Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower (Tour Eiffel) Basic information: 🗼 What is it: The most recognizable symbol of Paris and France Business card of the city 📍 Location: Champ de Mars, 7th arrondissement of Paris On the banks of the Seine 🏗️ History: Built in 1887-1889 Engineer: Gustave Eiffel Created for the 1889 World Exhibition Originally was planned as a temporary structure (for 20 years) 📏 Dimensions: Height: 330 meters (with antenna) Until 1930, it was the tallest structure in the world, level 3 for visitors 💡 Interesting facts: In the summer, the tower “grows” by 15 cm due to the thermal expansion of the metal Painted golden brown every 7 years At the top there is Gustave Eiffel’s apartment In the evening, the tower sparkles with lights every hour (5 minutes) 🎫 Tip: It’s better to buy tickets online in advance. You can take the elevator or stairs (up to level 2).