Ossuary Mines of Paris
bones former cimetière de la madeleine
during 18th century, growing population of paris resulted in filling of existing cemeteries, causing public health concerns. towards end of 18th century, decided create 3 new large cemeteries , relocate existing cemeteries within city limits. human remains progressively moved renovated section of abandoned mines become full-fledged ossuary. entrance located on present day place denfert-rochereau.
the ossuary became tourist attraction on small scale 19th century, , has been open public on regular basis 1867. although officially named ossuaire municipal, known popularly catacombs . though entire subterranean network of paris mines not burial place such, term catacombs of paris used commonly refer whole.
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