Metallic tower of Fourvière, Metallic tower in Lyon, France.
The Metallic tower of Fourvière is a steel framework tower which bears a striking resemblance to the Eiffel Tower.
Built between 1892 and 1894, it was used as an observation tower and a restaurant until 1953.
The tower is a symbol of the city of Lyon and offers panoramic views of the city.
Currently, the tower serves as a television transmission tower and is not accessible to the public.
Despite its resemblance to the Eiffel Tower, it's actually a few meters taller.
Location: 5th arrondissement of Lyon
Location: Lyon
Height: 85.9 m
Material: steel
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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