Who designed the Eiffel Tower?

The Eiffel Tower in Paris was designed by Gustave Eiffel, the famous French engineer and designer. He started building this humongous tower in 1889. It is located on the banks of the river Siene, in the Champ . de Mars. At 324 meters, it's the tallest structure in Europe. It is considered the most famous landmark in France and receives 5.5 million visitors every year.