To learn more about this iconic landmark, we've gathered 12 of the best Eiffel Tower facts. Read on to discover more! 1. The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 to mark the 100th anniversary of the ...

The monument responds to seasonal temperatures, contracting a few millimeters when it's cold and expanding when it's warm.

open image in gallery Firefighters pose for a picture with a Santa Claus near the Eiffel Tower as the site was closed and then reopened after a fire alarm, on December 24, 2024 (AFP via Getty ...