Eiffel Tower articles Tag

The Eiffel Tower: presentation and history

The symbol of France The Eiffel Tower, which has become the symbol of France and its capital, is a puddled iron tower built by Gustave Eiffel and his collaborators for the 1889 World's Fair. Originally named the 300-metre tower, the monument was thought by Eiffel to be a 'summary of contemporary ...

01
Sep
2008

Gustave Eiffel: 5 things to know about the famous engineer

rnment decided to commission Gustave Eiffel, without a call for tenders, to build a monument to celebrate the centenary of the French Revolution: the Eiffel Tower! 3- He worked on the Statue of Liberty Of course, Gustave Eiffel's name is forever associated with the Eiffel Tower in Paris... But d ...

24
Jan
2023

Emily in Paris' Paris: 5 picturesque places to discover.

nestled at the foot of Montmartre hill is one of the oldest and most beautiful revue theaters in the capital. 5- The Jules Verne, the restaurant of the Eiffel Tower. In season 3 of the series Emily in Paris, the young American continues her exploration of a picture-perfect Paris by visiting the pre ...

22
Mar
2023

Earth Hour: one hour for the planet initiated by WWF.

cal devices for one hour" to save electricity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Today, many famous monuments such as the pyramids of Egypt or the Eiffel Tower continue to turn off their lights, but actions in favor of the planet are no longer limited to that. Who created Earth Hour? The idea beh ...

24
Mar
2023

Blind Football: 5 Things to Know

their sport and to educate French viewers on the significance of sports in society. 3- The blind football matches will take place at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. Blind football is played on a special field measuring 40 meters by 20 meters. The pitch, smaller than a standard football field, is equi ...

07
Feb
2024

The Mont Saint Michel : a jewel between sky and sea

orld-famous place of pilgrimage. Mont Saint-Michel is the most visited tourist site in Normandy and the third most visited site in France, after the Eiffel tower and the Palace of Versailles, because of its exceptional architecture and its bay. This site, classified as a historical monument in 187 ...

23
Apr
2007

The Statue of Liberty: the emblem of New York

rance until 1884. As for the internal metal framework to support 300 shaped and riveted copper plates, it was built by Gustave Eiffel (the father of the Eiffel tower the other great work of the late 19th century). During its construction and until its dismantling, the Statue of Liberty became th ...

25
Sep
2008

Pink October: a month of mobilization against breast cancer.

to this risk - encouraging them to get screened - collecting funds to improve care and advance research. Edition 2023 -> Edition 2023 Since 2014, the Eiffel Tower has been illuminated in pink to strongly and symbolically launch the October Pink campaign. This year, the Iron Lady is once again dres ...

12
Oct
2015

Junior Eurovision: 5 things to know about the 2021 edition

in the running will be hosted at La Seine Musicale in a masterful set depicting a fairytale Paris with the Alexandre III Bridge, the Grand Palais and the Eiffel tower in the background. The young singers will defend their song on stage at La Seine musicale and live on France 2. During this ext ...

16
Dec
2021

Valentine's Day: 3 romantic destinations in Europe

erfect setting for a romantic weekend. As this destination is very rich in monuments and museums, you'll be spoilt for choice between climbing the Eiffel Tower, visiting the Museum of Romantic Life or taking a cruise on the Seine river! Copyright: Jorge Láscar For an unforgettable stay ...

10
Feb
2022

Tour de France Women: 6 things to know about the women's race

men's peloton, which started in Copenhagen to reach the Champs-Élysées after 3350 km and 3 weeks of racing. The women set off from the foot of the Eiffel tower in Paris with the goal of reaching La Super Planche des Belles Filles in Haute-Saône on July 31. This place with a symbolic name is a ...

25
July
2022

Malaysia: the 5 best things to do in Kuala Lumpur

wer or Menara Tower, pictured above. This visit is one of the 5 best things to do in Kuala Lumpur in my opinion. This tower taller than our famous Eiffel Tower is 421 meters. It offers a breathtaking view of the capital as it houses a panoramic observation deck located at 276 meters from the grou ...

23
Nov
2022

Fluctuart in Paris: the first floating urban art center in the world

ll catering - a specialized bookshop - a rooftop where you can have a drink and enjoy the view on the Grand Palais, the Trocadero and even the Eiffel Tower! In summer, Fluctuart extends to a terrace on the quay, facing the water: a must-see spot to watch the sunset on the Seine! An ...

28
Nov
2022