Strike Closes Eiffel Tower in Blow to Tourists Ahead of Paris Olympics

A sign accouncing the closing of the Eiffel Tower due to a strike is seen in front of the 19th century landmark in Paris, France, Feb. 19, 2024.

The Eiffel Tower, one of the most visited tourist sites in the world, closed on Monday as staff went on strike in protest against the way the Paris monument is managed financially, disappointing the crowds below.