Eiffel Tower, Statue of Liberty and Christ the Redeemer fitted with lightning rods

Several of the world’s most iconic monuments are equipped with lightning‑protection systems. The Eiffel Tower in France, the Statue of Liberty in the United States, Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer and New York’s Empire State Building all have built‑in lightning rods that channel electrical discharges safely to the ground. These devices intercept strikes and prevent structural damage or fire, helping to preserve the monuments and protect the millions of visitors they receive each year.

The integration of such engineering solutions demonstrates how modern technology can be discreetly incorporated into historic structures to safeguard cultural heritage against natural hazards.