The Eiffel Tower has been the symbol of the city of Paris since it was built in 1889. To this day, it remains one of the most visited monuments in the world. Conceived of and designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and Gustave Eiffel, it's one of the most instantly recognizable tourist attractions in the world–yet great parts of its history remain relatively unknown.
Click on to discover fascinating historical facts behind the ultimate tourist attraction.