Europe's tallest building nears completion

The Shard rises above London's skyline: Europe's tallest building nears completion

Eighteen months since construction began an imposing new tower, The Shard, cuts a commanding figure over the London skyline. The concrete core is now officially 800 feet tall and can be clearly seen dominating the cityscape with 72 floors now completed

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