An engineer by training, Eiffel founded a metalworks company, the Eiffel Tower is it masterpiece.

The 19th century was marked by the Industrial Revolution, the science of metallurgy played a primary role.

The Tower is protected from oxidation with several layers of paint, which ensure that it will last for ever.

At the end of his career, Eiffel pursued an active life of methodic research.

Eiffel strongly encouraged research into radio transmission by proposing the use of the tower as a radio mast.

The names of 72 scientists listed on the borders of the four facades of the Eiffel Tower.

In 1889 the Tower was a colossal attraction, yet in the 1920s, it became a symbol of modernity.

The building of a 300-meter tower was conceived in preparation for the Universal Exposition of 1889.

Various pamphlets and articles began circulating in 1887 when construction had barely begun.

The assembly of the pillars began on July 1 1887, and was completed twenty-two months later.

The Tower's artificial illuminations have been constantly revised and improved throughout the years.

In 1981, the operating company of the Eiffel Tower put into action the largest overhaul of the monument since its construction.

Explore the universe of books and films that have drawn their inspiration from the Tower.

Numerous exhibits have been presented at the Tower, and others organized elsewhere.