Laser show opens the Shard
Europe's tallest building, the Shard, is officially opened with a spectacular laser show high above central London.
Five facts about the Shard
The Shard, Europe's tallest skyscraper, was officially opened in London today. Here are some facts about the building:
- Stands at 1016 feet (309.6 metres)
- Covered by 11,000 glass panels with an area of eight football pitches
- Contains 306 flights of stairs and 44 lifts
- The top nine levels are exposed to the elements
- 72 floors contain a mall, offices, restaurants, a hotel, flats and a viewing platform
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Shard laser show opens Europe's tallest building
Europe's tallest building has been officially unveiled in central London with a spectacular laser show across the capital.
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The Shard: Europe's tallest building set for opening
Europe's tallest building, the Shard, will be officially opened later with a spectacular laser show high above central London.