods and landmarks including the U.S. Frigate Constellation, the last tall-ship built by the navy.
Boston, Massachusetts Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: BOS1T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Boston was taken by James Blakeway. To the left of center is the downtown Boston financial district and to the right of center is the historic North End and the Old North Church with its white steeple. To the right of the North End is the Charles River with Cambridge, Massachusetts in the distance. Just left of the bridge spanning the Charles River is Boston’s Fleet Center, home to the Boston Celtics basketball team and the Boston Bruins hockey team. Centered in the distance is the area known as Back Bay. The American Revolution began in Boston in 1770, when British troops fired on an angry mob
Boston, Massachusetts Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: BOS4T
This panoramic photograph of Boston was taken by James Blakeway. Most prominent in this image is the Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge, the widest cable-stayed bridge in the world, which crosses the Charles River. Behind the left bridge tower is the TD Banknorth Garden, home to the Boston Celtics basketball team and the Boston Bruins hockey team. Behind the right bridge tower is John Hancock Tower, the tallest building in Boston. Boston is rich with United States history; the American Revolution began here in 1770 when British troop fired on an angry mob, killing six citizens.
Charleston, South Carolina Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CHS1T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Charleston was taken by James Blakeway. It features a spectacular view of Charleston as seen looking across the mouth of the Ashley River where it empties into Charleston Harbor. Centered in the distance is the U.S.S. Yorktown (CV-10), commissioned in 1943 and named after the famous U.S.S. Yorktown (CV-5) sunk at Midway. The oldest city in South Carolina, Charleston is famous for its picturesque streets, houses, and other 18th Century monuments. It was also the scene of the first incident of the Civil War, the firing on Fort Sumter. On the waterfront, toward the right tip of the peninsula, is White Point Gardens, where many Civil War cannons are displayed. Charleston is a major regional port and manufacturing center.
Charlotte, North Carolina Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CHAR2T
This panoramic photograph was taken by James Blakeway and features a twilight view of downtown Charlotte. On the far right is Bank of America Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers football team. Charlotte's tallest building is the 60-story Bank of America Corporate Center. To its left, with the flared top, is the 47-story Hearst Tower. At the far left, with its brightly-lit roof, is Odell Plaza. Charlotte is the largest city in North Carolina and the number one tourist destination in the Carolinas. It has become a major American financial center and is an important service and distribution point for the Southeast.
Chicago, Illinois (Black & White) Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: BWCHI8T
This aerial panorama of Chicago was taken over Lake Michigan by James Blakeway. On the far left, almost fully surrounded by water, is the Adler Planetarium. Further up the shoreline is the John G. Shedd Aquarium, the world’s largest aquarium for most of the 20th century. Just inland is The Field Museum of Natural History named after Marshall Field, the wealthiest and most powerful businessman in Chicago during the late 19th century. Further left is Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears football team. Centered with its twin antennas is the 110-floor Willis Tower, formerly known as Sears Tower. Grant Park is also center, featuring the spectacular Buckingham Fountain. To the far right is Navy Pier.
Chicago, Illinois Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CHI10T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Chicago was taken by James Blakeway. Featured on the far left is Shedd Aquarium with Grant Park to its right, which lies on the waterfront behind the marina. Left of center is Willis Tower, Chicago’s tallest building with its multiple antennae and 110-floors. In the center of the photograph is the Chicago River adjacent to the 92-story Trump International Hotel and Tower. Upon completion in 2009, Trump Tower was the second tallest building in the United States with a height of 1,362 feet. In the foreground is Navy Pier, a popular visitor destination featuring shops, restaurants and a Ferris wheel ride.
Chicago, Illinois Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CHI11T
This panorama of Chicago was taken by James Blakeway. It features a stunning twilight view of downtown Chicago, the center of the third largest metropolitan area in the United States. The three tallest buildings are, from left to right, John Hancock Center in the distant left, the Trump International Hotel and Tower in the center of the picture, and Willis Tower with its pronounced twin antenna (formerly named and still commonly referred to as the Sears Tower). Chicago’s skyline is considered one of the world’s most impressive, along with New York City and Hong Kong. Chicago is a major port and the industrial, commercial, financial, and cultural center of the Midwest.
Chicago, Illinois Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CHI9T
This twilight panorama of downtown Chicago was taken by James Blakeway. On the far left, reflecting on a partially frozen Lake Michigan is Shedd Aquarium. Moving right is the tallest building in Chicago, the Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower. It is easily identified by its multi-tiered design and two communication antennas. At the time of its completion in 1974, it was the tallest building in the world and held this rank for nearly 25 years. Further right in the background with a single antenna, is the second tallest building, Trump International Hotel and Tower. Aon Center, the tallest building to the right of Trump Tower, is the third tallest building in Chicago.
Chicago, Illinois- Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CHI2T
This panoramic photograph of Chicago was taken by Christopher Gjevre. It features a twilight view of downtown Chicago as seen from Lake Michigan, the third largest of the Great Lakes and the only Great Lake entirely in the United States. The tallest building on the left is the 1454-foot, 110 floor Sears Tower. The tallest building on the right is the John Hancock building. The Ferris wheel is located on the popular Navy Pier. Chicago was incorporated in 1837 and quickly became a major grain exporter. Industries followed and the railroads fanned out from the city to deliver Chicago’s goods throughout the nation.
Cincinnati, Ohio Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CIN1BT
This panoramic photograph was taken by James Blakeway. It features downtown Cincinnati as seen looking across the Ohio River. On the right is Great American Ballpark, home of the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. Centered in the panorama is Paul Brown Stadium, home to the Cincinnati Bengals football team. Cincinnati's tallest building is the 49-story Carew Tower. PNC Tower, with its pyramid-shaped roof, was finished in 1913 and was the fifth tallest building in the world when completed. The bridges crossing the Ohio River from left to right include the Brent Spence Bridge, Clay Wade Bailey Bridge, Roebling Suspension Bridge, Central Bridge, L&N Bridge and the Dan Carter Beard Bridge.
Cincinnati, Ohio Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CIN4T
This panorama of Cincinnati was taken by James Blakeway. It features downtown Cincinnati situated on the Ohio River, with Covington, Kentucky, in the foreground. On the left, located on the shore of the Ohio River, is Paul Brown Stadium, home to the Cincinnati Bengals football team. To its right is the bright blue John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge. Built in 1866, it was then the longest suspension bridge in the world. Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds baseball team, is identifiable by its red seats. Directly behind the ball park is the tallest building in Cincinnati, the Great American Tower at Queen City Square. The Ohio River runs along the entire southern border of Ohio and is the largest tributary, by volume, of the Mississippi River.
Cleveland, Ohio Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: CLEV1BT
This panoramic photograph of downtown Cleveland was taken by Christopher Gjevre. At the far left, visible along Lake Erie, is Cleveland Browns Stadium, home to the Cleveland Browns football team. Located behind the stadium is the brightly-lit Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. At the right of the photograph is Jacobs Field, the 42,000-seat home of the Cleveland Indians baseball team. To the left of Jacobs Field is Gund Arena, home of the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team. Cleveland is strategically located for transportation and commerce because of its excellent harbors, making it one of the busiest ports on the Great Lakes.
Dallas, Texas Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DAL1AT
This panoramic photograph of Dallas was taken by James Blakeway. It features downtown Dallas with its modern architecture and vibrant designs. At the left is JPMorgan Chase Tower with a tunnel through its top. Moving right is Trammell Crow Tower with its pyramid shaped roof. Further right is Fountain Place with its triangular pitch roof. Green argon highlights the Bank of America Plaza, Dallas' tallest building at 72 floors. Reunion Tower, at the far right houses a hotel and revolving restaurant. While Dallas is often associated with oil, it has become one of the largest business and cultural centers in the Southwest.
Dallas, Texas Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DAL1BT
This panoramic photo of Dallas was taken by James Blakeway. It features a twilight view of downtown Dallas with its modern architecture and vibrant designs. The building with the tunnel through its top is JP Morgan Chase Tower. To its right with its pyramid-shaped roof is Trammell Crow Tower. Just right of center is the brightly lit American Airlines Center, home to the Dallas Stars hockey team and the Dallas Mavericks basketball team. Behind American Airlines Center is Fountain Place with its triangular roof. Continuing right with its bright, white spires and turrets is Renaissance Tower. The 72-story Bank of America Plaza, with its green argon highlights is Dallas’ tallest building. At the far right is Reunion Tower.
Dallas, Texas- Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DAL2T
This panoramic photograph was taken by James Blakeway and features a late day view of downtown Dallas. Featured on the left is Texas Commerce Tower with a tunnel through the top. Moving right is Trammel Crow Center has the pyramid shaped and Fountain Place with its triangular shaped roof. Further right is Nations Bank Plaza, and at 72 floors, is the tallest in Dallas. To the far right is Reunion Tower which houses a hotel and revolving restaurant. Dallas began as a trading post in 1841 and has become one of the Southwest's largest business and cultural centers. The 1930 discovery of oil southwest of the city brougt much of the growth and prosperity to the area.
Denver, Colorado Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DEN3T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Denver was taken by Stephen Gjevre. It features a breathtaking view of downtown Denver with the spectacular snow-capped Rocky Mountains in the background. Located on the left is, INVESCO Field at Mile High, home to the Denver Broncos football team. Located in front of INVESCO Field, with its gold-domed roof, is the Colorado state capitol. The tallest building in Denver, located on the left, is Republic Plaza. Next to Republic Center, Wells Fargo Center is nicknamed the “cash register” due to its unique crown. Coors Field, on the right, is home to the Colorado Rockies baseball team.
Denver, Colorado Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DEN4T
This panoramic photograph of downtown Denver was taken by Christopher Gjevre. Located at the far left is Coors Field, home to the Colorado Rockies baseball team. The tower, Ferris wheel, and roller coaster are part of Six Flags Elitch Gardens. Behind the roller coaster is Pepsi Center, home of the Denver Nuggets basketball team and Colorado Avalanche hockey team. Centered in the panorama is Invesco Field at Mile High, home of the Denver Broncos. Located on the right side is Denver's tallest building, the 56-story Republic Plaza. At the far right is Colorado's State Capitol.
Detroit, Michigan Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DET2T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Detroit was taken by James Blakeway. Detroit sits on the Detroit River across from the Canadian city of Windsor, Ontario. The tallest building is Marriott Renaissance Center, the tall cylindrical building surrounded by four tall office buildings that make up the Renaissance Center complex. The large stadium with the sloped roof is Ford Field, home to the Detroit Lions football team. Directly behind Ford Field is Comerica Park, home to the Detroit Tigers baseball team. The Tigers’ previous ballpark, Tiger Stadium, can be seen in the distance with its white exterior. Detroit is known as “the automobile capital of the world.”
Detroit, Michigan Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DET3T
This panoramic photograph was taken by James Blakeway and features a twilight view of downtown Detroit. Detroit is located on the northwest shore of the Detroit River between Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair. The Detroit River is the busiest inland waterway in the world. Featured slightly left of center in the panorama is Joe Louis Arena, home of the Detroit Red Wings hockey team. On the far right is Detroit's tallest building, GM Renaissance Center, which consists of four 39-story office towers surrounding a central 73-story hotel. The round building along the river is Cobo Arena, which sits adjacent to Cobo Conference and Exhibition Center.
Duluth, Mn Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: DUL1T
This aerial panoramic photograph of Duluth was taken by James Blakeway. It features Duluth, located on the shore of Lake Superior, during the autumn leaf color change. On the left of the panorama is Duluth's famous Aerial Lift Bridge. It was first built in 1905 as an aerial transfer bridge with a huge gondola that could carry 60 tons of traffic including people, automobiles and horse drawn wagons. In 1929, the bridge was modified to support a vertical lift bridge to accommodate the increasing population and tourists. The city's harbor welcomes over 1000 freighters annually which can be viewed up close from Duluth's Canal Park.
Hartford, Connecticut Skyline Picture - Panoramic Picture
SKU: HART1BT
This aerial panoramic photograph of Hartford was taken by James Blakeway. It features Hartford as seen looking across the Connecticut River. The tallest building in the center of the photograph is City Place One. The next tallest structure to its left is Travelers Tower, which was completed in 1919 and was New England’s tallest building for many years. The gold-domed Connecticut State Capitol is visible left of Travelers Tower. The bridge to the far right is Bulkeley Bridge, which was built in 1908. Mark Twain, the prolific American author, resided in Hartford from 1871 to 1891. During this very creative time, he wrote classics such as Life on The Mississippi and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
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