Oldest covered food market in Paris destroyed in fire
Authorities launched an inquiry after the blaze destroyed the centuries-old food market, leaving about 20 traders and shopkeepers facing disruption.
- A fire destroyed the French capital's oldest covered food market, The Marche Couvert des Enfants Rouges, overnight from Sunday to Monday, with authorities confirming the blaze in Paris has been contained.
- Located in the Marais district, the historic site has existed since 1615 and draws its name from the red outfits worn by orphans at a nearby hospital until 1772.
- Lieutenant Colonel Pierre de Bouvier reported the market's metal structure 'partially collapsed' inside, telling reporters on site that 'Nothing remains of the covered market.'
- Ariel Weil, mayor of the central Paris district, said the fire was under control, stating 'The worst has been avoided' and 'No neighbouring buildings have been affected.'
- Food & Wine ranked the venue fifth worldwide for street food this year, placing it among dining spots in London, Bangkok, Lyon, and Mexico City.
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Food & Wine magazine ranked it this year in fifth place worldwide in street food, behind other gastronomic sites in London, Bangkok, the French city of Lyon and Mexico City.
‘Violent’ fire destroys Enfants Rouges food market in Paris, officials say
LONDON - A "violent" fire ripped through the Enfants Rouges market in Paris early on Monday, engulfing the 17th-century building and destroying it, officials said. The market of the Red Children in the city's 3rd arrondissement was the oldest covered food market in the city. [...]
A major fire destroyed the covered Red Children's market, the oldest in Paris and became a popular gourmet hall for tourists.
نُشر هذا المقال أولاً عبر Cedarnews.net. لمتابعة المزيد من الأخبار والتقارير الحصرية، زورونا على موقعنا. The oldest indoor market in Paris, the Marché des Enfants-Rouges, burned down completely on the night from Sunday to Monday. The facility was built in 1615. تم نشر هذا الخبر عبر موقع Cedarnews الإخباري. للاطلاع على مزيد من الأخبار العاجلة والتقارير الحصرية، زوروا موقعنا الرسمي.
What Caused the Enfants Rouges Market Fire in Paris? Officials Launch Inquiry After Historic Hall Burns
A major fire destroyed Paris's historic Marché des Enfants Rouges, prompting an inquiry into its cause while traders face disruption and officials consider temporary premises
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