Famous Landmarks
Built as the centerpiece of the 1889 Exposition Universelle to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution, this 330-meter iron structure was initially criticized by many prominent artists and writers and was intended to be dismantled after 20 years. Instead, its usefulness as a radio transmission tower helped save it, and it has since become one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world.
What is the Eiffel Tower?