Paris Catacombs

The Paris Catacombs are an extensive underground tunnel system beneath Paris, originally limestone quarries that supplied building materials. In the late 18th century, the remains of millions of Parisians displaced from overcrowded cemeteries were transferred here to address health concerns and space issues. The ossuaries, artfully arranged with bones and skulls, form a macabre yet historically significant labyrinth. Today, they serve as a burial site and tourist attraction, offering a unique glimpse into Paris’s history, architecture, and topographical development beneath the city.