Carrières des Capucins
Carrières des Capucins, Historical quarry in Paris
The Carrières des Capucins is an extensive underground quarry located beneath parts of the 5th and 13th arrondissements of Paris.
These quarries were created in the Roman period and extensively mined for building materials over centuries.
The site exemplifies Parisian stone mining techniques and has been featured in various cultural works.
Designated as a historic monument in 1983, the Carrières des Capucins is recognized for its significant contribution to the history of Paris.
Encompassing both the left bank's Latin Quarter and the residential 13th arrondissement, these quarries possess a mysterious charm appealing to historians and tourists alike.
Location: 5th arrondissement of Paris
Location: 13th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1983
Official opening: 1983
Website: seadacc.com
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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