Ancient Walls of Lutecia Discovered in Central Paris

French Ministry of Culture announced the discovery of a 20-meter stone and wood wall on Île de la Cité in central Paris that may be part of the fortifications of ancient Lutecia, a Gallic settlement inhabited by the Parisii tribe before the Roman conquest. Archaeological experts are examining the structure to determine its historical significance and connection to the city's earliest known defensive systems. This finding provides valuable insight into the origins of Paris and the daily life of the Gallic peoples who first settled the region. The discovery contributes to our understanding of pre-Roman European civilizations and urban development.
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