Drunken Outsiders

95. The Catacombs of Paris


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This week the guys talk about the Catacombs of Paris which were created in the late 18th century when the city faced major public health concerns due to overcrowded cemeteries, leading authorities to transfer remains to underground quarries. Over time, the site became a historical and cultural landmark, officially opening to the public in 1809 and now holding the remains of over six million people.

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Drunken OutsidersBy Devon Stamp