The head of Paris's Louvre museum said the historical building is under "physical strain" due to its popularity and is also suffering from leaks and temperature variations that could damage

Priceless artworks are at risk from water leaks at Paris' Louvre, according to a leaked memo to France's culture minister. Louvre director Laurence des Cars wrote to Rachida Dati earlier this month, complaining about the "proliferation of damage in museum spaces,

The Paris landmark that houses masterpieces like the Mona Lisa is struggling with leaks, ageing buildings and overcrowded spaces The Louvre, the world's most-visited museum and home to Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa",