The Eiffel Tower is a world-famous landmark and cultural icon located in Paris, France. It was constructed between 1887 and 1889 as the entrance arch to the 1889 World's Fair. The tower was designed by Gustave Eiffel, a French civil engineer, and named after him.
The Eiffel Tower is 324 meters (1,063 feet) tall and consists of four main parts, each of which is slightly tapered inwards, giving the tower its distinctive shape. The tower was the tallest man-made structure in the world at the time of its completion and held this record for 41 years until the Chrysler Building in New York City surpassed it in 1930.
The tower has three levels for visitors, with observation decks offering stunning views of Paris from different heights. It also has restaurants, shops, and other facilities. The tower attracts millions of visitors every year, making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world.
The Eiffel Tower has become a symbol of France and is widely recognized as one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world.