19

Feb

Strike closes Eiffel Tower in blow to tourists ahead of Paris Olympics

The Eiffel Tower, one of the most visited tourist sites in the world, closed on Monday as staff went on strike in protest against the way the Paris monument is…

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16

Jul

Eiffel Tower reopens after eight-month COVID closure

The Eiffel Tower reopened on Friday after an eight-month shutdown because of the COVID-19 pandemic, its longest closure since World War Two. As a countdown clock at the foot of…

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06

Aug

Photo Story: Eiffel Tower goes dark in support for victims of explosion in Beirut

A combination image shows the Eiffel Tower is seen illuminated before its traditional night-time illumination is switched off (L) and after (R) in support of the victims of a massive explosion…

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16

Jul

Disneyland Paris, Eiffel Tower re-open for visitors

The French tourist industry received a further boost Wednesday with the partial reopening of Disneyland Paris and the opening up of the top floor of the Eiffel Tower. France 24…

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20

May

Eiffel Tower closed to visitors as person attempts to climb it

The Eiffel Tower has been closed to visitors after a person has tried to climb it. Paris police spokeswoman said a team of firefighters including a climbing specialist is on…

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16

May

Photo Story: Eiffel Tower’s 130th anniversary

Moments from the laser light show at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, as the French capital marks its 130th anniversary. The 12-minute laser light show recounting the history of…

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16

Jun

New Anti-Terrorist barricades around the iconic Eiffel Tower

Euronews: Paris is erecting bulletproof walls and metal fences around the Eiffel Tower in a move aimed at protecting the famous monument from terrorist attacks. Glass walls measuring 6.5 centimetres thick…

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