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Look Around London - The Gherkin
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31/01/2025
We take a look around one of London’s most visually interesting skyscrapers.
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Let's take another look around London, and today we're heading to the Gherkin.
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Officially known as 30 Cent Mary Axe, the Gherkin is one of London's most distinctive
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skyscrapers, known for its unique curved design that resembles a gherkin or pickle.
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Completed in 2004, it was designed by architect Norman Foster, and stands 180 metres tall.
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The building features a distinctive glass façade, and is known for its energy efficient
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design with a natural ventilation system that reduces the need for air-con.
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The Gherkin is home to offices, restaurants and event spaces, and its observation deck
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offers stunning views over London.
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Its innovative design has made it a symbol of modern architecture in the city's financial
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district, and the nearest tube stations are Liverpool Street on the Central Circle, Hammersmith
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and City and Metropolitan lines, and Aldgate.
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