Eiffel Tower: A Hidden Perspective from the Railway Tracks

Sometimes the most remarkable view of a world-famous landmark isn’t found in the tourist hotspots — but in the quiet, forgotten corners of the city.
This shot of the Eiffel Tower, taken from the railway tracks on a misty evening, captures Paris from a completely different angle.
No crowds, no filters — just architecture, atmosphere, and a moment frozen in time.

More unique perspectives from my travels coming soon.

Paris has a special way of blending history with modern life. Even in a simple frame like this — metal tracks, a quiet street, and the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower — the city feels alive. It reminds me that architecture isn’t only about the buildings themselves, but also the spaces around them, the atmosphere, and the moments we capture when nobody else is watching.

The Eiffel Tower is photographed millions of times every year, yet this viewpoint feels almost forgotten. Standing there, it was silent — no tourists, no rush — just the city breathing in the background. I think that’s what makes places like Paris so unique: every corner can become a story, every angle can reveal something new.

The Eiffel Tower itself was designed by the French engineer Gustave Eiffel and his team. Maurice Koechlin and Émile Nouguier were the main structural engineers behind the project, while architect Stephen Sauvestre refined the final aesthetic design. Originally built for the 1889 World’s Fair and meant to stand for only 20 years, it has become one of the most recognisable engineering achievements in the world. Its iron lattice structure, symmetry, and bold silhouette still feel modern — even when compared to today’s skyscrapers.

I’ll be sharing more of these unexpected architectural perspectives from my travels — from iconic landmarks to small streets that tell their own stories. Sometimes the most memorable images come from the places that weren’t planned at all.