PARIS (France): Eiffel tower & Champs de Mars.
The most famous monument in the world (324 metres, 10,100 tonnes) the Eiffel Tower, situated in the 7th, was built by Gustave Eiffel for the International Exhibition of Paris of 1889, commemorating the centenary of the French Revolution. The rectangular design of the Champ-de-Mars, which lies at the foot of the tower, recalls its initial purpose: a training ground for the military manoeuvres of the Ecole Militaire (Military School). Opened in 1780, it became an important place for national events: fête de la fédération in 1790, the awarding of decorations by Napoleon I in 1804, then the setting for many world fairs. Lakes, ornamental ponds, winding walks and grottoes adorn the Champ-de-Mars.
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