Recent claims circulating on social media have caused a stir among netizens, suggesting that the Eiffel Tower, an iconic tourist spot in Paris, will be demolished in 2026. Posts widely being circulated on the social media platform 'X', claim that the demolition will supposedly take place due to structural wear and tear, high maintenance costs, and complaints from the public.

But the truth is, the claims are entirely baseless! There's no truth to any of these.

What sparked the rumour?

The rumour can be traced back to a satirical article published on September 18, 2025, by Tapioca Times. The website, known for parody content, included fake quotes from a made-up "spokesman", who said, "We’ve had a good run, it’s been popular for a long time, but nobody goes there anymore, so we’re shutting

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