The Eiffel Tower reopened to visitors on Sunday after a six-day closure because of striking employees demanding better maintenance of the historic landmark, showing traces of rust, and salary hikes.

They regularly inspect the Eiffel Tower for corrosion, strip worn sections away, apply several coats of anti-rust primer, and cover the metallic tower in 60 tons of paint every seven years — all ...

PARIS — The Eiffel Tower reopened to visitors on Sunday after a six-day closure because of striking employees demanding better maintenance of the historic landmark, showing traces of rust ...