The Eiffel Tower was built between 1887 and 1889 by a team of engineers led by Gustave Eiffel. The tower was built to commemorate the centennial of the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution.
The construction of the Eiffel Tower involved the use of over 18,000 iron pieces and 2.5 million rivets. The tower is composed of four massive iron legs that are interconnected by platforms, staircases, and elevators.
The tower was built using a unique system of winches and pulleys that allowed workers to move materials and equipment up and down the tower. The construction of the tower required a significant amount of manual labor, with over 300 workers laboring on the site for two years to complete the structure.
Today, the Eiffel Tower remains one of the most iconic structures in the world and is a beloved symbol of French culture and history.
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