Most people don't realize the citizens of Paris HATED the Eifel tower when proposed and built. They thought it ugly and crude. Now, it is a great source of pride and considered one of the world's great sights. I have been to Paris some 30-40 times and am always touched by the sight of it, especially at night. It is iconic (a much overused and misunderstood word) and is the most identified landmark of Paris and France, which has MANY iconic structures. The fact that many think this derrick might be ugly is not surprising. But IF it come to pass and is executed correctly .... WOW.