Lockdown Collection

Old town of Evora, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Portugal

GOLF CORONAVIRUS MELBOURNE
Recreational golfers drive one cart each as they play on a bayside golf course in Melbourne, Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Australia will be placed into an even tighter lockdown from midnight

Lockdown
Francesca Ferrari

VICTORIA CORONAVIRUS COVID-19
People are seen exercising near the MCG in Melbourne, Friday, July 17, 2020. (aP Image/Daniel Pockett)

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Harrow. An H10 London bus to Northwick Park Hospital during the Covid-19 lockdown, showing the bus driver wearing a protective face mask

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Norwood Playing Field, Parkhall Road, Somersham, Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire. A view looking across the empty childrens playground at Norwood Playing Field, during the Covid-19 lockdown

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Norwood Playing Field, Parkhall Road, Somersham, Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire. A view looking across the empty childrens playground at Norwood Playing Field, during the Covid-19 lockdown

Tranquil little square in the old town of Evora with jacaranda trees. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Alentejo. Portugal

Praaza do Giraldo, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Evora, Portugal
PraAza do Giraldo, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Evora, Portugal

Oak trees in the Arrabida Nature Park. Palmela, Portugal (MR)

Tranquil walking trail along Serra do Louro mountain range, Arrabida Nature Park. Palmela, Portugal (MR)

Elevated view over Freedom Parkway and the Downtown Atlanta skyline, Georgia, United States of America

Lockdown
Fernando Alves

The Tornado
Aron Tien

Lincoln after 1905 typhoid epedemic
Lincoln High Street after Lockdown ended in 1905. The city was hit by a major typhoid epidemic between November 1904 and August 1905

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Making a Stir
The war is just over and on the back of the card Mr Churchill says Advance Britannia! Long live the cause of Freedom! God save the King

Lockdown Life
Rashida Keenan

COVID - 19
Giuseppe Galli

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Gaia Rampon

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"Lockdown: A Global Pause Unveils Hidden Gems and Altered Routines" Amidst the chaos of a world grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns have become an inevitable reality. Yet, within these restrictions lie glimpses of resilience and adaptation that transcend borders. From the ancient streets of Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Portugal, to Melbourne's serene Fitzroy Gardens transformed into a haven for exercise during COVID times – our lives have taken an unexpected turn. In Melbourne, where golf courses once echoed with laughter and camaraderie, they now stand deserted as nature reclaims its space. The silence is deafening as golfers yearn for their beloved sport amidst this coronavirus-induced solitude. Meanwhile, London's iconic red buses continue to traverse empty streets like silent guardians witnessing history unfold. But it is not just physical spaces that bear witness to this new normal; places of worship too adapt to ensure safety while preserving faith. In Dhaka's Baitul Mukarram Mosque, Friday prayers are held with social distancing measures in place – a poignant reminder that even in moments of devotion, we must prioritize public health. As routines shift and priorities realign during these unprecedented times, communities worldwide find solace in outdoor spaces like playing fields which offer respite from confinement. These fields transform into sanctuaries where families gather (while adhering to guidelines) to breathe fresh air and rediscover simple joys amidst uncertainty. While lockdown may confine us physically, it cannot contain our spirit or creativity. As we navigate through these uncharted waters together – whether exploring virtual tours of historic sites or finding innovative ways to connect virtually – humanity adapts and finds beauty even amid adversity. So let us embrace this global pause as an opportunity for self-reflection and appreciation for what truly matters - family bonds strengthened by video calls across continents; friendships nurtured through heartfelt messages; communities united by acts of kindness towards the vulnerable.