In Paris, A 200-Year-Old Canal Was Drained, And The Public Was Ecstatic

Published on 04/19/2021
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People Threw Garbage Into The Water

Several commonplace items made their way into the water’s depths. There were bicycles, among other things. They were later identified as being part of the Vélib car-sharing system in the city. The program added approximately 14,500 bicycles to the city’s streets in 2007. Regrettably, they found themselves in unusual situations.

People Threw Garbage Into The Water

People Threw Garbage Into The Water

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The Most Bizarre Findings

As the drainage process progressed, more items emerged. There were mopeds, bicycles, and wheelie bins at the canal’s bottom! There was also a toilet down there. It was critical to its recovery because it had undoubtedly contributed to the canal’s murkiness. It was thought to be amusing to have it there. This was not the only unexpected discovery down there. Larger objects were also discovered at the bottom.

The Most Bizarre Findings

The Most Bizarre Findings

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