Opening of the Eiffel Tower
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Date
March 31, 1889
Type
Local
Author
smithsheep
Location
Paris,
Île-de-France,
France
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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