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The Catacombs of Paris: Unique Burial Site of Ancient France

The history behind the creation of one of the world’s most famous burial sites
Posted on May 8, 2014 by Zoë Byrne (Editor in Chief, SevenPonds)

Prior to a 1785 ban on future burials within the center of Paris, an abundance of church cemeteries existed throughout the city. A combination of greed and neglect in performing proper burials led to human remains being placed in church … Continue reading →

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