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How Tall is the Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower is the tallest man made marvel in France. This massive latticework structure is owned by the City of Paris and is a landmark destination for tourists. If you are wondering how tall is the Eiffel Tower, then this article will give you the answer your looking for.

Eiffel Tower History and Facts: When and Why was Eiffel Tower Built
Eiffel Tower, the tallest building in Paris, is one of the most visited sites in the entire world. At night, the magnificently illuminated Eiffel Tower is sure to mesmerize you, as it does all visitors. To know the history and facts about the Eiffel Tower, read on...

History of the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is the most visited monument in the world. Know more about it in the history of Eiffel Tower.

Vacation in France- The Eiffel Tower
The "iron lady" or France, the Eiffel Tower, has been initially built for a lifespan of 20 years. However, since its inauguration in 1889, it has already been almost 120 years of continuous admiration and delight in the construction itself as well as in the amazing view the visitor can enjoy 276 meters above ground. See more interesting facts about it.

Facts about the Eiffel Tower, Paris
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, nicknamed the 'magician of iron' is one of the best known monuments worldwide. Everyone knows about it, but very few know the facts about the Eiffel Tower.

Eiffel Tower - French Revolution Icon
The Eiffel Tower was built in the period 1887-1889, to celebrate 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. Paris is recognized by this tower. The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII of England, opened the tower....

Going...going …gone. Eiffel tower sold…twice!!
Con Artists!! Smart men talking their way into and out of things. Victor Lustig was a confidence artist in the 20th century that sold the Eiffel tower to scrap dealers in Paris and got away with it. A look into the life of this extraordinary man who sold the Eiffel tower.

The Man Who Scaled the Eiffel Tower
From the archive, 4 May 1964: An ascent by ten alpinists in full mountain gear was privately sabotaged by a house-painter who suddenly appeared from the second platform

New Look for Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower to be reshaped in time for the structure's 120th anniversary next year

I Love Touring Paris - The Eiffel Tower And Friends
I love touring Paris so much that I am doing a series on both the well known and the rarely visited tourist attractions of different sectors of the city, combining neighboring arrondissements. This short visits the world famous Eiffel Tower and neighboring attractions. Please join me on this tour. You are sure to discover sights that you'll just love.

New Look for Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower to be reshaped in time for the structure's 120th anniversary next year

The Eiffel Tower - The Symbol Of France
Article about the Eiffel tower in Paris

City Plans Rival to Eiffel Tower
Paris has unveiled plans for a vast glass-enveloped office block that will become its tallest commercial building and loftiest construction since the Eiffel tower was inaugurated in 1889.

Eiffel Tower Stunt Kills Parachutist
A Norwegian parachutist died after jumping from the second floor of the Eiffel tower when his chute snagged on the monument's superstructure, Paris police said yesterday.

Skating Rink Opens Halfway Up the Eiffel Tower
Music, lights, a great view of Paris and a strange whiff of vanilla await those bold enough to take advantage of the capital's latest draw: a 200 square metre ice rink suspended 57m (190ft) beneath the Eiffel Tower.

Fire breaks out at top of Eiffel Tower
Fire broke out at the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris yesterday, forcing what the fire brigade described as a "safe and orderly" evacuation of hundreds of visitors from the tourist attraction. No injuries were reported.

Tower's a Hot Ticket ... for Fraud
If the Eiffel Tower remains the only major central Paris monument to make a profit, it is no thanks to its cashiers, 10 of whom who are to go on trial next month for allegedly embezzling la Vieille Dame de Fer - as she is usually known - out of 1m euros.