The Gherkin, officially known as 30 St Mary Axe, cost approximately £40 million to construct. Completed in 2004, the building features a distinctive design by architect Norman Foster and has become an iconic part of London's skyline. Its unique shape and energy-efficient design were key factors in its development.
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Typically, a single gherkin weighs around 15-20 grams.
The Gherkin, officially known as 30 St Mary Axe in London, was constructed at a cost of approximately £40 million (around $50 million) when it was completed in 2003. Designed by architect Norman Foster, the building features a unique shape and energy-efficient design. Its distinctive appearance quickly made it an iconic part of London's skyline.
Sir Edward Gherkin
Yes, it is American for gherkin!
Slow Gherkin was created in 1993.
the gherkin was built as an office tower for the government
Gherkin is used to eat. i am inproving this. who Eva wrote this means the building gherkin. otherwise he/she shoulda said gerkin. not THE GHERIN.
a gherkin wrapped in herring is called a rollmop.
Gherkins are small cucumbers of used in cooking or in making gherkin pickles.
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Yes, the term "gherkin" for the small pickled cucumber derives from the Dutch word "gurken," meaning cucumber. The building known as "The Gherkin" in London is named for its distinctive shape, which resembles the form of a gherkin or pickled cucumber. The name reflects both the architectural design and the playful connection to the vegetable.