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4 days ago · The Eiffel Tower, the iconic wrought-iron landmark that dominates the Paris skyline, was conceived as the centerpiece of the 1889 Exposition Universelle. This world‘s fair was organized to showcase French industrialism and commemorate the centennial of the French Revolution. In 1886, the fair‘s organizing committee launched a design ...
4 days ago · The tower stands 300 meters (984 feet) high. It rests on a base that is 5 meters (17 feet) tall, and the TV antenna atop the tower gives it a total elevation of 330 meters (1,083 feet). The Eiffel Tower was the tallest structure in the world until the topping off of the Chrysler Building in New York City in 1929.
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4 days ago · Discover fascinating facts about the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris! Learn about its history. Tthe Eiffel Tower continues to captivate visitors from around the...
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2 days ago · Discover the surprising history of the Eiffel Tower! Did you know it was only meant to last 20 years? Watch this #shorts video for more #facts about this ico...
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2 days ago · The view of the Eiffel Tower is AMAZING from there, which they enjoyed, but not as much as their Nutella crepes. Then we returned to the hotel, 25,000 steps later (for the reals) at midnight. Tomorrow we are sleeping in a bit (finally) and going to Montmartre and to walk the Champs Elysees.
4 days ago · 135 Interesting Facts. 1. You can get cell phone service at Everest Base Camp. 2. The Eiffel Tower can grow up to six inches taller in the summer due to thermal expansion, which causes the iron in ...
2 days ago · However, due to the popularity of the Eiffel Tower, we sometimes experience delays from security, or ticket desk lines while purchasing your entrance tickets. In peak months (April to October), school holidays and on weekends, please expect a minimum wait time of 30mn at the first security check and 45mn at the ticket desk line.
