Why was The Shard built?

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1. Why was The Shard built?
2. When was London Shard built?
3. What is The Shard building in London used for?
4. How did The Shard get its name?
5. Does the shard have a nickname?
6. How much does the shard cost?
7. How much does the Shard cost?
8. How old is the Shard in London?
9. How much does The Shard cost?
10. What is The Shard famous for?
11. Does the Shard have a nickname?
12. What is the tallest in London?
13. What is a nickname for a London skyscraper?
14. Can you get into the Shard for free?
15. Which is better the shard or London Eye?
16. Is the Shard free?
17. Is the Eiffel tower higher than the Shard?
18. What are the 4 tallest buildings in London?
19. What is the nickname of the Shard?
20. Is the Shard expensive?

Why was The Shard built?

The developer and joint owner of the Shard, Irvine Sellar, decided that he wanted to initiate a new kind of building: a diverse place that provides multiple areas offering different public experiences. ... The most fundamental concept of Piano's vision was that the building should represent lightness and transparency.

When was London Shard built?

16. März 2009 The Shard/Baubeginn

What is The Shard building in London used for?

Hotel Büro The Shard/Funktion

How did The Shard get its name?

The architect Renzo Piano wanted The Shard to resemble a church spire, inspired by a painting of London by 18th-century Venetian painter Canaletto as well as the masts of sailing ships. ... The name The Shard was got in perhaps the most unusual way - a piece of critisism.

Does the shard have a nickname?

The Shard, 309.6 metres Western Europe's tallest building toyed with a number of names and nicknames — London Bridge Tower, the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge — before settling down on simply The Shard.

How much does the shard cost?

The Shard
Completed	July 2012
Opening	1 February 2013
Cost	~£435,023,452 (contract cost only)
Owner	State of Qatar (95%) Sellar Property Group (5%)

How much does the Shard cost?

The Shard
Completed	July 2012
Opening	1 February 2013
Cost	~£435,023,452 (contract cost only)
Owner	State of Qatar (95%) Sellar Property Group (5%)

How old is the Shard in London?

12c. The Shard/Alter

How much does The Shard cost?

The Shard
Completed	July 2012
Opening	1 February 2013
Cost	~£435,023,452 (contract cost only)
Owner	State of Qatar (95%) Sellar Property Group (5%)

What is The Shard famous for?

The Shard is the tallest building in the UK and Western Europe; the fourth tallest building in Europe and the 96th tallest building in the world - with the Burj Khalifa topping the list at 828 metres high.

Does the Shard have a nickname?

The Shard, 309.6 metres Western Europe's tallest building toyed with a number of names and nicknames — London Bridge Tower, the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge — before settling down on simply The Shard.

What is the tallest in London?

The Shard Buildings

Rank	Name	Height
1	The Shard	306 m / 1,004 ft
2	22 Bishopsgate	278. ft
3	One Canada Square	2 ft
4	Landmark Pinnacle	233. ft

What is a nickname for a London skyscraper?

London's Cheeky Skyscrapers : Parallels London's most modern skyscrapers have their formal names. But they are also given irreverent nicknames like "The Cheese Grater" and "The Prawn."

Can you get into the Shard for free?

Of course, you'll be paying for food and/or drink, but entry to the Shard will be free.

Which is better the shard or London Eye?

Overall the Shard offers the superior views compared to the London Eye. Not only is The Shard over 100m taller than the Eye, allowing you to see much further than any other viewing point in the city.

Is the Shard free?

Of course, you'll be paying for food and/or drink, but entry to the Shard will be free.

Is the Eiffel tower higher than the Shard?

At 308 metres the Shard is widely quoted as now being the tallest building in Europe. But while the main body of the Eiffel Tower is only 300 metres tall, it stands at 324 metres once you add the base and television antenna.

What are the 4 tallest buildings in London?

Tallest buildings and structures

Rank	Name	Floors
1	The Shard	87
2	22 Bishopsgate	62
3	One Canada Square	50
4	Landmark Pinnacle	75

What is the nickname of the Shard?

Salt Cellar aka The Shard The Shard, previously known as London Bridge Tower, the Shard of Glass and 32 London Bridge is a skyscraper in Southwark, London. It is the tallest building in the European Union and the 45th tallest building in the world.

Is the Shard expensive?

It's not a budget attraction and therefore there are no "deals". Enjoy the views and eat elsewhere if you have a small budget.