Tedday2223
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The Eiffel Tower was originally intended for Barcelona, but leaders of the Spanish city thought the structure was too ugly to keep. While no official documentation exists surrounding the decision, rumor has it that Gustave Eiffel, owner of the company that constructed the landmark, had to re-pitch the plan after Catalan officials called things off. Unfortunately for Spain, this may have proved an overwhelmingly costly decision in the long run. The Eiffel Tower remains one of the most popular monuments in the world, attracting over seven million visitors each year. 
