Olympic Rings Adorn Eiffel Tower as Paris Prepares for 2024 Games
The iconic monument now features a recycled steel display marking 50 days until the Summer Olympics.
- The rings, each 9 meters in diameter, are made from recycled French steel.
- Installed on the south side of the Eiffel Tower, the display overlooks the Seine River.
- Beach volleyball matches will be held at the foot of the tower during the Games.
- The Olympic and Paralympic medals incorporate pieces of the Eiffel Tower.
- The rings will be illuminated nightly with 100,000 LED bulbs through the Paralympics.