Architectural Marvel: The Eiffel Tower, also known as La Tour Eiffel in French, was designed by the French engineer Gustave Eiffel and his construction company for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) held in Paris to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.
It was the tallest man-made structure until 1930.
Constructed in just over two years, using over 18,000 iron parts.
The tower is painted every seven years with about 60 tons of paint.
Initially intended to be temporary, it became a radio transmission tower.
The iron lattice structure allows the tower to sway in the wind.
Equipped with elevators, including the original hydraulic lifts.
Illuminated by sparkling lights at night since 1985.
A global symbol of France, it attracts millions of visitors annually.
A global symbol of France, it attracts millions of visitors annually.
It has featured in numerous films, books, and works of art.
It has featured in numerous films, books, and works of art.