The Eiffel Tower
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The Eiffel Tower - One of the most famous landmarks in the world
Millions of people visit the Eiffel Tower every year and it is hard to believe how hated it was when the Eiffel Tower was first built.
Did you know, the Eiffel Tower was built to be a temporary structure? It has now been around for over 100 years, and let's hope that it will me around for many more.
Learn more facts about the Eiffel Tower History on this page.
Quick Facts:
When was the Eiffel Tower Built?
Why was the Eiffel Tower Built?
How tall is the Eiffel Tower?
Where is the Eiffel Tower?
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Visiting the Eiffel Tower Restaurant? Buy entrance tickets and book a table at one of the two Eiffel Tower restaurants located on level one and two of the Tower.
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History of the Eiffel Tower
Why was the Eiffel tower built? When was the Eiffel Tower built?
The Eiffel Tower was built as a temporary structure to celebrate the Worlds Fair that was being held in Paris in May 1889, which was also the Centennial of the French Revolution.A competition was held and of the winning entries the design by the engineer Gustave Eiffel was chosen.
The tower was controversial from the start, considered by many to be an eyesore. In 1909 it was due to be torn down however the antenna at the top of the tower was being used for radio transmissions and the tower was saved due to it's usefulness.
Wind resistance is the reason for the shape of the tower. Using mathematical equations, Gustav Eiffel, was able to build an extremely stable structure that only moves approximately 9 centimeters in the wind at its summit.
Eiffel Tower History from DiscoverFrance.net
How Tall is the Eiffel Tower?
Height of the Eiffel Tower
One question people always ask is "How tall is the Eiffel Tower".Initial height: 312 m (1023.5 ft) to the top of the flagpole.
1st floor: 57.63m (189 ft)
2nd floor: 115.75m (379.76 ft)
3rd floor: 276.13m (906 ft)
Current height (including antennas): 324 m (1,063 ft)
The Eiffel Tower is not the worlds tallest structure, but it once was. From 1889 until 1930 the Eiffel Tower was the worlds tallest man-made structure, and it is still the tallest structure in Paris.
In 1930 New York City's Chrysler building became the tallest structure in the world.
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Where is the Eiffel Tower located?
Visiting Paris? Visit the Eiffel Tower!
The Eiffel Tower is located at the Champs de Mars in Paris.
It is easy to get to by the Paris Metro or by water taxi.
Coordinates for your GPS are
48° 51' 29" N, 02° 17' 40" E
How long did it take to build the Eiffel Tower
The Gustave Eiffel Tower
Construction on the Eiffel Tower begun on 1887 and was completed in 1889.In just 2 years, 2 months and 5 days the tower was completed under budget and it took only one year to recover the majority of the $1.5 million in building costs for the tower through ticket sales.
"It only took five months to build the foundations and twenty-one to finish assembling the metal pieces of the Tower."
Construction of the Tower at Tour-Eiffel.fr
Image courtesy of The Graphics Fairy
The Eiffel Tower at Night
Video of the Eiffel Tower lit up at night.
It also seemed to me that there were a few less visiters during the night time.
What can you do at the top of the Tower?
If you arrive after midday, visit the Champagne bar and view the Paris skyline while sipping a chilled glass of Champagne.
The Eiffel Tower, stages of building
Interesting Facts about the Eiffel Tower
Did you know that ...
Only one person died during the construction of the Eiffel Tower.The tower is made of puddle iron, not steel.
Heat expands the tower and depending on which side is facing the sun, the tower leans just a fraction in that direction.
On a clear day you can see 42 miles around Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower in each direction.
The Eiffel tower "grows" in the heat. It can become up to 15cm taller.
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Eiffel Tower Online Resources
- Illuminating the Eiffel Tower
- Illuminating the Eiffel Tower. Photos of the Eiffel Tower lit at night.
- Children's Corner
- A guide to the Eiffel Tower for children.
- The official site of the Eiffel Tower
- The official Eiffel Tower website: 500 pages, 1,000 illustrations, 360 & 3-D virtual visits, videos of the millennium sparkling lights and fireworks display, documentation, games...
- Eiffel Tower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
- The Eiffel Tower on Wikipedia
- Eiffel Tower Facts. Get the Facts about the Eiffel Tower.
- Eiffel Tower Facts - Interesting Facts About Eiffel Tower in Paris for Kids, Students, Adults of all Ages. Learn Fascinating and Unusual Eiffel Tower Info and Facts on History, Tours, Maps, Tickets, Quotes, and more fun information.
- PBS.org
- Building Big Databank entry on Eiffel Tower
Eiffel's Tower: And the World's Fair Where Buffalo Bill Beguiled Paris, the Artists Quarreled, and Thomas Edison Became a Count
Eiffel's Tower: And the World's Fair Where Buffalo Bill Beguiled Paris, the Artists Quarreled, and Thomas Edison Became a Count
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Learn about the controversial building of the Eiffel Tower, and the colourful people of the 1889 Paris World Fair.
Can you get married on the Eiffel Tower?
Getting married on the Eiffel Tower is not allowed. However you can plan a reception in the restaurant on the Eiffel Tower.
Parisian Wall Decal
Landscape with Eiffel Tower
Vinyl Paris Eiffel Tower Wall Mural Stickers Wallies
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This fabulous set of vinyl, peel and stick, wall decals is a wonderful addition to any room. A total of 7 self-adhesive stickers which are removable (Eiffel tower, Notre Dame; Arc des Triumph, and others). Use the stickers to create your own mural. Use everywhere: walls, desks, doors, and mirrors. The design options are unlimited. Largest sticker: 25" H and 11" W; Smallest sticker: 5 1/2" H x 6 1/2" W.
Why is the Eiffel Tower considered one of the most romantic places to visit?
“Don't forget to take a jacket when visiting the Eiffel Tower.
It gets windy up there!”
What's it like at the Eiffel Tower today?
- Visit the Eiffel Tower Webcam
- Want to know what the weather is like? Is it night or day? Visit the Eiffel Tower WebCam
Perfect for a French Themed Party
Why not celebrate Bastille day on July 14th.
Have a French Themed Party
Be the envy of your friends and family
Eiffel Tower Cheese Graters
Be the envy of all of your friends, bring the Eiffel Tower and a touch of class to your cooking and family gatherings.
Buy the Eiffel Tower Cheese Grater and Garlic/Spice Grater today!
Seriously though ... I can't help thinking this would be a fun item to add to a wine and cheese gift basket. Make a few cookies and chocolates with the Eiffel Tower cookie cutouts and chocolate mold and you have a great fun gift.
Eiffel Tower Post Office
Mail a postcard before you leave.
The post office on the Eiffel Tower is on the first floor. Mail sent from this post office will have a special postmark of the Eiffel Tower.
Eiffel Tower Decor
Love that Eiffel Tower Lamp!
Please vote for your favorite Eiffel Tower kitsch. If you find something even better, please add it to the list.
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Eiffel Tower Vintage Art Print

Eiffel Tower Vintage Art Print
Visiting the Eiffel Tower?
Book to eat at the Eiffel Tower Restaurant
- Entrance fees - Buy online
- SAVE TIME ! BUY YOUR TICKET ONLINE
- RESTAURANT LE 58 TOUR EIFFEL
- Enjoy a great meal at the Eiffel Tower restaurants with an amazing view over Paris. 58 Tour Eiffel is 58 metres from the ground on level 1.
- Le Jules Verne
- Le Jules Verne Restaurant, Tour Eiffel - 75007 Paris - France - 125 metres from the ground on level 2
- Paris attractions - Whats on paris : concerts, shows, theater, exhibition paris : Paris convention and visitors office
- On parisinfo.com, the Paris convention and visitors office proposes you to discover Paris at night outings: concerts, shows, theater, chose among a large choice of events in Paris.
Blackpool Tower
Thank you Debbie for letting me know about the Blackpool Tower
The Tower in Blackpool is not a freestanding structure, it rises from a building below to a height of 158m (518 ft 9 in).
Eiffel Tower Christmas Ornaments
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Have you been to the Eiffel Tower?
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MelonyVaughan
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- What a fascinating and interesting lens. Thank you!
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Lindrus
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- Beautiful and interesting lens! Well done!
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goldenrulecomics
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- Yes! the line was crazy long, but the view was well worth the wait!
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webgain
Dec 21, 2011 @ 7:36 am | delete
- wow. beautiful lens. I want to visit once there.
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seosmm
Nov 25, 2011 @ 9:48 am | delete
- Never been. Lots of good info. Very nice lens!
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oxfordian
Oct 10, 2011 @ 7:40 pm | delete
- Beautiful lens!! I love it! Paris is one of my favorite places. I can't believe all the fabulous images you have. (Just so you know, I clicked on on the Eifel Tower lamp -- the #1 item on your list and it's an item no longer available on Amazon ... just in case you might want to change it).
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indiavacationplans
Sep 23, 2011 @ 4:47 am | delete
- I love this page! Very cool selection.
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LabKitty
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- Never been, but W00t: Civil Engineering!
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judithcheng
Aug 28, 2011 @ 9:16 am | delete
- never get tired of gathering tips & facts on Paris...that's a magical video, THANKS...have you gotten the chance to do some ice skating up there?
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naturegirl7
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- Interesting lens. It brings back memories of my visits to my father's homeland. Sprinkled with dust from the Angel of the farmyard on a Back to School Field Trip.
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Eiffel Tower Index
- History of the Eiffel Tower
- How Tall is the Eiffel Tower?
- Where is the Eiffel Tower located?
- How long did it take to build the Eiffel Tower
- The Eiffel Tower at Night
- What can you do at the top of the Tower?
- Pop Art Paris Art Print
- Interesting Facts about the Eiffel Tower
- Find more facts about the Eiffel Tower
- Eiffel's Tower: And the World's Fair Where Buffalo Bill Beguiled Paris, the Artists Quarreled, and Thomas Edison Became a Count
- Can you get married on the Eiffel Tower?
- Photos of the Eiffel Tower
- Parisian Wall Decal
- Why is the Eiffel Tower considered one of the most romantic places to visit?
- What's it like at the Eiffel Tower today?
- Perfect for a French Themed Party
- Have a French Themed Party
- Be the envy of your friends and family
- Eiffel Tower Post Office
- Eiffel Tower Decor
- Eiffel Tower Lamps
- Eiffel Tower Vintage Art Print
- Eiffel Tower Vintage Art Print
- Visiting the Eiffel Tower?
- Blackpool Tower
- Photos of the Blackpool Tower
- Eiffel Tower at Sunrise
- Eiffel Tower Christmas Ornaments
- Eiffel Tower Clocks
- Eiffel Tower For Kids
- More French Themed Pages
- Have you been to the Eiffel Tower?
- Thanks for stopping by!






































