History of Toulouse
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Toulouse has undergone significant transformations over the centuries, which can be clearly traced through MirailDuring the Roman era, Tolosa was a compact city with a grid-like street layout, featuring central structures like the forum and baths, situated along the right bank of the Garonne.
In the Middle Ages, the city expanded beyond its original walls. New fortifications enclosed what is now Vieux-Toulouse, and landmarks like the Basilica of Saint-Sernin and the Pont Neuf highlighted its growing economic and religious importance.
The Industrial Revolution in the 19th century marked a turning point, as the city walls were removed to make way for railways, industrial zones along the Garonne, and new residential neighborhoods. By the 20th century, maps reveal the city's further expansion, particularly with planned districts like Le Mirail, developed in the 1960s on previously undeveloped land to accommodate a growing population.
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