A closer look at “Ancient Wall Unearthed in Paris May Solve Mystery of City's Origins”, exactly as the source publishes it. Archaeologists in Paris have discovered a roughly 20-meter (66-foot) wall from the Gallo-Roman period beneath a hospital on the Île de la Cité, near Notre Dame Cathedral. The find, hailed as a "major breakthrough," could confirm the location of the city's original settlement. The wall dates back to the 1st century AD and may have protected the ancient city of Lutetia, the predecessor of modern Paris. For years, historians debated whether the settlement was on the island or on the Left Bank.
This discovery provides concrete evidence supporting the island theory. The excavation, conducted this summer, also uncovered artifacts such as pottery and coins. The French culture ministry announced the find on Wednesday, highlighting its importance for understanding Paris's early history. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.