Tour Eiffel, a photo from Ile-de-France, North

Photographer's Note

It was almost torn down in 1909, but was saved because of its antenna - used for telegraphy at that time. Beginning in 1910 it became part of the International Time Service. French radio (since 1918), and French television (since 1957) have also made use of its stature.

During its lifetime, the Eiffel Tower has also witnessed a few strange scenes, including being scaled by a mountaineer in 1954, and parachuted off of in 1984 by two Englishmen. In 1923 a journalist rode a bicycle down from the first level. Some accounts say he rode down the stairs, other accounts suggest the exterior of one of the tower's four legs which slope outward.

However, if its birth was difficult, it is now completely accepted and must be listed as one of the symbols of Paris itself.

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Gessle (70) 2008-11-20 4:49

Hej!
The most incredible view on the Eiffel Tower!
Beautiful colours, fantastic POV.
I like it very much!
Anna

skerdreux (3184) 2008-11-20 5:07

An amazing picture with a wonderfull point of view.
TFS
have a nice day
Sylvain

serp2000 (47063) 2008-11-20 5:23

Hello, Assi,
Nice shot! Very interesting sky colour, beatiful POV, fine sharpness!
Serghei

coco (30439) 2008-11-20 5:29

Hi Assi.

What wonderful view of this famous tower. Really you have done an original and beautiful work.

Regards.

aadilj (18102) 2008-11-20 5:30

Hi assi, this is a lovely composition with such a superb perspective and lovely hues. I love the way you have composed this image

grantlp (2113) 2008-11-20 5:33

Hello Assi,
This is such a different image reflecting the Eiffel tower which has been photographed so many times, from so many angles, that it is very difficult to capture something unique. You've done exactly that....the composition of the dominating statue and the partial view of the tower has worked extremely well. It's dramatic, arty and very effective. Very well done.
Cheers Grant

pisces (782) 2008-11-20 5:45

Hi Assi!

What a beautiful and unusual capture of this great monument!
Stunning colours and love the POV with the statue in the foreground!
TSF,
Maria

kud0s (0) 2008-11-20 5:49

Hi Assi
I'm really impressed with this composition. The Eiffel Tower is the subject although it seems not to be the subject in this photo. The flash was used nicely to illuminate the statue while the details and shades in the sky were not lost.
Thanks for posting.
Rgds
Seb

TGULUMSER (13252) 2008-11-20 6:34

Hello Assi,
An interesting POV from this classical tower and the colors are gorgeous,
Best regards,
Tulay

totoamoto (1107) 2008-11-20 7:07

SAlut Assi..

Le sujet.. classique.. La prise de vue.. Originale, de plus avec ce ciel.. c'est terrible

Cyril

avene (12675) 2008-11-20 8:36

hello Assi,
I like a lot your creative approach to this much-photographed landmark, the dramatic sky works very well to emphasise what you write in your note about the difficulties of the Tower. smart composition, placing the statue in the foreground and facing the tower creates an interesting interaction. excellent photo, I like it a lot.

regards,
Kristine

Felip (3907) 2008-11-20 9:38

Hi Assi,
A quite unusual shot of the iron lady. The POV here is very original, and even the most important, it is not seen. A really good job. TFS
Regards

Felip