THE SHARD LONDON

AGNÈS: The Shard is one of the most recognised buildings in the world, located in 32
London Bridge St, London town.

Since its opening on 1st February, 2013, The Shard has fast become one of London's most
popular attractions, thanks to the highest viewpoint of the city offering such a nice view over
London at The View from The Shard.

Here are some facts you need to know about this amazing experience.

The monument is 306 metres tall, however if you measure all the way up to the tip, it's 310
metres, easily making it one of the tallest buildings in Europe (the second one, actually). The
viewing platform at The View from The Shard ascends to 244 metres. It was designed by the
renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano.

JÚLIA: In addition to its impressive height, The Shard is also known for its unique design.
The building shows an impressive facade that reflects the changing colors of the sky and
surrounding cityscape, creating a stunning visual effect. The Shard is also home to a variety
of restaurants, bars, offices, and even a hotel, making it a popular destination for both locals
and tourists alike.The viewpoint, located on the 72nd floor, is called The view from the shard
and was inaugurated on February 1, 2013.

The average elevator speed at The Shard is 6 meters per second. This makes the ride to the
top smooth and very fast. You will feel butterflies in your stomach and your ears will creak.
The price for the general ticket is 28 pounds, which we think is a very reasonable price for
such a great experience.

In conclusion, we think that you should visit The Shard if you ever go to London,because it is
a way of knowing a lot about the city just by seeing the whole.
So, if you ever step a foot in London, it is a great activity to do.