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Nov 22, 2021 · The Iron Lady is the most common nickname for the Eiffel Tower. But why the Eiffel Tower? When the project was put together in 1885, it was called “the 300-Meter Iron Tower”, but that soon became “Mr Eiffel’s Tower”, then “the Eiffel Tower”, after its prestigious creator, Gustave Eiffel.
- The OFFICIAL Eiffel Tower Website
Jan 15, 2024 · World icon and quintessential symbol of Paris and of France, the Eiffel Tower dazzles her visitors from all over the world. 1062 ft high, the famous "Iron Lady" has dominated the city of Paris since 1889.
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The Eiffel Tower (/ ˈ aɪ f əl / EYE-fəl; French: Tour Eiffel [tuʁ ɛfɛl] ⓘ) is a wrought-iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France. It is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower from 1887 to 1889.
Jun 15, 2024 · Eiffel Tower, wrought-iron structure in Paris that is among the most famous landmarks in the world. It is also a technological masterpiece in building-construction history. It was designed and built (1887–89) by Gustave Eiffel and named in his honor. Quick facts.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Discover the iconic Eiffel Tower in this captivating video journey through Paris's most recognizable landmark. Standing majestically against the Parisian sky...
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Mar 14, 2023 · Standing at 324 meters (1,063 feet) tall, the Eiffel Tower held the title of the tallest man-made structure in the world for 41 years until the completion of the Chrysler Building in New York...
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Happy Birthday Eiffel Tower! This year is the 125th anniversary of the Iron Lady in Paris. This is the occasion to learn about this worldwide famous building. Did you know that…? It is now the most visited paid monument in the world and about 7 million visitors discover one of its three levels each year. However, it’s worth remembering that ...
