Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Built for the 1889 World’s Fair, the Eiffel Tower was once called an eyesore—but it soon became the symbol of Paris. Designed by Gustave Eiffel, this iron giant broke engineering records and stunned the world. In this episode, learn how the tower was built, the challenges it faced, and how it became a global icon of art, design, and innovation.

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