An elevated view captures the north bank of the River Thames in London, United Kingdom, under an overcast sky

An elevated view captures the north bank of the River Thames in London, United Kingdom, under an overcast sky. In the mid-ground, the Palace of Westminster, a large Gothic Revival structure with numerous spires and facades, dominates the skyline. The prominent Elizabeth Tower, housing Big Ben, is visible towards the right side of the Palace, displaying a clock face indicating approximately 10:15. A tall white construction crane is situated behind and to the right of the Elizabeth Tower. Further right, Westminster Bridge spans the Thames, with a white bus and other vehicles traversing it. Distant buildings are visible on the far bank. In the foreground, a multi-sectional floating pier system is present on the murky brown river water. This includes two dark, square-shaped, pile-supported structures. A dark-colored, hexagonal-roofed floating building, clearly labeled "THAMES CRUISES" on its roof, is moored to the left of the central support structure. This building features windows and a red lifebuoy on its exterior. A dark, lattice-structured gangway extends diagonally from the central support towards the right side of the frame, likely connecting to another pier section or the riverbank. No individuals are clearly discernible in the foreground, though vehicles are visible on the distant bridge. The trees lining the north bank of the Thames appear bare.