The Shard

A bird's eye view of progress on the Shard. It started life as London Bridge Tower, designed by Renzo Piano, the Italian architect who also designed the Pomidou Centre in Paris.
Controversial, loved by some hated by others.
It will change London's skyline, becoming the tallest building in the European Union and the 45th highest in the world.
Currently scheduled to be finished in 2012.

Sunday Bridges - Stroll across Sothwark

Currently receiving a new coat of paint. Southwark Bridge is next up river from London Bridge (rail).

Best news today - My suitcase has finally turned up. Lost by the airlines on 23 December! I do hope the man I chatted to at the airport has found his. His went astray on 18 December.

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Sunday Bridges - Southwark Bridge

Southwark Bridge has the longest iron span ever made 240 ft (73 mtrs).

Also gets a mention in a couple of Charles Dickens books, Little Dorrit and Our Mutual Friend.

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