The Eiffel Tower: An Icon of Modern Architecture
The Eiffel Tower: An Icon of Modern Architecture
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most iconic structures in the world. Designed by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 World's Fair in Paris, it is a triumph of engineering and a symbol of French pride.
History of the Eiffel Tower
1887: Construction begins on the Eiffel Tower.
1889: The Eiffel Tower is completed and opens to the public