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The Old Royal Naval College are buildings that serve as the architectural centrepiece of Maritime Greenwich, [1] a World Heritage Site in Greenwich, London, described by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation as being of "outstanding universal value" and reckoned to be the "finest and most dramatically sited architectural and landscape ensemble in the British ...
The Old Royal Naval College, on the south bank of the river Thames in Greenwich, London, viewed from the north. In the sight line, formed between the two college buildings, is the Queen's House. In the sight line, formed between the two college buildings, is the Queen's House.
English: The Painted Hall is a stunning room in the old Royal Naval College that features beautiful handpainted walls, ceilings and interiors. Painted by British artist Sir James Thornhill the work took 19 years to complete.
The Royal Naval College, Greenwich, was founded by an Order in Council dated 16 January 1873. The establishment of its officers consisted of a president, who was always a flag officer; a captain, Royal Navy; a director of studies; and professors of mathematics, physical science, chemistry, applied mechanics, and fortification.
In 2008, the museum announced that the Israeli shipping magnate Sammy Ofer had donated £20m for a new gallery. [26] Between 2016 and 2017 the National Maritime Museum reported 2.41 million visitors. [27] A major refurbishment of the main galleries, including replacement of the Neptune Court roof, was undertaken in the early 2020s. [28]
English: Wall painting by James Thornhill celebrating George I on the Upper Hall west wall of the Painted Hall in the Old Royal Naval College, (Royal Naval College), in Greenwich, London, England, during the 2017/18 conservation project.
The University of Greenwich is a public university located in London and Kent, United Kingdom.Previous names include Woolwich Polytechnic and Thames Polytechnic. [3]The university's main campus is at the Old Royal Naval College, which along with its Avery Hill campus, is located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Royal Arsenal, Board Room (Old Royal Military Academy) More images Royal Arsenal , the Grand Store (West and South Ranges: Buildings 36 37 and 46; E Range: building 49)