The Eiffel Tower's Stark Reminder of France's Uneven Progress The Eiffel Tower's closure on Monday was an unexpected sight for tourists, who had flocked to the iconic landmark.
The reason behind this unusual closure wasn't technical issues or summer crowds, but rather a labor dispute sparked by a disturbing incident that has raised questions about France's commitment to equality and inclusivity.
A visiting group of over 100 men from the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) spiritual movement had requested a special visit, with one condition: limiting interactions with women.