What’s Down There?
Over the course of its 200-year existence, the Canal Saint-Martin has undergone numerous changes. Every 10 to 15 years, Parisian authorities would attempt to empty and clean the canal, removing debris and sediment from its depths. However, these were not routine cleanings.
What’s Down There?
Many Were Curious
Paris, also known as the City of Light, held many secrets, and the murky waters of the Canal Saint-Martin concealed some of them. The potential discoveries lurking beneath the beloved canal’s surface captivated the interest of Parisians, leading many to observe the draining operations with great curiosity.
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Many Were Curious
