The Eiffel Tower, located in Paris, France, is one of the many beautiful structures in the world. Have you ever wondered why the Eiffel Tower was built? According to Britannica, “The Eiffel Tower was initially built to serve as the entrance gateway to the International Exposition of 1889 [a celebration of the French Revolution’s centenary] as well as a testament to French industrial ingenuity” (“Eiffel Tower” par. 2). Did you know that this monument started as a gateway? Do you think the Eiffel Tower is worth all the hype?

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