Paris is nominating its iconic zinc roofs for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status, highlighting their historical and aesthetic value

Zinc roofers have been a significant part of Paris’s skyline for nearly two centuries, contributing to the city’s distinctive grey appearance.
Paris features approximately 128,000 roofs, with 21.4 million square metres covered in traditional zinc.
Zinc roofs are known for their durability and distinctive appearance, contributing to the city’s unique character.

Source The Hindu, Art and culture