The lines were long and only one elevator was operating the evening we visited the Eiffel Tower so we decided to climb the steps. The view is magnificent. It's well worth the visit to this iconic structure.
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Brief facts:
984 feet high and 1,063 feet to the tip.
It was built in 1889 for the 100th year anniversary celebration of the French Revolution
It took 2 years, 2 months, and 5 days to build it.
The website claims it is the most visited monument in the world.
About 7 million visitors come every year.
Tower website https://www.toureiffel.paris/en/the-monument
You can learn more and book tickets at the website.
Also, see the Tour Eiffel on Facebook
Obligatory photos
French name: la tour eiffel
