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The Eiffel Tower -Paris, France

The Eiffel Tower is a wrought-iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France.

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The Eiffel Tower -Paris, France

The Eiffel Tower is a wrought-iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France. It is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower from 1887 to 1889.

Located in

Champ de Mars

Height

300 m, 330 m to tip

Architects

Stephen Sauvestre, Maurice Koechlin, Émile Nouguier

Floor count

4 (3 accessible, 1 residual)

Structural engineer

Maurice Koechlin; Émile Nouguier

Address

Av. Gustave Eiffel, 75007 Paris, France

Construction started

January 26, 1887

Contractor

Compagnie des Etablissements Eiffel

Coordinates

48°51′29.6″N 2°17′40.2″E / 48.858222°N 2.294500°E

Official Website

https://www.toureiffel.paris/en

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The Eiffel Tower
Paris, France

The Eiffel Tower is a wrought-iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France. It is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower from 1887 to 1889.

The Eiffel Tower

World-Famous Paris Attraction Known for Stunning Design and Scenic Views

Eiffel Tower, wrought-iron structure in Paris that is among the most famous landmarks in the world. It is also a technological masterpiece in building-construction history. It was designed and built (1887–89) by Gustave Eiffel and named in his honor.

  • Architecture

    Stephen Sauvestre, Maurice Koechlin, Émile Nouguier

  • Construction started

    rises above Paris as a world-famous monument, offering breathtaking panoramic views, timeless romance, and unforgettable experiences that captivate travelers seeking the true spirit of France.

  • Design

    showcases remarkable wrought-iron lattice design, blending architectural innovation and artistic elegance to create Paris’ most iconic structure, admired worldwide for its intricate industrial beauty.

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