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Paris

Rich in history and culture, Paris is the capital of France and a popular tourist destination.

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How much steel was needed to build the Eiffel Tower?

7,000 tons of steel (it was 8,000 until it was renovated in the 90s) 18,038 individual pieces 2,500,000 rivets

Who gave the place de la Concorde to France?

"la place de la Concorde" is a big square built on the end of the Tuileries. Most of the land was unbuilt royal property. During the French revolution the statue of the king is torn down and the guillotine stands near the centre of the square. 1119 people are executed there out of the 2498 beheaded in Paris.

How far is France from Utah?

The flying distance from Paris, France to Salt Lake City, UT is approximately 5,081 miles and would take 10 hours and 33 minutes.

How does the Eiffel Tower represent Paris?

What does the Eiffel Tower Represents. The architect, designer, and engineer of the Eiffel Tower was the man for whom the structure is named, Gustave Eiffel (French, 1832-1923). This historic structure was the main attraction at the Exposition Universelle (World Fair) of 1889 that was hosted by and held in the city of Paris. This event also marked the celebration of the Centennial of the Revolution of 1789.

The structure was not designed, like a statue, to symbolize anything. But although the monument has no practical function and was simply constructed as an attraction for the Paris World's Fair, the structure has become synonymous with the ideals of ingenuity, progress, and beauty. The Eiffel Tower was constructed from wrought iron and reinforced truss work. The monument has become a long-standing example of the progress of 19th century engineering. Other architects and engineers responded to Eiffel's monument with comparable structures of their own. The Statue of Liberty and the Ferris Wheel represent prominent examples.

The world's tallest structure is the 828 m (2,717 ft) tall. The building gained the official title of "Tallest Building in the World" at its opening on 4 January 2010. It is taller than any other man-made structure ever built.

What is latitude for Paris France?

Latitude : 48º 51' 30" N

Longitude : 002º 17' 40" E

What is the general physical landscape of Paris?

In a word..beautifull! From all sorts of architectural iconic buildings and forms all through history..(and not just the iconic ones either, the 'normal' streets in some areas or quarters are very stylish and old) to beautifully designed parks and gardens, its reputation is deserved..one of the nicest cities in the world. The City is disected by the river Seine, and bouded on both sides (the city) by 2 huge areas of parkland, the bois du boulogne, and the bois du vincennes. Paris is primarily flat.

What city is Paris twinned with?

Whitwell in Rutland, East Midlands.

Why did Gustave Eiffel designed the Eiffel Tower?

Gustave Eiffel wasn't the original designer of the tower (the original design was from one of his employees). However he championed the tower, to be the beacon and the symbol of French building technology for the world's exhibition fair, held in Paris in 1889.

How many floors does the Eiffel Tower have?

Paris France's Eiffel tower is 1665 stairs from bottom to top. It reaches over 1,000 feet tall, the tallest structure in Paris. You can't actually take the stairs all the way to the top because of the dangerously high winds experienced up there, but you can take the first 300 stairs to the first level, then a 2nd set of 300 stairs to the lower observation level of the tower. At that point you can opt to take the elevator to the very top. So basically 600 walkable steps, but 1665 total, technically.

What will happen to the Eiffel tower today?

The Eiffel Tower is called so because it was named after one of the most influential people in its construction, Gustav Eiffel.

It was completed on March 31, 1889.

You can see about 37 miles around from the top of the Eiffel Tower.

It took about 2 years to build, from 1887 to 1889.

How much did cost to fly to Paris?

== == It depends on when you buy a ticket and from where you are traveling. If you watch for special promotions, it's possible to find roundtrip flights to Paris from New York for as low as $500. Last minute e-savers can be even lower.

What is Paris national animal?

Paris is a city, not a state. As a result, it does not have a state bird.

What are the parts of the palace of Versailles?

The Hall of Mirrors, the Chapel, Garden, and the King's room are the major features and rooms in the Palace of Versailles.

How much does Eiffel tower cost when you visit?

Admission fees for the Arc de Triomphe

Full fare (adult): 9 €

Group fare (20 adults and more): 7.5 €

Reduced fare (students from out the European Union): 6 €

Free entrance for:

- under 18 (family visit)

- under 26 (if citizens of the EU /or/ non-EU citizens having permanent residency in France)

- disabled person and an escort

- holder of a Paris Museum Pass.

For Americans, an € is worth 1.38 US$ today.

Updated Jan 2014 from the Arc de Triomphe website, in link below.

To whom Paris gave the sword of troy?

A guy named Aeneas who's family would start Rome

How many levels does rhe Eiffel Tower have for viewing?

There are three floors accessible by escalator or stairs. Having been there myself, I could only withstand the first two floors....

How many people visit the Palace of Versailles each year?

Each year, approximately three million people visit the Palace of Versailles. It was the royal residence of the French monarchs up until 1789. Its impressive gardens took about 40 years to complete.

What is Mont Saint Michel used for now?

The Mont Saint Michel is a village off the coast of Normandy. Some people live there including a religious community. The religious buildings (church, monastery) are still in use today but the mount is mainly a landmark and a touristic attraction; this is a great place to visit.

Is Paris and France a different country?

No, Paris is the capital of France. So Paris is a city in the country France.

How many steps from first to second floor in the Eiffel tower?

In the Eiffel tower there are 1665 steps from the ground level to the top of the tower.

Where is orly airport in relation to downtown Paris?

Yes, Orly is about 6 km from central Paris . Charle de Gaulle is about 20 km.