The Eiffel Tower — aka la Tour Eiffel — has long been one of the world's most recognizable landmarks, symbolizing the romance and charm of the City of Light. Designed as the centerpiece of ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: For the best photo opportunities of the Eiffel Tower, head to Place du Trocadéro. (Just expect to contend with some crowds!) – Nicola Wood, Senior Editor Designed and ...

When the Eiffel Tower was inaugurated at the 1889 Paris Exposition, it was derided by some of the city’s leading artists as useless, monstrous and barbaric. By objective measures it was the ...