The Shard
It is twice the height of any other viewing platform in London. It offers visitors 360-degree views.
A Lift takes you up to the 69th floor. Where the observation deck is.
You can see for up to 40 miles on a clear day. It was raining when I was there but cleared up.
It is twice the height of any other viewing platform in London. It offers visitors 360-degree views.
A Lift takes you up to the 69th floor. Where the observation deck is.
You can see for up to 40 miles on a clear day. It was raining when I was there but cleared up.
I have written a blog all about my two-day trip to London. The main reason was to visit the Canadian Embassy but the highlight was my visit to The Shard.
My Granson had told me all about his experience there. He loved it.
My Granson had told me all about his experience there. He loved it.
It took three years to build The Shard. Work starting March 2009 and was complete was on July 2012.
Thanks Howard for a great tour of the sights of London. Very knowledgeable gentleman. Pointed out the Football stadiums.
The building was designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano.
You can see the rain drops on the window. Glad it cleared up.
If you cannot see a lot of the London landmarks because of the weather you are entitled to a free ticket to return.
If you cannot see a lot of the London landmarks because of the weather you are entitled to a free ticket to return.
The Gulf state of Qatar owns most of The Shard.
The Shard has the fastest and highest lift in Britain. Travelling to the top at 16mph.
Visitor toilets have panoramic windows with views of the London skyline and optional electric blinds to give you privacy.