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1st mind-blowing Eiffel Tower fact
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Gustave Eiffel did not design the Eiffel Tower
himself
Two of his senior engineers, Maurice Koechlin and Emile Nouguier, drafted the first version in 1884. At first, Eiffel wasn’t impressed by their sketches—he thought they looked too plain. But once architect Stephen Sauvestre added the signature arches and glass pavilion, Eiffel got on board and began promoting the project under his name.
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2nd mind-blowing Eiffel Tower fact
Spain didn’t want it
Before Paris said yes, Barcelona said no. Eiffel initially proposed the tower to city officials in Barcelona, but the idea was rejected. Historical records suggest that it was turned down either due to budget concerns or a lack of interest in such a bold and unconventional design.
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