Gustave Eiffel
From bridges to towers: a visionary
Eiffel began his career building remarkable bridges such as the Garabit viaduct. But it was at the Paris World Fair that he became a legend, designing the Eiffel Tower. Initially criticized for its aesthetics, it went on to become one of France’s most emblematic symbols.
Gustave Eiffel
A scientific and technical contribution
Beyond architecture, Gustave Eiffel left his mark on history through his scientific advances. He used the Eiffel Tower as a giant laboratory for meteorological, radio and aerodynamic experiments, pushing back the limits of his time.
A timeless heritage
In addition to the Eiffel Tower, his major works include monumental railway stations, the framework of the Statue of Liberty and innovative bridges. Its technical innovations, combining lightness and robustness, have influenced generations of engineers and continue to be studied in engineering schools.
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