Parisians Make Historic Plunge as Seine River Opens for Public Swimming
Parisians Make Historic Plunge as Seine River Opens for Public Swimming For the first time in over a century, the iconic River Seine has officially opened its banks for public swimming, marking a monumental achievement after a €1.4 billion ($1.5 billion) cleanup project. This historic moment allows Parisians and tourists alike to take a refreshing dip in the once-polluted waterway, which was notably deemed suitable for Olympic competitions last year. Three new designated swimming sites, strategically located near landmarks like…