The Eiffel Tower From Below

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Eiffel Tower evacuated after bomb scare

The Eiffel Tower was evacuated on Tuesday night for the second time in two weeks following a bomb alert. LINK: Youtube

Roller Skate Record Jump

Better get your skates on if you want to see a man jump off the Eiffel Tower. LINK: Youtube

Original blueprints of the Eiffel Tower

At the Eiffel Tower's official web site, you can check out scans of the original blueprints created by Gustave Eiffel in preparation for the 1889 World's Fair. The famous tower in Paris was the source of much controversy (many thought its skeletal design ruined the classical cityscape) and remained the tallest structure in the world until the Chrysler Building in 1930.

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Eiffel Tower Glasses

“The larger than life Parisian tower has been trimmed down to a manageable, graspable size so that you can take proportionate sips of your favorite champagne. Base is metal with a silver finish.” LINK

Virtual Vacation: Beautiful France

Fantastic museums, gourmet dining, and romantic gardens--it's easy to see why France is the world's most popular tourist destination. Whether you spend your days wandering the world famous Louvre, driving out to the countryside to tour the magnificent castles, or ascending the Eiffel Tower for spectacular views of Paris, France surely has something for everyone. LINK