« THE SHARD, LONDON
Want to be 310 meters high in just 30 seconds? Welcome to London’s skyscraper, The Shard. This giant glass pyramid stands at 310 meters and has become a new iconic symbol alongside the historic Tower of London. The name "Shard" translates to "fragment," and it’s no surprise. The completely glass-covered building creates a stunning play of light and shadow. The reflection of sunlight makes the structure resemble a sparkling giant shard of glass in the midst of the English metropolis.
Visitors can view landmarks in detail—there are several binoculars installed on both viewing levels, allowing guests two minutes to explore the intricacies. You can even control the time of day. The panoramic view of London is available in its natural state, as well as in "day" and "night" modes. By focusing on a landmark, you can request brief information about it, learning about a variety of London structures from the BBC building to the Tate gallery. »
Want to be 310 meters high in just 30 seconds? Welcome to London’s skyscraper, The Shard. This giant glass pyramid stands at 310 meters and has become a new iconic symbol alongside the historic Tower of London. The name "Shard" translates to "fragment," and it’s no surprise. The completely glass-covered building creates a stunning play of light and shadow. The reflection of sunlight makes the structure resemble a sparkling giant shard of glass in the midst of the English metropolis.
Visitors can view landmarks in detail—there are several binoculars installed on both viewing levels, allowing guests two minutes to explore the intricacies. You can even control the time of day. The panoramic view of London is available in its natural state, as well as in "day" and "night" modes. By focusing on a landmark, you can request brief information about it, learning about a variety of London structures from the BBC building to the Tate gallery. »
1. St. Paul's Cathedral
2. Buckingham Palace
3. Trafalgar Square
4. Sherlock Holmes Museum
5. Westminster Abbey
Which ones have you been to or would like to visit? »