Eiffel Tower closed in row over women removed for Hindu group

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: France

Society & Lifestyle

Eiffel Tower closed in row over women removed for Hindu group

The Eiffel Tower was closed on Monday after staff went on strike, claiming women were asked to step out of sight during a visit by a Hindu group. Around 100 people from the BAPS Hindu movement were part of the delegation as France inaugurated its first major Hindu temple.

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