02:00The Eiffel Tower and other Paris monuments were lit up in pink on Monday to raise awareness for breast cancer.
Footage shows tourists gathering to take pictures of the iconic landmark, as well as the Luxor Obelisks, the National Assembly and Place Vendome, which were all illuminated to mark the launch of 'Pink October', a month-long fund-raising event organised by the Ruban Rose association.
The event runs from October 1 to November 7 and aims to support breast cancer research and those battling the condition. Authorities have opened several screening and awareness centres in the city, welcoming Parisians to learn more about the disease and get tested.
One in eight women are reportedly affected by breast cancer worldwide, but there is a 90 percent chance of being cured within five years if the disease is discovered early.
Pretty in pink! Eiffel Tower, iconic Paris landmarks lit up to raise breast cancer awareness
The Eiffel Tower and other Paris monuments were lit up in pink on Monday to raise awareness for breast cancer.
Footage shows tourists gathering to take pictures of the iconic landmark, as well as the Luxor Obelisks, the National Assembly and Place Vendome, which were all illuminated to mark the launch of 'Pink October', a month-long fund-raising event organised by the Ruban Rose association.
The event runs from October 1 to November 7 and aims to support breast cancer research and those battling the condition. Authorities have opened several screening and awareness centres in the city, welcoming Parisians to learn more about the disease and get tested.
One in eight women are reportedly affected by breast cancer worldwide, but there is a 90 percent chance of being cured within five years if the disease is discovered early.
The Eiffel Tower and other Paris monuments were lit up in pink on Monday to raise awareness for breast cancer.
Footage shows tourists gathering to take pictures of the iconic landmark, as well as the Luxor Obelisks, the National Assembly and Place Vendome, which were all illuminated to mark the launch of 'Pink October', a month-long fund-raising event organised by the Ruban Rose association.
The event runs from October 1 to November 7 and aims to support breast cancer research and those battling the condition. Authorities have opened several screening and awareness centres in the city, welcoming Parisians to learn more about the disease and get tested.
One in eight women are reportedly affected by breast cancer worldwide, but there is a 90 percent chance of being cured within five years if the disease is discovered early.