World's Faire - Christy Torres

1889 Paris, France

I went to the World's Faire. It was an amazing experience. This faire in particular was special because it’s celebrating the hundredth anniversary. Some big deal monarchies had come as well for the sake of the beautiful Eiffel Tower, which apparently holds the rightful title of being the tallest building in the world. Being a born French citizen, I’m not too familiar with the monarchy way of ruling. Our time has become more liberal, we don’t quite put so much worth into one person. It’s weird how these high political figures admire this building. But I have to give them credit for the fact the tower is so intricately constructed, and only built with three hundred workers. I heard someone had died during the two years of building the tower.

Strolling through the faire I already noticed the advancements roaming around in the free flowing creative atmosphere. Walking along, I saw a someone bidding the newly made motorcycle, which was invented by the amazing Sylvester Howard Roper. The contraption looked amazing! Apparently it runs on coal. Of course the more hyped up about bidding was towards the car. Only last year in 1888 that it was validated as the most modern automobile with it’s Benz Patent Motorwagen.

I also stumbled upon some beautiful works of art. Although seeming like a pretty pointless thing with all these other amazing inventions taking place, it’s highly looked up to because of its internationally philosophical ways of inspiring. In a way it ties perfectly with industrialization, giving a more secular, enlightened escence. I saw tables with glass art and walls with hung up Japanese-styled tapestries. If you think about it, the all so mighty Eiffel Tower is based of architecture. You could say that the center of attention is one big piece of art.

The highlight of my day at the Faire was enjoying some quirky, delicious carnival-like foods. I ate a hotdog  and a ton of deserts! There were so many types of desserts but I ended up eating some ice cream, and a candy apple. Can’t wait to go back to try some new foods.