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Take in a top to bottom look at Paris's Eiffel Tower commissioned for the International Exposition of 1889

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Indian tourists break into classic Bollywood song at Eiffel Tower, viral video divides the Internet: ‘Annoying and embarrassing’ • June 2, 2025, 3:23 AM ET (The Indian Express)

Eiffel Tower set to sparkle for PSG's big European night • May 31, 2025, 2:50 AM ET (Reuters)

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano spews lava 300m as it erupts again • May 26, 2025, 5:58 AM ET (BBC)

Construction of Eiffel Tower-inspired observatory towers at Goa’s New Zuari Bridge set to begin, says govt • May 22, 2025, 9:05 AM ET (The Indian Express)

After being banned for 100 years: The European river reopens for summer swimming • May 18, 2025, 5:25 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

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“the Iron Lady”

The Eiffel Tower, Paris, designed by Gustave Eiffel, 1887–89.

Eiffel Tower, Paris

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The Eiffel Tower, from the Centre Beaubourg on the Right Bank, looking westward over the rooftops of the city.

Take in a top to bottom look at Paris's Eiffel Tower commissioned for the International Exposition of 1889

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