Statements (518)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:towers
gptkb:historical_monuments gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:cultural_landmark |
| gptkbp:academic_programs |
gptkb:Yes
advanced for its time considered innovative considered an engineering marvel of its time |
| gptkbp:accessibility |
wheelchair accessible
|
| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:films
|
| gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:Gustave_Eiffel
gptkb:Stephen_Sauvestre |
| gptkbp:art_installations |
occasionally featured
occasionally features art exhibits occasionally hosts art installations |
| gptkbp:attraction_type |
cultural
|
| gptkbp:attracts |
millions of visitors annually
|
| gptkbp:awards |
Won by Gustave Eiffel
won by Gustave Eiffel |
| gptkbp:barrel_type |
gptkb:New_Year's_Eve
often during events hosts fireworks displays visible during celebrations |
| gptkbp:base |
125,000 square meters
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| gptkbp:built |
gptkb:1889_Exposition_Universelle
gptkb:Eiffel_et_Compagnie gptkb:World's_Fair |
| gptkbp:café |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:card_number |
gptkb:Yes
gptkb:true yes 3 observation decks |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
New Year's Eve fireworks
|
| gptkbp:city |
gptkb:Paris
|
| gptkbp:climbing_ability |
stairs available to the second floor
|
| gptkbp:collectibility |
gptkb:Yes
yes available on-site located on-site has souvenir shops multiple souvenir shops on site multiple shops on site |
| gptkbp:color_scheme |
gptkb:Bronze
brown Eiffel Tower Brown |
| gptkbp:completed |
1889
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| gptkbp:conducts_surveys_on |
Regular inspections
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| gptkbp:constructed_for |
gptkb:1889_Exposition_Universelle
|
| gptkbp:constructed_in |
gptkb:1889_World's_Fair
gptkb:1889_Exposition_Universelle gptkb:Eiffel_et_Compagnie gptkb:Exposition_Universelle 1887 wrought iron 18,038 individual parts French Second Empire style |
| gptkbp:construction_cost |
7.8 million French gold francs
|
| gptkbp:construction_material |
gptkb:Iron_Age
wrought iron 18,038 individual iron parts 18,038 individual parts |
| gptkbp:construction_method |
prefabricated iron parts
|
| gptkbp:construction_started |
1887
1889 2 years January 28, 1887 2 years, 2 months 2 years, 2 months, 5 days March 31, 1889 |
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:France
|
| gptkbp:cuisine |
2
yes French cuisine served in restaurants 58 Tour Eiffel |
| gptkbp:cultural_events |
gptkb:New_Year's_Eve_celebrations
gptkb:Yes frequent light shows hosts cultural events hosts various events throughout the year hosts events hosted regularly concerts and exhibitions hosts various events frequently hosts various throughout the year Various events held various events held |
| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:Icon_of_Paris
inspired art and literature inspired similar structures worldwide icon of Paris influenced architecture worldwide significant in art and literature influenced modern architecture. inspired many replicas worldwide |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
Numerous
featured in films and literature featured in many films in films and literature numerous in media featured in numerous films and literature |
| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
Global recognition
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:French_Revolution
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site symbol of Paris symbol of France iconic structure National symbol of France national landmark national pride of France |
| gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
gptkb:France
gptkb:French_Revolution gptkb:Yes yes recognized worldwide icon of Paris of Paris |
| gptkbp:debut_year |
1889
|
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Gustave_Eiffel
Lattice structure iron lattice tower Gustave Eiffel and Maurice Koechlin designed by Maurice Koechlin |
| gptkbp:design_features |
Curved iron beams
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| gptkbp:design_influence |
Gustave Eiffel's engineering
|
| gptkbp:designed_by |
gptkb:Gustave_Eiffel
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| gptkbp:discovery_year |
March 31, 1889
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| gptkbp:distance |
up to 70 kilometers on clear days
|
| gptkbp:elevation |
300 meters above sea level
330 meters including antennas 330 meters above sea level 330 meters (including antennas) |
| gptkbp:elevator_capacity |
up to 10,000 people per day
Up to 10,000 people per hour |
| gptkbp:employees |
gptkb:300
over 300 workers involved 300 workers |
| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
sustainability efforts
|
| gptkbp:exhibitions |
yes
|
| gptkbp:exhibits |
temporary exhibitions
Art exhibitions held exhibits about its history and construction |
| gptkbp:famous_event |
gptkb:Yes
New Year's Eve fireworks held nearby hosted occasionally hosts annual events hosts annual cultural festivals celebrates anniversaries often part of celebrations |
| gptkbp:famous_for |
its unique design
iconic status light shows romantic views its iron structure Iron structure |
| gptkbp:famous_landmark |
gptkb:Yes
yes recognized worldwide |
| gptkbp:famous_lights |
sparkling lights at night
|
| gptkbp:famous_photos |
widely shared on social media
|
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
" I love you to the Eiffel Tower and back"
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| gptkbp:featured_in |
gptkb:video_games
Numerous films numerous films postcards |
| gptkbp:features |
elevators
|
| gptkbp:fireworks_displays |
often featured during celebrations
|
| gptkbp:first_ascent |
1889
1890 March 31, 1889 |
| gptkbp:first_opened_to_the_public |
May 6, 1889
|
| gptkbp:first_opening |
March 31, 1889
|
| gptkbp:first_public_viewing |
March 31, 1889
|
| gptkbp:floors |
gptkb:3
yes hydraulic elevators originally hydraulic Hydraulic elevators two elevators for public access has elevators |
| gptkbp:founded_by |
gptkb:Gustave_Eiffel
|
| gptkbp:function |
gptkb:towers
gptkb:tourist_attraction |
| gptkbp:gift_shop |
gptkb:Yes
yes souvenirs available has a gift shop various on-site |
| gptkbp:guided_tours |
available for visitors
available in multiple languages |
| gptkbp:has_a |
glass floor
|
| gptkbp:has_aheight_of |
330 meters including antennas
|
| gptkbp:has_artwork |
Eiffel Tower Brown
every 7 years |
| gptkbp:has_been_repurposed_for |
gptkb:broadcasting
|
| gptkbp:has_historical_significance |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_illumination |
nightly light shows
|
| gptkbp:has_lift |
gptkb:true
|
| gptkbp:has_observation_decks |
gptkb:3
|
| gptkbp:has_public_transport |
Metro and bus services
Metro and bus accessible by metro accessible by metro and bus metro and bus accessible via metro and bus |
| gptkbp:has_reception |
Controversial among Parisians
|
| gptkbp:has_three_levels |
gptkb:true
yes |
| gptkbp:has_visitor_center |
gptkb:true
gift shops information desks available |
| gptkbp:height |
330 meters
300 meters taller than Statue of Liberty taller than the Statue of Liberty 330 meters with antennas was tallest man-made structure until 1930 tallest structure in the world until 1930 Taller than Statue of Liberty Height changes with temperature Tallest structure in the world (1889-1930) |
| gptkbp:height_after_antennas |
330 meters
|
| gptkbp:height_including_antennas |
330 meters
|
| gptkbp:height_increase |
antenna added later
due to antennas Increased by antennas increased with antennas |
| gptkbp:height_variation |
Increased with antennas
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
gptkb:historical_landmark
important historical landmark important in French history important in engineering history originally criticized by artists and intellectuals exemplifies 19th-century engineering. exhibition for 1889 World's Fair originally controversial |
| gptkbp:historical_tours |
available
offered to visitors |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Eiffel Tower
|
| gptkbp:image_processing |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Yes
Gustave Eiffel's engineering principles Gustave Eiffel's earlier works |
| gptkbp:international_recognition |
yes
|
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:attraction
gptkb:historical_monuments gptkb:tourist_attraction gptkb:national_flag gptkb:tourist_destination gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:cultural_heritage_site gptkb:cultural_phenomenon gptkb:historical_site gptkb:historical_landmark gptkb:cultural_landmark symbol of engineering engineering achievement symbol of love world heritage site symbol of Paris symbol of innovation cultural experience symbol of France engineering marvel iconic structure icon of modern architecture venue for events site for photography tourist hotspot architectural feat popular photo spot venue for exhibitions symbol of romance famous landmark site for celebrations global icon icon of Paris site for fireworks displays icon of love famous structure site for proposals iron lattice tower Parisian icon world-famous landmark Parisian landmark engineering icon must-see site in Paris tourist attraction in Europe popular site for proposals |
| gptkbp:is_a_foundation_for |
concrete
|
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
gptkb:France
romance |
| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
elevators
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:literature
|
| gptkbp:is_criticized_for |
artists and intellectuals
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| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
gptkb:1889_Exposition_Universelle
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| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:stamps
numerous films |
| gptkbp:is_illuminated |
at night
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| gptkbp:is_located_near |
gptkb:Seine_River
gptkb:Champ_de_Mars |
| gptkbp:is_maintained_by |
gptkb:Société_d'_Exploitation_de_la_Tour_Eiffel
|
| gptkbp:is_monitored_by |
gptkb:Yes
CCTV installed used for surveillance purposes monitored for security used for radio transmission CCTV cameras installed monitored for security purposes |
| gptkbp:is_one_of |
the most recognizable structures in the world
the most photographed monuments |
| gptkbp:is_one_of_the_tallest_structures_in |
gptkb:Paris
|
| gptkbp:is_painted |
every seven years
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Champ_de_Mars
Paris skyline Paris culture |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
|
| gptkbp:is_surrounded_by |
gptkb:Jardins_du_Trocadéro
gptkb:gardens |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
gptkb:broadcasting
events light shows |
| gptkbp:is_visible_from |
visible from many parts of Paris
many parts of Paris many locations in Paris |
| gptkbp:is_visited_by |
gptkb:celebrities
over 7 million people per year |
| gptkbp:landmark |
gptkb:Paris
symbol of France |
| gptkbp:length |
gptkb:none
No no not applicable not present no cable car access used for elevators over 1,000 meters of cables |
| gptkbp:lighting |
gptkb:Pierre_Bideau
Illuminated at night illuminated at night varies for events special occasions like holidays special events lighting designed by Pierre Bideau by Pierre Bideau 20,000 light bulbs |
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Paris
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Paris
|
| gptkbp:made_of |
gptkb:Iron_Age
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| gptkbp:maintenance |
ongoing
Regular inspections regular inspections regular maintenance required regular inspections required €1 million annually ongoing maintenance required Every 7 years approximately €7 million annually High annual costs |
| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:Iron_Age
Wrought iron wrought iron |
| gptkbp:nearby_attractions |
gptkb:Trocadéro_Gardens
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:La_Tour_Eiffel
gptkb:La_Dame_de_Fer |
| gptkbp:nightly_light_show |
special light shows on certain occasions
|
| gptkbp:notable_artists |
gptkb:Yes
frequently photographed landmark iconic images taken by tourists |
| gptkbp:notable_visitor |
frequent
many celebrities many world leaders Many world leaders frequent by famous personalities many celebrities have visited |
| gptkbp:number_of_movements |
1,665
|
| gptkbp:open_to_public |
gptkb:true
yes |
| gptkbp:opened |
gptkb:1889_Exposition_Universelle
May 6, 1889 March 31, 1889 |
| gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
attended by dignitaries
May 6, 1889 in 1889 March 31, 1889 |
| gptkbp:opening_hours |
varies by season
9 AM to midnight 9:30 AM to 11:45 PM |
| gptkbp:original_purpose |
gptkb:exhibition
gptkb:Exposition_Universelle temporary exhibit demonstrate iron as a building material exhibition entrance |
| gptkbp:parks |
gptkb:Champ_de_Mars
|
| gptkbp:photography |
popular
popular photography spot popular subject for photographers popular photography location popular subject popular subject for photos |
| gptkbp:public_art |
often used for light shows
|
| gptkbp:public_reaction |
gptkb:Mixed
mixed reactions mixed opinions mixed reactions at first |
| gptkbp:rank |
tallest structure in the world (1889-1930)
|
| gptkbp:renamed |
No
no official renaming since opening |
| gptkbp:renovated |
gptkb:1986
gptkb:multiple_times |
| gptkbp:renovation |
gptkb:1985
gptkb:1986 multiple renovations since opening multiple over the years ongoing improvements for accessibility. |
| gptkbp:reprints |
gptkb:Yes
various locations found worldwide many worldwide many around the world many replicas exist worldwide Many around the world |
| gptkbp:restaurant |
gptkb:Le_58_Tour_Eiffel
many nearby |
| gptkbp:safety_features |
fireworks safety measures
lightning rods installed |
| gptkbp:safety_measures |
fireworks safety protocols
strict adherence fire safety protocols in place |
| gptkbp:security |
high security
high security presence security checks at entrance has security measures enhanced security post-9/11 enhanced security for visitors |
| gptkbp:social_media_presence |
popular on Instagram
popular on platforms |
| gptkbp:sound |
available for visitors
|
| gptkbp:staircase |
yes
|
| gptkbp:start_date |
gptkb:Gustave_Eiffel
March 31, 1889 |
| gptkbp:structure |
Initially considered
originally intended as temporary |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:Gothic_Revival
gptkb:Beaux-Arts Iron lattice wrought iron lattice Gustave Eiffel's engineering |
| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:Trocadéro_Gardens
popular for picnics. popular tourist area |
| gptkbp:surveillance_cameras |
installed for safety
|
| gptkbp:sustainability_efforts |
energy-efficient lighting
|
| gptkbp:symbol_of_innovation |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
love and romance
romance and love |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:Romance
gptkb:France French ingenuity French art and engineering |
| gptkbp:ticket_price |
varies by season
varies by age and time varies by age and access level |
| gptkbp:tour |
available for schools
guided tours available varies by visitor |
| gptkbp:tourist_attraction |
gptkb:Yes
yes one of the most visited in the world one of the most visited monuments one of the most visited monuments in the world |
| gptkbp:tourist_attraction_rank |
most visited paid monument
|
| gptkbp:tvshow |
gptkb:Seine_River
|
| gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site |
gptkb:UNESCO
gptkb:Yes yes |
| gptkbp:used_for |
Television broadcasting
|
| gptkbp:viewing_platform |
gptkb:Yes
yes offers panoramic views offers panoramic views of Paris |
| gptkbp:viewpoint |
Paris skyline
panoramic view of Paris view of the Seine River from Trocadéro Gardens |
| gptkbp:vision |
spectacular
illuminated with golden lights offers stunning night views of Paris |
| gptkbp:visitors |
panoramic views
panoramic views of Paris offers guided tours audio guides available 7 million annually offers unique viewing experience 7 million per year elevator rides elevator ride to the top elevator rides to the top Elevator rides to the top |
| gptkbp:visitors_per_year |
7 million
|
| gptkbp:was_controversial_during_construction |
gptkb:true
|
| gptkbp:water_resistance |
designed to withstand high winds
designed to withstand strong winds |
| gptkbp:wedding_proposals |
gptkb:common
popular location for proposals |
| gptkbp:weight |
10,000 tons
|
| gptkbp:world's_tallest_structure |
until 1930
|
| gptkbp:world's_tallest_structure_until |
gptkb:1930
|
| gptkbp:worlds_tallest_structure |
until 1930
|
| gptkbp:year |
1889
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Roman_Republic
gptkb:Europe gptkb:France gptkb:Metroplex |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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