Opening of the Eiffel Tower

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Date March 31, 1889
Type Local
Author smithsheep
Location Paris, Île-de-France, France
Categories
Science & Technology Cultural & Arts

Event Details

Opening of the Eiffel Tower (1889-03-31)

The Eiffel Tower was inaugurated as the entrance arch to the 1889 World's Fair. Initially criticized by some of France's leading artists and intellectuals, it has become a global cultural icon of France.

  • Location: Paris, France
  • Context: Local level event.

Categories: Cultural & Arts, Science & Technology