8 Modern Cities Built on Ancient Ruins

All around the world, there are cities with a fascinating history. Some civilizations built new cities on top of ancient ruins, while others developed close to famous historical sites.

The presence of ancient ruins in a city not only adds renown but also boosts the economy. Every year, a massive number of tourists travel around the world to see these breathtaking historical monuments with their own eyes. Cities such as Mexico, Paris, and Seoul refused to modernize so that the people visiting them could see the ancient heritage.

For unknown reasons, people like being a part of something bigger, and immersing oneself in ancient ruins provides an opportunity to get closer to our potential ancestors.

Here are eight modern cities built on ancient ruins!

1. Lima, Peru
The Incas were a South American civilization formed by the Quechua people around 1400 A.D. Unfortunately, over time, some Inca settlements were lost and forgotten. However, during excavations in the early 1950s, an adobe pyramid was discovered under the name Huaca Huallamarca. Scientific researchers claim that the ancient structure was used by the Incas and the people of Hallall more than 2000 years ago. That pyramid is one of the main tourist attractions in the San Isidro area.

2. Luxor, Egypt
Luxor is a modern city located on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt. Currently, its population is over 500,000 inhabitants. During the XVI-XI centuries B.C., this city was called Thebes and was considered one of the largest and wealthiest cities of that era. Large temples, royal tombs, and the Valley of the Kings are located around this area in Egypt.

3. Paris, France
Being the most romantic destination in the world, Paris also has quite a history. Many people have no idea that Paris was actually built on top of the remains of more than six million people. The catacombs of Paris are a series of underground ossuaries built around 1786. About 300,000 people annually visit the maze-like catacombs, and some don’t come back! Just kidding.