Eiffel Tower
Few landmarks reward thoughtful composition as much as this one, and the key is resisting the obvious straight-on shot from the Champ de Mars. That wide lawn to the south gives you classic symmetry with the tower centered between rows of trees, and it works well with a wide angle in the 16-24mm range. For something less seen, cross to the Trocadéro esplanade to the north for an elevated, head-on perspective framed by the plaza's curved wings, especially powerful at blue hour when the city glows. The tower's base offers dramatic upward abstracts with a wide or fisheye lens, and the Seine bridges nearby give you strong reflections. Golden hour light warms the iron lattice beautifully, but the real draw is after dark, when the structure sparkles for five minutes every hour. Arrive early to claim your spot on the Champ de Mars, as crowds build quickly on weekends. (Paris, Île-de-France, France)
