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The catacombs was created in 1856

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Are there Catacombs under Paris?

== == Yes, there are extensive catacombs under the streets of Paris. It is estimated that over 6 million inhabitants of the city are interred within the miles of passages and rooms.


Is there graffiti from the French Revolution in the catacombs of Paris?

Yes, there is graffiti from the French Revolution in the catacombs of Paris. These inscriptions, created by revolutionaries and visitors during that period, often convey political messages or personal sentiments. The catacombs, which hold the remains of millions, served as a canvas for those seeking to express their thoughts during a tumultuous time in French history. Some of this graffiti has been preserved and can still be seen today.


How long did it take to build the catacombs of Paris?

The Paris catacombs began as Roman quarry tunnels around 60 BCE. Around 1785, the government began converting 350 of these underground quarries into mass graves, because of desperate overcrowding in the medieval cemeteries in the centre of Paris.


Where was Robespierre's funeral?

He had no funeral. He was buried in a common grave and his remains are now probably in the Paris catacombs.


Do they still bury people in the catacombs today?

No, people are no longer buried in the catacombs today. The catacombs, particularly those in Paris, were primarily used for burials in the late 18th and early 19th centuries as a solution to overcrowded cemeteries. Currently, the catacombs serve as a historical site and tourist attraction, showcasing the remains of those interred there, but modern burials occur in designated cemeteries.