In 2007, Erika Eiffel—a former U.S. Air Force member and world-class archer—made headlines when she held a symbolic wedding ceremony to marry the Eiffel Tower. Deeply connected to the iconic Parisian structure, she even changed her surname to “Eiffel” to reflect the emotional bond she feels. Erika identifies as an objectophile, someone who experiences romantic or emotional attraction to inanimate objects—a phenomenon that, while rare, is genuine for those who experience it. Though her marriage isn’t legally recognized, it sparked global curiosity and debate about the boundaries of love, the nature of human connection, and how personal identity can be shaped by nontraditional relationships. Her story remains one of the most fascinating and unconventional tales of devotion in modern times.
Bolivia’s San Pedro Prison runs without guards inside—prisoners govern, work, and live with their families.
