Astronaut Tim Peake has taken this amazing picture of London from space

It’s London, but not as you’ve seen it before

Take a look at this spectacular image of London taken by astronaut Tim Peake from the International Space Station.

The picture shows London at night and is so clear you can make out the Thames, and even most main roads.

#London midnight Saturday – I’d rather be up here…but only just!! #toughcallhttps://t.co/DB9LeKgOACpic.twitter.com/RxX7wYc9Zs

— Tim Peake (@astro_timpeake) January 31, 2016

And here’s the UK!

Hey, I recognise that place! https://t.co/3aKgRADbhzpic.twitter.com/sZxt6erYh2

— Tim Peake (@astro_timpeake) January 30, 2016

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