Eiffel Tower Day is
celebrated on March 31, every year. The event is observed to celebrate the
inauguration of the monument in history. On this day in 1889, the skyscraper
was revealed to the public.
What is the history of the Eiffel Tower?
A design competition was held in central Paris and more than 100 artists
turned in their ideas, for an international fair to display the industrial
advancement of France in the 19th century.
Gustave Eiffel proposed 1,000
feet open-lattice iron tower in the heart of Paris and received the contract in
the year 1887. He began work on the project on January 28, 1887, and
completed it in two years, two months, and five days despite years of
uncertainty, criticism, and even protests.
Since its opening in 1889, the
Eiffel Tower has become one of the most recognizable landmarks not only in
Paris but throughout the globe. The magnificent iron tower is surely a great
technical achievement and motivating representation of the City of Lights.
What is inside the Eiffel Tower?
There are three floors in the Eiffel Tower: the first floor, the second
floor, and the summit (top level). On the first level, there are museums, a
glass floor, frequently changing exhibitions, gift shops, and dining
establishments. The Jules Verne restaurant, additional shops, and an
observation area are all located on the second level.
The summit or top floor is mainly the highest observation deck in Europe
at 276 metres (905 feet) above sea level. Along with a champagne bar and a
replica of Gustave Eiffel's workplace, the top floor is divided into two
levels.
Why the Eiffel Tower is so famous?
Gustave's vision gave Paris a
new lease on life and made it into the romantic city we know today, with his
creation. He intended the structure to serve as a representation of the
"great scientific movement of the eighteenth century and the Revolution of
1789," in his own words.
The most
well-known example of a lattice, or free-standing framework skyscraper, Eiffel
Tower is constructed of wrought iron. Its delicate shape and economy of design
made it quite a daring design at the time it was built.
The Eiffel
Tower is the most visited paid landmark in the world, with an average of 25,000
visitors per day, and it is unquestionably due to its great artistry.
What are the 7 facts about the Eiffel Tower?
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Even
though Eiffel received credit for the Tower's naming, the initial design was
created by his company's two engineers, Maurice Koechlin and Emile Nouguier.
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The
Tower was designed to showcase France's manufacturing prowess during the
World's Fair, but its intended lifespan was 20 years.
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The
enormous iron construction will sway during a storm despite being
wind-resistant. Along with this, the enormous Tower also expands by an
additional six inches each summer.
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About
60 tonnes of paint are applied to the structure every seven years. It not only
prevents rusting but also maintains the so-called La dame de fer attraction.
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The
20,000-bulb sparkling light display that first illuminated the night sky on New
Year's Eve 1999 is covered by copyright laws in France.
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Despite
its enduring popularity today, the Eiffel Tower narrowly escaped destruction in
World War II.
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The
Eiffel Tower honours 72 French scientists and engineers with their names
engraved on its ironwork.
The Eiffel Tower, which is
1,063 feet tall and overlooks Paris, stands as a testament to the achievements
of Western culture and modern engineering. And, the Eiffel Tower Day is an
occasion of joy for millions of people worldwide because it is one of the most
well-known monuments in the world.
