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Musée des Catacombes

The Musée des Catacombes, located in Paris, is a museum that explores the city's underground ossuaries and the historic Catacombs beneath the streets. It provides insight into the history of Paris's underground burial practices, showcasing artifacts, skeletal remains, and exhibits about the construction and purpose of these tunnels. The museum offers visitors an educational experience about the city's medieval past, urban development, and the reasons behind creating such subterranean cemeteries. It serves as both a historical site and a museum, highlighting the unique architectural and cultural aspects of Paris's underground heritage.