64K views · 119 reactions | The Eiffel Tower was built from 1887-1889. Take a tour of one of the greatest structures on the planet. | History Things | Facebook

The Eiffel Tower is considered one of the most controversial buildings in the history of Europe. Parisians initially thought it was ugly and demanded that it be demolished. But today it is a source of enormous money for the city and one of the most recognizable symbols on earth. | Sunday Roast

417K views · 11K shares | Après 2 ans, 2 mois et 5 jours de travaux, le chantier de la tour Eiffel s'est achevé le 31 mars 1889. Aujourd'hui, la Dame de fer souffle sa 128ème bougie ! ☺️ After 2 years, 2 months and 5 days of construction work, the Eiffel Tower was completed on March 31st, 1889. Today, the Iron Lady is celebrating its 128th birthday! ☺️ | Tour Eiffel | Facebook