Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is the most famous structure in the world, and it is located in Paris, the capital city of France. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world. Seven to eight million people visit this place every year.

Alexander Gustave Eiffel, a renowned bridge engineer, was commissioned to create and construct a structure to serve as a symbol of the Centennial Exposition, a fair held by the French government in 1889 to mark the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. His finished product, The Eiffel Tower, aroused both praise and criticism, and a good deal of amazement.

Structure of Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower, which stands 300 meters tall, is made of wrought iron with exposed latticework. It was the tallest structure in the world at that point of time. The base of the tower consists of four semicircular arches, which have the dual purpose of artistic design and weight-bearing engineering considerations. Glass-walled elevators, designed by the Otis Elevator Company, ascend on a curve up the legs of the tower to the first and second platforms. A third platform near the top is reached by two additional counterbalanced elevator pairs that run from the second level. The view from this platform stretches about 80 kilometers on a clear day.

There are three glass-enclosed buildings on the ground floor. The Cinemax, a museum, is one option that features movies about the skyscraper. There are two floors to the main building, and on each level, there is a restaurant. The third facility is the Gustave Eiffel Salle (hall), which can be used for business conferences, cultural events, social gatherings, and so on.

On the smaller second level there is a snack bar and a souvenir shop. Without having to go up to the top, it is still possible to have a fantastic view of Paris from this level. The tower's illumination at night adds to its allure, as it sparkles with thousands of lights, creating a magical sight that is truly unforgettable. The Eiffel Tower remains an essential part of Parisian culture and is considered a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the City of Lights.

Construction

The entire structure of the Eiffel Tower was built over the course of two years. The tower was constructed on the Champ de Mars, a large public greenspace in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, located near the Seine River. The assembly of the metal parts began in July 1887. The Eiffel plant, which is located near Levallois-Perret on the suburbs of Paris, was where all the components were prepared. More than 18000 precise metal parts are being prepared for the construction of the Tower by a large team of talented engineers and designers.

Riveted joints are the sort of connections used to connect the metal pieces. Over 2.5 million rivets have been used. Rivet work was performed by three to four skilled workers.

First, they constructed the legs of the tower. The first level was put together using temporary wooden scaffolds that were attached to the four pillars. Later completed the remaining floors. Cranes and other large machinery were utilised to raise the materials. The tower was built by a team of 250-300 people.

In the year of 1889 the construction of Eiffel Tower was completed.

āEiffel Tower faced some opposition and criticism from various artists and intellectuals of the time, who considered it to be an eyesore in the city's skyline. However, over time, it became a beloved symbol of Paris and a testament to the capabilities of modern engineering.

History

After the 1889 exposition ended, Eiffel realised that the only way to keep his monument standing would be to find new and lucrative applications for it. He supervised changes to accommodate

• In 1890, a metrological station was established.

• A military telegraph station in 1903.

• In 1909, a laboratory for studying aerodynamics was established.

For the expositions of 1900, 1925, and 1937, further modifications were made. The height was increased by about 20 meters due to the extensions made for television broadcast.

The management of the Eiffel Tower, which had been in the hands of a public company for a number of years, was transferred to the city of Paris government in 1981. In order to have the tower ready for its 100th anniversary in 1989, it underwent substantial renovation and rebuilding from 1981 to 1983 at a cost of roughly $40 million. At the time of its construction, the Eiffel Tower was the tallest man-made structure in the world, standing at 300 meters (984 feet) tall, a title it held until the completion of the Chrysler Building in New York City in 1930. The tower is constructed of iron lattice, and it consists of three levels that offer stunning panoramic views of Paris from different heights.

Originally, the Eiffel Tower was intended to be a temporary structure and was initially granted a permit for only 20 years. However, it was saved from demolition due to its usefulness as a radio transmission tower, which proved invaluable during World War I for intercepting enemy communications. The tower's broadcasting capabilities further solidified its significance as a valuable telecommunications asset.

Today, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most visited paid monuments globally, attracting millions of tourists from all over the world annually. It remains an enduring symbol of Paris and France and continues to serve as an engineering marvel, historical landmark, and an important cultural icon.