The catacombs of Paris attract a large number of visitors each year. This macabre attraction lies beneath the streets of Paris and offers a rich history of the city. WhyGo Paris states that in the 18th century, as Paris' population expanded, the city ran into the dilemma of where to bury their dead. With above-ground cemeteries filling quickly, the decision was made to move the cemeteries out of Parisian city limits. The catacombs were created as a place to store the bones of the dead. The bodies of between 6 and 7 million Parisians are arranged in displays within these tunnels and crypts.
Paris Catacombs
1 Avenue du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy
Place Denfert Rochereau
75014 Paris
Paris' water and waste management system lies deep under the city. The sewers are the focus of a museum showcasing the history and development of the sewer system for visitors. In addition to walking the sewer canals, the museum features different means of sewage management from the city's early history. The facility also exhibits proposed future sewage management techniques.
Musee des Egouts de Paris
Face au 93 quai d'Orsay
75007 Paris
011-33-47-05-10-29
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame brings many tourists to Paris, and one lesser-known attraction that is part of the church is the Notre-Dame archaeological crypt. The crypt is located beneath the cathedral. Its purpose was to protect old ruins found during excavations in 1965, according to the Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris. To reach the crypt, visitors descend a set of staircases near the police headquarters. Once below ground, tourists are presented with numerous artifacts dating from ancient times to more recent years.
Notre-Dame Archaeological Crypt
1 Place du Parvis Notre-Dame
75004 Paris
011-33-1-55-42-50-10
