March 31 is celebrated as Eiffel Tower Day every year to honour the tower's inaugural. On this day in 1889, the skyscraper was revealed to the public. Here are some random facts about the Eiffel Tower ...

The Eiffel Tower was officially completed in Paris 126 years ago on Tuesday, after 2 years, 2 months, and 5 days of construction. It stood as the gateway for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (World’s ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Paris is full of iconic historic landmarks, so much so that it's hard to see them all in just one trip.

How many Eiffel Towers does the world need? Alexandre Gustave Eiffel created his metal lattice marvel to last 20 years. It debuted at the 1889 world's fair in Paris and has endured as a beloved world ...

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The Eiffel Tower is one of the world's most iconic monuments, with millions of visitors coming to marvel at it every year. You may have already known that it was built in 1889 and is re-painted every ...

PARIS -- The Eiffel Tower closed to the public for most of the day Friday as workers protested a rise in aggressive pickpockets around the Paris landmark that attracts thousands of visitors daily. The ...

Hakeim, famously featured in the film Inception, and continuing toward the Eiffel Tower. The route showcases river views, ...

The famous Paris landmark has been fitted with two new wind turbines that generate enough electricity to power the commercial areas of its first floor. Michelle Starr Science editor Michelle Starr is ...