We take a look around one of London’s most visually interesting skyscrapers.
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00:00Let's take another look around London, and today we're heading to the Gherkin.
00:05Officially known as 30 Cent Mary Axe, the Gherkin is one of London's most distinctive
00:09skyscrapers, known for its unique curved design that resembles a gherkin or pickle.
00:15Completed in 2004, it was designed by architect Norman Foster, and stands 180 metres tall.
00:21The building features a distinctive glass façade, and is known for its energy efficient
00:25design with a natural ventilation system that reduces the need for air-con.
00:30The Gherkin is home to offices, restaurants and event spaces, and its observation deck
00:34offers stunning views over London.
00:36Its innovative design has made it a symbol of modern architecture in the city's financial
00:41district, and the nearest tube stations are Liverpool Street on the Central Circle, Hammersmith
00:46and City and Metropolitan lines, and Aldgate.