Standing at the top of the Empire State Building in the late December chill, Berenice Abbott knew she only had one chance.

Photos: New York City From Above, 1906. By . Jen Carlson. Published Jun 26, 2013. Modified Jun 27, 2013. Share ... Atlantic City, from the Lawrence Captive Airship, 800 feet above boardwalk, 1909 ...

Rio de Janeiro - The Olympic city of Rio de Janeiro is picturesque, particularly from the air with stunning views of the famous Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugar Loaf Mountain and miles of sandy ...

David McNeese/Getty Images for CNN. An aerial view of the destruction caused by the massive tornado that struck areas south of Oklahoma City on Monday, May 20, shows the magnitude of damage left ...

As the city grows, these abstract images remind us, so too the land will change and change again. “Artists think about their projects as ‘works in progress,’” Essick says.

Our city continues to change and develop in some parts, but in others the area is instantly recognisable. How well do you know the city? Can you identify these images from above, taken up to 60 ...

Robert Turek started selling his book "Quincy from Above" on April 5. The book features aerial pictures taken by Turek and shares historic stories of the Gem City.

Can you identify these images from above, taken up to 60 years ago? Take our quiz to find out. You can take as close a look as you need to - there is no time limit and we've even included some ...