La Tour Eiffel

History

• Construction started on January 28, 1887.
• Opened on March 31, 1889.
• Architects: Gustave Eiffel and Stephen Sauvestre.

Facts

• It has 3 floors.
• Took 2 years to build.
• It's purpose is for observing.
• It's opened from 9am to 12am everyday😉
• Located on left bank and 7th arrondissement.

Short Bio

The La Tour Eiffel (Eiffel Tower) is an iron lattice tower located on the Champs de Mars in Paris, France. It was named after the engineer, Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower.

Fun Facts

• The Tower's lights sparkle at dusk for 10 minutes.
• One of the most known structures in the world.
• It was originally built as the entrance arch for the Worlds Fair in 1889.

Fun Facts (2)

• Was the tallest man made structure for 41 yrs. (1050ft)
• Since it's opening it has had 250 million visitors.
• When it was first built, many people criticized its bold design.
• It's nickname is La Dame de Fer which is French for Iron Lady.

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