Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France is one of the most recognized landmarks in the world. 

Interesting Facts about the Eiffel Tower
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Only one person died during the construction of the Eiffel Tower.

 The tower is made of puddle iron, not steel.

 Heat expands the tower and depending on which side is facing the sun, the tower leans just a fraction in that direction.

 On a clear day you can see 42 miles around Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower in each direction.

The Eiffel tower "grows" in the heat. It can become up to 15cm taller.